Think back to a moment when you felt at home in Kappa Delta. What made the difference and how can you help another sister feel that way? 

That’s the conversation we’ll explore with nationally acclaimed speaker and former Miss South Carolina Jada Samuel during Confident Conversations on Monday, Nov. 2, at 7 p.m. CT.

Join us virtually for practical tools to build confidence, navigate challenges and create a sisterhood where every member feels valued and connected. 

Register for Confident Conversations 

Often, belonging starts with something small. Someone saved you a seat at chapter, remembered to ask about your interview or introduced you at your first alumnae event.  

Those moments can make a lasting difference. Whether you’re a collegiate member, an alumna or a volunteer, here are a few ways to help someone feel, “There’s a place for you here.” 

Make the invitation personal 

An invitation in a group chat lets everyone know what’s happening. A personal message can help someone feel wanted there. 

Reach out to a sister you haven’t seen lately or someone still getting to know the group: “I’m going Thursday and would love for you to come with me. Want to meet beforehand?” 

That extra step makes walking into a room easier. She knows someone will be looking for her and that her presence matters. 

Notice who’s still finding her place 

The need for connection doesn’t end after Bid Day, initiation or a first alumnae chapter meeting. 

An older member may feel less connected after her closest friends graduate. A sister returning from a semester away may be finding her footing again. An alumna may be attending her first event in years. 

Look beyond the people you already know well. Introduce yourself, ask a question and help someone join the conversation. A warm welcome matters at every stage of membership. 

Follow up on the little things 

Remembering a detail tells someone you were listening. 

Ask how her exam went. Follow up about her new job. Send a message after she mentioned a difficult week. 

You don’t need the perfect words or a long conversation. “I remembered you had your interview today. How did it go?” can be enough to show someone that she matters beyond the time you spend together at chapter events. 

Make room for different ways to connect 

Some sisters feel comfortable in a big group. Others open up over coffee, during a philanthropy event or while walking to class. 

Offer different ways to spend time together. At an alumnae gathering, introduce a first-time attendee to someone with a shared interest. In a collegiate chapter, invite a sister to grab coffee or take a walk between classes. 

Pay attention to what helps someone participate, and give her room to be herself. 

Let connection go both ways 

Belonging also means knowing you have something to contribute. 

Ask a sister for her perspective. Invite her to share an idea or teach the group something she enjoys. When she offers a suggestion, listen and help her find a way to bring it to life. 

These moments show members that their experiences and interests have a place in the chapter. They also help us discover things about one another that might never surface in our usual conversations. 

Keep showing up 

A welcoming first interaction is a good start. Following through helps that connection grow. 

If you offer to meet someone before an event, be there. If she joins your group, include her in the next conversation, too. If you haven’t heard from her lately, check in without making her feel guilty for being away. 

Schedules and responsibilities change. A little consistency helps a sister know she’s still welcome, even when staying connected looks different. 

Start with one small action 

This week, think about one person you could help feel more connected. Send the invitation. Make the introduction. Ask the follow-up question. 

You may never know how much that moment means to her. But you can help create a KD experience where sisters feel noticed, valued and welcome—and encouraged to offer that same care to someone else. 

Keep the conversation going with Jada Samuel on Monday, Nov. 2, at 7 p.m. CT. Invite a sister and join us for Confident Conversations. 

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