TRAINING & WORKSHOPS
All workshops are open to undergraduate and graduate sorors , unless otherwise indicated .
WK01
Chapter Operations : The Heart of Perpetuity
This interactive workshop will provide sorors with the fundamentals of effectively operating a chapter . Further , the workshop content will increase your knowledge of best practices and tools that result in successful chapter operations . The International Standards Committee will assist you in understanding how to implement chapter and committee improvement processes by conducting efficient chapter and committee meetings , understanding officers ’ roles and responsibilities , improving your chapter ’ s knowledge , and creating an environment to ensure your chapter is “ Viewing Standards Through a Different Lens : SOARing to Operational Proficiency and Perpetuity .” Chapter basilei and chapter standards committee chairmen and members are encouraged to attend .
WK02
Evaluation Preparation : Ready , Set , SOAR !
This interactive workshop is designed to provide sorors with the knowledge of how to prepare for the 100 % sorority-wide in-person evaluation . The workshop content will increase your understanding of the required documents chapters should present for review during the evaluation . Additionally , sorors will learn the mechanics of the evaluation process . The goal of the International Standards Committee is to assist you in ensuring chapter records and files are maintained as outlined in sorority documents and as described within applicable sorority guidelines . Properly maintaining chapter records and documents is critical to ensuring your chapter is “ Viewing Standards Through a Different Lens : SOARing to Operational Proficiency and Perpetuity .” Chapter basilei and chapter standards committee chairmen and members are encouraged to attend .
WK03
SOARING to Greater Heights of Membership
Join your region ’ s representative to the International Membership Committee to learn about our 2022-2026 International Membership Strategy . Topics will include retention strategies for a post-COVID world , the Membership Experience and Reclamation . Membership chairmen are encouraged to attend .
WK04
Connecting the Dots : How to SOAR as an Advocate for Social Justice
This session will focus on the structure of the International Connection and Social Action Committee and its implementation of the Advocate for Social Justice Program Initiative . Further , the session will provide best practices and tips on how to become an effective advocate on behalf of the communities served by the sorority . Additionally , it also will include audience engagement to highlight best practices for advocating before elected officials . Chapter connection committee chairmen and members are encouraged to attend .
WK05
Kulture Shock : Reimagining “ One AKA ”
This workshop will focus on setting one international standard for undergraduate sorors of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority , Incorporated ® . We also will examine the paradigm shift of a post COVID college campus and our responsibilities as members of AKA in our campus community as we navigate this new normal . All undergraduate sorors are encouraged to attend .
WK06
Greek Shenanigans : The Risk Management Edition
This interactive workshop is designed to help sorors develop a Pearl Protection Plan ( PPP ) by learning to identify , evaluate , manage , and monitor risks associated with hazing and reputation . Sorors should come prepared to engage in a lively discussion about the impact of hazing , social media , and risky decision-making on our beloved organization , chapters , and individuals . All sorors are encouraged to attend .
WK07
Financial Operations : Making $ ense of the Financial Operations Guide
In this interactive workshop , participants will master best practices for effective chapter financial operations . Topics include roles and responsibilities of the chapter financial officers , chapter financial procedures , and best practices for budget development and review . Join us to learn the key questions you should ask as a chapter shareholder . Chapter basilei , anti-basilei , graduate advisors / council , pecunious grammatei , and tamiouchi are encouraged to attend .
WK08
How to SOAR : Planning and Executing High Impact Programs
Learn strategies and best practices for planning high-impact programs under the Soaring to Greater Heights Administration . Topics will include the three ( 3 ) key steps to create impact in your community , budgeting , funding strategies , and more . Chapter basilei , Anti-basilei , program committee chairman , graduate advisors / council are encouraged to attend .
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