Inclusion
Kappa Delta aims to maintain an inclusive, equitable and welcoming environment for all members. We encourage you to explore the following resources to enhance your learning journey and explore how you can be an ally, engage with and support people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and those that come from a different race or background.
Race
How to be supportive:
- opens in a new windowBeing Antiracist
- opens in a new windowAnti-racism resources to support Asian American, Pacific Islander community
Want to learn more:
- opens in a new windowHelp Your Kids Take Action Against Racism – Girl Scouts of America
- opens in a new windowResources on Racism for Parents, Children, Educators & Others – Prevent Child Abuse America
- opens in a new windowThe long history of racism against Asian Americans in the U.S.
- opens in a new windowHistorical Foundations of Race
- opens in a new windowShowing Up for Racial Justice
- opens in a new windowResources to Address and Challenge Antisemitism
- opens in a new windowRethinking Islamophobia
Ability
If you need assistance or support:
- opens in a new windowDisability Resources – State Services
- opens in a new windowDisability Resources – U.S. Department of Labor
How to be supportive:
- opens in a new windowTips on Interacting with People with Disabilitiesopens PDF file
- opens in a new windowUsing People-First Languageopens PDF file
- opens in a new windowDisability Etiquetteopens PDF file
Want to learn more:
- opens in a new windowTEDTalk – Our Fight for Disability Rights
- opens in a new windowAbleism: The Causes and Consequences of Disability Prejudice by Michelle R. Nario-Redmond
Gender and Sexual Expression
If you need assistance or support:
- opens in a new windowComing Out: Living Authentically as Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual+opens PDF file
- opens in a new windowComing Out: Living Authentically as Transgender or Non-Binaryopens PDF file
How to be supportive:
- opens in a new windowGuide to Being a Straight Allyopens PDF file
- opens in a new windowComing Out as a Supporteropens PDF file
- opens in a new windowPronoun Guide
Want to learn more:
- opens in a new window6 Everyday Ways to Bust Gender Stereotypes – Girl Scouts of America
- opens in a new windowPride – Documentary Series available on Hulu
- opens in a new windowLearn more about Self-Identifying Terminology
- opens in a new windowUnderstanding Gender Identities
- opens in a new windowBlack and LGBTQ: Approaching Intersectional Conversations
Social Justice
Kappa Delta hopes to guide members through conversations about inclusion, diversity, and equity. It’s important to both teach history and build upon the work of the countless people who contributed to social justice movements.
Educational Tools:
- opens in a new windowABC’s of Social Justice
- opens in a new windowRacial Equity Tools Glossary
- opens in a new window21-Day Racial Equity Habit Building Challenge©
- opens in a new windowImplicit Bias Test – Harvard
- opens in a new windowThe 10 R’s of Talking About Race: How to Have Meaningful Conversations
- opens in a new windowTen Lessons for Talking About Race, Racism, and Racial Justice
- Crucial Conversations
Want to learn more:
Read
- opens in a new window“So you Want to Talk about Race?” by Ijeoma Oluo
- opens in a new window“White Fragility” by Robin DiAngelo
- opens in a new window“How to be an Antiracist” by Ibram X. Kendi
Watch
- opens in a new window“13th” (Ava DuVernay) – Netflix
- opens in a new window1619 – The New York Times audio series hosted by Nikole Hannah-Jones
Listen
- opens in a new windowCode Switch – Fearless Conversations about Race – NPR Podcast
- opens in a new window“I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness” – Unlocking Us – Brene Brown with Austin Channing Brown
Mental Health
Kappa Delta is committed to supporting members struggling with mental health. Whether you’re going through struggles yourself or supporting a friend or loved one, these resources will help you navigate those tough times. You don’t have to go through this alone.
If you need assistance or support:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 988 / 1.800.273.8255 (TALK)
- Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor
- Reaching a Trevor Project Crisis Counselor
Want to learn more:
- How to Manage Activist Burnout
- Create a Plan to Take Care of Your Mental Health
- A Mental Health Crisis for Girls – Girl Scouts of America
- 22 Mindfulness Exercises
- 1-min Mindfulness
- Self-care and Mental Health – Active Minds
- I Want to Take Care of my Mental Health | The JED Foundation
Sexual Assault
According to RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network), an American is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds. Whether you have experienced a sexual assault yourself or want to know more about how to help your friend, family member or someone else, we have compiled this list of resources. Kappa Delta seeks to support and empower you to take your next steps.
If you need assistance or support:
- opens in a new windowThe National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1.800.799.7233 (SAFE)
- opens in a new windowNational Sexual Assault Hotline – 1.800.656.4673 (HOPE)
- opens in a new windowRAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
Want to learn more:
- opens in a new windowNational Sexual Violence Resource Center
- opens in a new windowLaws in Your State – RAINN
- opens in a new windowYour Role In Preventing Sexual Assault
- opens in a new windowHow to Support a Loved One – RAINN
Reproductive Health
Reproductive health is an important part of women’s lives. Know your options and your rights. Changes in laws and regulations could impact your healthcare plan, so take time to understand what these changes mean for you. Learn what your state laws are, your options and your local resources.
If you need assistance or support:
- opens in a new windowBirth Control Methods and Options
- opens in a new windowPregnancy Options – Option Line
- opens in a new windowPlanned Parenthood | Find a Health Center
Want to learn more:
- opens in a new windowPodcast: Special Edition: Supreme Court Strikes Down Roe v. Wade – A Conversation with Sharon McMahon
- opens in a new windowWhat are the Implications of the Overturning of Roe v. Wade for Racial Disparities?
- opens in a new windowAbortion Facts in the U.S.
- opens in a new windowState by State Guide to Abortion Restrictions
Civic Engagement
Kappa Delta’s seeks to inspire members to be active leaders, responsible citizens and engaged members of the community. That’s why it’s important to use your voice to vote in local, state and national elections and proposed legislation. Voting remains one of the most powerful tools to create change.
If you need assistance with voting:
- opens in a new windowRegister to Vote
- opens in a new windowVoter ID Requirements
- opens in a new windowPlan your Vote
- opens in a new windowFind out What’s on Your Ballot
- opens in a new windowFind Your Polling Place
- opens in a new windowVoting and Elections FAQ
Want to learn more or take further action:
- opens in a new windowContact Your Elected Officials
- opens in a new windowFind my state or local election office website
- opens in a new windowPrevent Child Abuse America 2022 Election Guideopens PDF file
- opens in a new windowThe Most Important Thing She Might Not Be Learning in School – Girl Scouts of America
- opens in a new windowHow to Vote with Kids – Girl Scouts of America
- opens in a new windowGovernment for Grownups
- opens in a new windowDetermine Your Political Typology
- opens in a new windowHow to Research Candidates and Issues