If you were able to participate in the 2016 International Convention in Nashville earlier this month, then you know how inspiring, uplifting and exciting it was! Share your excitement with your chapter at the first meeting this fall. Report about the events of the week and share what you learned. Summarize the actions of the business meeting and share "snip-its" from the speakers and the many members who inspired us with their reflections on "85 Years & Beyond."
We hope to provide on-demand viewing of some sessions through the DKG Website, so keep your eye on www.dkg.org for details.
And, if you missed the fun in Nashville, begin planning now for Austin, Texas, in 2018. Until then, see you in Spearfish, Honolulu, Windsor, Myrtle Beach or Tallin next summer!
Showing posts with label international convention. Show all posts
Showing posts with label international convention. Show all posts
Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Friday, August 28, 2015
Moving Forward - Together!
If we are not moving forward on our journey in DKG, we will either stay where we are or go backward. So, perhaps the basic laws of motion will lead us all to agree that we want to move forward in our journey. The question, however, is how?
As a member of DKG, you have a voice - use it as effectively as possible. Talk to the leaders in your state organization about what you envision for the DKG of tomorrow. If you are an officer or chair in your state organization, bring those ideas to the international boards. The conversation has already begun, so take part - have a chapter discussion, participate in a poll, or Tweet about it!
Remember, however, your voice speaks loudest when you vote as a member at international conventions. At the 2016 International Convention in Nashville TN, your state organization president's votes on behalf of the members will elect the next International Administrative Board. Candidate nominations are due to the International Nominations Committee by October 15, 2015, and can be submitted by any member, even yourself! Recommend a member you feel is qualified to lead DKG forward. Inform your president how you would like her to vote when the slate is published.
And your most effective voice? The vote you cast when you attend convention in July where the International Standing Rules will be amended. Amendment proposals are due by October 1 and come from any committee, chapter, state organization or member - that's You! And then be present to vote again in 2018 (in Austin TX ) when the Constitution is amended.
Make your plans to be in Nashville and be heard!
As a member of DKG, you have a voice - use it as effectively as possible. Talk to the leaders in your state organization about what you envision for the DKG of tomorrow. If you are an officer or chair in your state organization, bring those ideas to the international boards. The conversation has already begun, so take part - have a chapter discussion, participate in a poll, or Tweet about it!
Remember, however, your voice speaks loudest when you vote as a member at international conventions. At the 2016 International Convention in Nashville TN, your state organization president's votes on behalf of the members will elect the next International Administrative Board. Candidate nominations are due to the International Nominations Committee by October 15, 2015, and can be submitted by any member, even yourself! Recommend a member you feel is qualified to lead DKG forward. Inform your president how you would like her to vote when the slate is published. And your most effective voice? The vote you cast when you attend convention in July where the International Standing Rules will be amended. Amendment proposals are due by October 1 and come from any committee, chapter, state organization or member - that's You! And then be present to vote again in 2018 (in Austin TX ) when the Constitution is amended.
Make your plans to be in Nashville and be heard!
Friday, August 8, 2014
Back in Austin
What a wonderful convention in Indianapolis! The 2014 International Convention was a wonderful time of genuine spiritual fellowship, Society business, professional development and personal growth. We shopped the marketplace, broke bread together, engaged in thought-provoking discussion, heard inspiring speakers, learned from members' expertise, and enjoyed a wonderful stay at the JW Marriot Hotel.
I hope you were there, but if you were not able to attend - keep an eye on the Society website. We hope to share the recording of the opening session which was live streamed during convention. I hope you can join us for a regional conference in 2015 - start making your plans now!
I hope you were there, but if you were not able to attend - keep an eye on the Society website. We hope to share the recording of the opening session which was live streamed during convention. I hope you can join us for a regional conference in 2015 - start making your plans now!
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Enjoy, Learn AND Get Credit!
Will you need credit for professional development this summer? Are you struggling to schedule both time for professional growth and time to travel?
Think about attending the 2014 DKG International Convention in Indianapolis this summer. If you have not read Dr. Beverly Helms' blog about the convention workshops, read it at http://beverlyhelms.blogspot.com/. A detailed list of the workshops and general sessions will be available soon on the DKG website and in the DKG News.
By submitting your workshop choices for approval by your supervisor or director, you can enjoy the convention and receive professional credit! Look for information on the website soon!
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