GuideREGISTRATIONELICIA PEGUES SPEARMAN, ESQ.REGIONAL DIRECTORDANETTE ANTHONY REEDINTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT & CEOKAFI MEADOWS, PHDCONFERENCE CHAIRMANLATOSHA JOHNSONVICE-CHAIRMAN, OPERATIONSSHENAE DRAUGHNVICE-CHAIRMAN, PROGRAMSNANCY RACHEL ROUSSEAUVICE-CHAIRMAN, SOCIALPEYTON BRYANTCHAIRMANUNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCENIA MCLEANVICE CHAIRMANUNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCECAROLINE FIGAROVICE CHAIRMANUNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCEBOSTON, MAFEBRUARY 19 - 22, 2026ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED®NNoottaabbllee NNoorrtthh AAttllaannttiicc RReeggiioonn
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My Dear Sorors of the Notable North Atlantic Region,It is with excitement and a touch of bittersweetness that I extend greetings and an invitation to the 95North Atlantic Regional Conference (NARC)! Excitement, because, in short, we are pulling out all the stopsto execute a conference that won’t soon be forgotten in the most positive of ways. And bittersweetness,because this will be the last NARC where I will have the honor of presiding as your Regional Director. I lookforward to us making it special—together!thOur conference is hosted by the sorors of the Small, But Mighty Cluster V—my home Cluster! NARC 2026will take place February 19-22, 2026, in Boston, MA, at the Thomas M. Menino Conference and ExhibitionCenter, under the theme: The Homecoming: A Legacy of F.I.R.S.T. Conference Chairman Kafi Meadows,PhD, assisted by Vice-Chairmen Latosha Johnson (Operations), Shenae Draughn (Programs), and NancyRachel Rousseau (Social), along with Peyton Bryant (Chairman, Undergraduate Experience), andNia Mclean and Caroline Figaro (Vice-Chairmen, Undergraduate Experience)have worked with me to plan a conference that features the warm reunions,welcoming spirit, joyful surprises, and boundless celebration that allhomecomings of worth muster!Come prepared to learn, work, serve, and socialize with gusto—all in a cityknown as the “home” of many of the historic markers of the AmericanRevolution. Our sorority’s presence in Boston, after an absence of more than30 years, presents the opportunity for a “welcome back” that shouldn’t bemissed. By day, you are encouraged to SOAR by attendinginformative plenaries and workshops, rendering aid to the city’sunderserved population, and reveling in the sisterly relations forwhich our great sisterhood is known. Your evenings can bereserved for taking in the renowned sights and sounds ofBeantown—a city that offers a dynamic blend of history andmodernity that should appeal to sorors of all ages with a widerange of interests.Sorors, I hope you will join me on an occasion that marks one ofthe last of my FIRSTs. I began the exhilarating and rewardingjourney that defined the F.I.R.S.T. Administration buoyed by yourunwavering love and support. It is my fervent hope that you will bewith me in that same spirit as we wind down to the end at the 95NARC. It won’t feel like “home” without you.thSisterly Serving You F.I.R.S.T.,Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq.North Atlantic Regional Director4
Corporate Office - 5656 S. Stony Island Avenue - Chicago, IL. 60637 - (773) 684-1282 - Fax (773)288-8251Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®Sisterly,Danette Anthony ReedSupreme BasileusGreetings Sorors of the North Atlantic Region,Welcome to your 95 Regional Conference! Your presence reflects a steadfast dedication to our beloved Alpha Kappath.Alpha Sorority Incorporated , and I deeply appreciate the service and spirit you bring to our shared mission.Both as an organization and as individuals, you embody the resilience and determination that empowered our foundersto bring forth a vision rooted in sisterhood, scholarship, and service. Today, a renewed urgency calls us to ensure ourvoices remain strong and unwavering. We must continue to soar—mobilizing, educating, and inspiring—to uplift ourfamilies and transform our communities.Your conference theme “Homecoming: A Legacy of F.I.R.S.T.”, reflects the sorority’s trailblazing moments that havehelped to inspire meaningful change and elevate the lives of sorority and community members alike while reaching newheights of service and sisterhood.Your Regional Director Soror Elicia Pegues Spearman and the regional leadership team have planned a conference thatfosters learning while encouraging collaboration among sorors to generate innovative solutions and ideas that will allowyou to implement programs that Strengthen Our Sisterhood™, Empower Our Families™, Build Our EconomicWealth™, Enhance Our Environment™, Advocate for Social Justice™, and Uplift Our Local Community™.As a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, you have been Soaring to Greater Heights in Service and Sisterhood™.Now, I challenge you to take advantage of your time together during this conference to demonstrate unwaveringleadership as you ascend to greater heights to help improve communities throughout your region.Soror Danette Anthony ReedSupreme BasileusOFFICE OF:5®
Dear Sorors of the Notable North Atlantic Region,More than three decades have passed since the NorthAtlantic Region last gathered in Boston for our belovedRegional Conference. In that time, our sisterhood has grownstronger, our impact deeper, and our legacy richer. As weprepare to return to this historic city, we do so with gratitudefor those who paved the way and excitement for thememories we will create together. This homecoming is notjust a return—it is a celebration of our journey and a boldstep into our future.It is with great joy and pride that I extend warm greetings aswe prepare to gather in historic Boston, Massachusetts,February 19–22, 2026, for the 95 North Atlantic RegionalConference. This year’s gathering holds special significancethas we celebrate the final conference under the leadership of our beloved North AtlanticRegional Director, Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq. Hosted by the Small but Mighty Cluster V—home cluster of Madam Regional Director—we are preparing an unforgettable “homecoming”at the Thomas M. Menino Conference and Exhibition Center.Our theme, The Homecoming: A Legacy of F.I.R.S.T., calls us to honor the extraordinaryaccomplishments of the F.I.R.S.T. Administration while embracing the sisterhood, service,and excellence that define Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated . We will roll out thepink carpet and paint Boston Pink and Green as we conduct the business of our greatsisterhood. Through impactful plenaries, informative workshops, and enriching institutes, wewill strengthen our bonds, deepen our knowledge, and chart the path forward.®Boston—America’s cradle of liberty—is a city of “firsts,” from the nation’s first public park andfirst public school to pioneering contributions in education, politics, medicine, and the arts. Itis a city whose rich history blends seamlessly with vibrant cultural diversity, offering worldclass dining, distinctive neighborhoods, thriving arts and theater, and an abundance of Blackhistory and heritage.In true Alpha Kappa Alpha fashion, our presence will extend beyond the conference walls. Wewill lift up the Greater Boston community through service projects and summits that addresscritical needs and celebrate local leaders. And when the work is done, we will delight inelevated social events, enjoy exceptional dining experiences, and explore the unique shoppingBoston has to offer.Sorors, this will be a homecoming to remember—a celebration of our history, ourachievements, and our enduring commitment to excellence. Let us come together in the spiritof F.I.R.S.T. to make history once again in Boston.With sisterly love and anticipation,6Kafi Meadows, PhDNorth Atlantic Regional Conference Chairman
Greetings Sorors of the Notable North Atlantic Region,Boston is calling and you do not want to miss this one!For the first time in nearly 30 years, the 95 North Atlantic Regional Conference is returningto the historic city of Boston, Massachusetts and what a momentous time it will be! Markyour calendars now for February 19–22, 2026 at the Menino Convention and ExhibitionCenter, where we will gather under the powerful theme: “The Homecoming: A Legacy ofF.I.R.S.T.”thWith sisterhood, service, and legacy serving as the core anchors to this conference, itpromises to be a heartfelt homecoming to remember. Together, we will celebrate our legacyand look boldly toward our future.This is no ordinary year. 2026 is filled with excitement and meaning:It will be our beloved Madam Regional Director, Elicia Pegues Spearman’s finalconference of her administration. We will show our deep appreciation and admirationwith a grand sendoff that reflects her exemplary F.I.R.S.T.-class leadership!We will also usher in the future as it is an election year for the next North AtlanticRegional Director - your voice and your vote matters.Our host state, Massachusetts, will be commemorating its semi-quincentennial (250thanniversary) - a milestone in American history and a perfect backdrop for ourcelebration of Black excellence, service, and legacy.And of course, we’ll gather during Black History Month, amplifying the significance ofour sisterhood’s impact and the legacy of those who paved the way.Sorors, we are personally inviting you to experience Boston like never before - from thecobblestone streets of Beacon Hill to the cultural heartbeat of Roxbury, from iconiclandmarks to cutting-edge innovation, Massachusetts will open its arms and its heart towelcome YOU. And with the Notable North Atlantic Region leading the way, this will be aconference steeped in heritage, empowered by purpose, and fueled by love.We are honored to serve as your Conference Vice Chairmen and are working alongside ourCluster V sorors to deliver an unforgettable experience filled with joy, connection,inspiration, and sisterhood. The spirit of “The Homecoming” is already in the air, and wecannot wait to greet you with warmth, pride, and unwavering excitement.So, pack your bags, unpack your pearls, and prepare to walk boldly into history with us -Boston awaits!Sisterly Serving You F.I.R.S.T.,LATOSHA JOHNSONVICE-CHAIRMAN, OPERATIONSSHENAE DRAUGHNVICE-CHAIRMAN, PROGRAMSNANCY RACHEL ROUSSEAUVICE-CHAIRMAN, SOCIAL7
Dear Undergraduate Sorors,On behalf of the North Atlantic Region, it is our absolute pleasure to welcome you tothe 95 North Atlantic Regional Conference, hosted at the beautiful Thomas M.Menino Conference and Exhibition Center. This year is particularly special as wegather for Madam Regional Director’s final conference, a full-circle moment as shereturns to the city where she was initiated into our sisterhood, in the Lovely andUppermost Lambda Upsilon, and her beloved Theta Epsilon Omega Chapter, bothserving as Cluster V host chapters.thOur theme, “The HOMECOMING: A Legacy of F.I.R.S.T.,” could not be more fitting.As we come together in Boston, we are reminded of the rich history of the NorthAtlantic Region, home of Alpha Chapter—and the bonds that connect us acrossgenerations. This is not just a celebration; it is a tribute to our shared legacy and acommitment to shaping our future.As undergraduates, we are the heartbeat of that future—bringing fresh ideas, newenergy, and a passion for leadership. Many of you will be graduating from the EthelHedgemon Lyle Undergraduate Leadership Academy, the first-ever undergraduatetraining for undergraduates in our region. We have a Regional Director whounderstands and loves undergraduates. This weekend, we will have the chance toconnect, learn, and grow through engaging workshops, dynamic speakers, andmeaningful discussions designed to equip us to lead with impact.May this conference ignite lasting personal and professional growth. As Alpha KappaAlpha women, we carry winning mentalities wherever we go, stepping into everyspace with confidence, grace, and purpose. Let’s embrace new challenges, deepenour sisterly bonds, and run the yard with pride as we showcase our excellence,celebrate our sisterhood, and reaffirm our commitment to uplifting our communitieswith intention and impact.We cannot wait to see your beautiful faces, to celebrate together, and to makememories that will last a lifetime.Welcome to the 95 North Atlantic Regional Conference—let’s make it a weekend wewill never forget!th8PEYTON BRYANT ARIEL WRIGHTCHAIRMANUNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCENIA MCLEANVICE CHAIRMANUNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCECAROLINE FIGAROVICE CHAIRMANUNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCEASSISTANT SECRETARYUNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCE
KAFI MEADOWS, PHDCONFERENCE [email protected] DRAUGHNVICE-CHAIRMAN, [email protected] RACHEL ROUSSEAUVICE-CHAIRMAN, [email protected] BRYANTCHAIRMANUNDERGRADUATE [email protected] JOHNSONVICE-CHAIRMAN, [email protected] MCLEANVICE-CHAIRMANUNDERGRADUATE [email protected] HOWARDCONFERENCE [email protected] WRIGHTCONFERENCE VICE [email protected] [email protected] FRIPPSFINANCIAL [email protected] 19 - 22, 2026 | BOSTON, MAKIMMIE JACKSONCHIEF OF [email protected] PARKMONDCHIEF OPERATIONS [email protected] CommitteeAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®95 North Atlantic Regional ConferencethELICIA PEGUES SPEARMAN, ESQ.NORTH ATLANTIC REGIONAL DIRECTOR9CAROLINE FIGAROVICE-CHAIRMANUNDERGRADUATE [email protected] LAYNECONFERENCE [email protected] DRAYTONCONFERENCE [email protected]
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Dear Sorors,It is with great pleasure that the Notable North Atlantic Regional Director, Elicia PeguesSpearman, Esq., and the sorors of Cluster V extend a warm invitation to join us in honoringour first-time Diamond, Pearl, Golden, and Silver Star sorors, our Jewels, during the 95North Atlantic Regional Conference at Precious Jewels, Enduring Bonds: CelebratingDecades of Divine Service.thJoin us at this signature event as we celebrate our Precious Jewels, the foundation of ourillustrious sisterhood who have been committed to decades of divine service.To the 2026 Jewels Honorees, we thank you for enduring bonds of unbreakable sisterhood!Location: Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston, MADate: Friday, February 20, 2026Time: 12:00 p.m.Our honorees have reached the significant milestones of 75, 65, 50, and 25 years of serviceand will be recognized as Diamond (1951), Pearl (1961), Golden (1976), and Silver Stars(2001). This celebratory luncheon will feature each of our crowned Precious Jewels as theytake their rightful place among our sorority’s most treasured members.This event is open to the public, and we invite all honorees to bring family and friends to sharein this unforgettable celebration of legacy, love, and sisterhood.Honoree Participation RequirementsAll first-time Diamond, Pearl, Golden, and Silver Star honorees wishing toattend must:Purchase a luncheon ticket (for themselves and guests) during conference registrationRegister for the 2026 North Atlantic Regional ConferenceMeet membership milestones:Diamond: Initiated in 1951Pearl: Initiated in 1961Golden: Initiated in 1976Silver: Initiated in 2001Complete the DPGS (Diamond, Pearl, Golden, Silver) Luncheon HonoreeInformation Request Form link: https://bit.ly/95JewelsHonoreeInfo bymidnight, Friday, January 9, 2026.We look forward to celebrating our F.I.R.S.T. Precious Jewels as they stroll ever so proudlydisplaying a legacy of Divine Service that continues to inspire generations of sisterhood.Thank you, Sorors, for your cooperation.If you have any questions, please email [email protected] Serving you F.I.R.S.T.,11Kathy LucasJewels Luncheon ChairmanShane CoxJewels Luncheon Vice-Chairman Kathy Lucas Shane Cox
CELEBRATING DECADES OF DIVINE SERVICEAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®95 North Atlantic Regional ConferencethLUNCHEON PPPrrreeeccciiiooouuusss JJJeeewwweeelllsss,,, EEEnnnddduuurrriiinnnggg BBBooonnndddsss:::FRIDAYFEBRUARY20, 202612:00 PM- 2:30 PMMCEC BALLROOM$$111100..0000per personELICIA PEGUES SPEARMAN, ESQ.REGIONAL DIRECTORDANETTE ANTHONY REEDINTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT & CEOKAFI MEADOWS, PHDCONFERENCE CHAIRMANKATHY LUCASEVENT CHAIRMANSHANE COXEVENT CO-CHAIRMAN12Supreme BasileusSSoorroorr DDaanneettttee AAnntthhoonnyy RReeeedd
KAFI MEADOWS, PHDCONFERENCE CHAIRMAN11:30 AM - 2:30 PMFEBRUARY 20, 20269:00 AM - 3:00 PMFEBRUARY 21, 202611:30 AM - 5:00 PMFEBRUARY 19, 2026DANETTE ANTHONY REEDINTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT & CEOELICIA PEGUES SPEARMAN, ESQ.REGIONAL DIRECTORLIANNE HUGHES-ODOM, PHDEVENT CHAIRMANMONET BRATHWAITEEVENT CO-CHAIRMANSSPPEECCIIAALL HHOOSSTTEESSSS::Step into The F.I.R.S.T. Luxe Suite — a curated experiencewhere exclusivity isn’t just a feeling, it’s a standard for ourDiamond, Pearl, and Golden Sorors.Luxe SuiteAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®95 North Atlantic Regional ConferencethT H E F . I . R . S . T .GoldenSororCherylAndersonPegues13KAFI MEADOWS, PHD
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®95 North Atlantic Regional Conferenceth5:00 PM - 6:00 PM WELCOME REHEARSAL CLUSTER V4:00 PM - 5:30 PM CLUSTER V HOST CHAPTERS EARLY REGISTRATION5:30 PM - 10:00 PM CONFERENCE REGISTRATION7:00 PM - 10:00 PM7:00 PM - 10:00 PM7:00 PM - 10:00 PMTHE PRETTY PREMIERE: THE F.I.R.S.T. NIGHT IN BOSTONPROTOCOL OFFICEMEDICAL RESPONSE TEAM OFFICENARC OFFICE & LOGISTICS6:00 PM - 10:00 PMWEDNESDAYFEBRUARY 18, 2026THURSDAYFEBRUARY 19, 202615Conference SchedulePink & Green8:00 AM - 4:00 PM FINANCIAL OFFICER CERTIFICATION (FOC) A8:00 AM - 4:00 PM FINANCIAL OFFICER CERTIFICATION (FOC) B7:30 AM - 10:00 PM MEDICAL RESPONSE TEAM OFFICE7:00 AM - 10:00 PM PROTOCOL OFFICE7:00 AM - 10:00 PM CONFERENCE REGISTRATION7:30 AM - 7:00 PM NARC OFFICE & LOGISTICS7:30 AM - 7:00 PM NAR COMMUNICATIONS TEAM OFFICE8:00 AM - 4:00 PM GRADUATE ADVISORS CERTIFICATION LEVEL 1 AND 28:00 AM - 3:00 PM PARLIAMENTARY INSTITUTE8:00 AM - 4:00 PM NARC SERVICE PROJECT - DONATION COLLECTION
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID9:50 AM - 10:00 AM VENDOR RIBBON CUTTING10:00 AM - 10:00 PM VENDORS OPEN2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ARE YOU BOARD READY?CRAFTING YOUR BOARD BIO & SUPERPOWER PITCH3:30 PM - 4:00 PM FACILITATORS & RECORDERS ORIENTATION4:00 PM - 5:00 PM ETHEL HEDGEMON LYLE UNDERGRADUATELEADERSHIP ACADEMY REUNION4:00 PM - 6:00 PM BLACK WOMEN HEALING COMMUNITIES: HEALTH CAREERSPANEL AND NETWORKING MIXER4:30 PM - 5:30 PM F.I.R.S.T. PEP RALLY: GENERAL MEMBERSMEET AND GREET4:00 PM - 5:00 PM RUTH C. EASLEY GRADUATE LEADERSHIPTRAINING INSTITUTE REUNION4:30 PM - 5:30 PM THE BASILEI CHAT: NOTABLY F.I.R.S.T. IN LOVETHURSDAYFEBRUARY 19, 2026continued163:00 PM - 4:30 PM PRESENTERS/PLENARY/TECH REHEARSAL5:00 PM - 6:00 PM WELCOME REHEARSAL CLUSTER V5:00 PM - 7:00 PM SORORS DINE ON THEIR OWN6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CHOIR REHEARSAL6:00 PM - 7:15 PM PUBLIC MEETING RECEPTION7:30 PM - 9:00 PM PUBLIC MEETING (DOORS OPEN 7:00 PM)AFTER PUBLICMEETING PRETTY POP-UP: GENNEXT11:00 AM - 1:00 PMTIMELESS LEGACY:SISTER-TO-SISTER LUNCHEONSISTERHOOD PAST AND PRESENT11:30 AM - 5:00 PM THE F.I.R.S.T. LUXE SUITE:DIAMOND, PEARL, AND GOLDENCONCIERGE LOUNGE3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CONSTITUTION FORUM4:00 PM - 5:00 PM FINANCIAL FORUM
6:00 AM - 7:00 AM FIT AND FIERCE FITNESS6:30 AM - 2:45 PM CONFERENCE REGISTRATION7:00 AM - 7:30 AM CHOIR REHEARSAL7:00 AM - 7:45 AM GENERAL MEMBERS MEETING (VOTING FOR DELEGATES)NARC OFFICE & LOGISTICS7:30 AM - 7:00 PM NAR COMMUNICATIONS TEAM OFFICE7:30 AM - 7:00 PM MEDICAL RESPONSE TEAM OFFICE7:30 AM - 10:00 PM PROTOCOL OFFICE11:30 AM - 2:30 PM NARC SERVICE PROJECT - DONATION COLLECTION11:30 AM - 10:00 PM VENDORS OPEN12:00 PM - 2:30 PM JEWELS LUNCHEON - PRECIOUS JEWELS ENDURINGBONDS: CELEBRATING DECADES OF DIVINE SERVICE2:00 PM - 2:30 PM CHOIR REHEARSAL3:00 PM - 5:30 PM SECOND PLENARY SESSION |5:30 PM - 6:30 PM CANDIDATES MEET & GREET5:30 PM - 6:30 PM INVITATION REHEARSAL CLUSTER I7:00 PM - 9:30 PM DINNER ON YOUR OWN - DISCOVER BOSTON8:00 AM - 11:30 AM FIRST PLENARY SESSION | WELCOME ANDREDEDICATIONCANDIDATE FORUM9:30 PM - 12:00 AM STEP SHOW PARTY |IVY CLASSIC:A HOMECOMING TAKEOVER11:30 AM - 2:30 PM DPG CONCIERGE LOUNGE | THE F.I.R.S.T. LUXE SUITE(CLOSED DURING PLENARY)(CLOSED DURING PLENARY)12:00 PM - 2:00 PM PRETTY POP-UP: NEW MEMBERS7:30 AM - 7:00 PMFRIDAYFEBRUARY20, 202617Pret y in Pink7:00 PM - 9:00 PM REGIONAL DIRECTOR'S DINNER |NOIR, LUXE, AND PEARLS5:30 PM - 10:00 PM CONFERENCE REGISTRATION (CLOSED DURING PLENARY)
6:00 AM - 12:00 PM FIT & FIERCE FITNESS: VIRTUAL STEP CHALLENGE7:30 AM - 9:00 AM EAF BREAKFAST - ELECTRIFIED, AMBITIOUS, & FIRED UP7:00 AM - 12:00 PM VOTING BY ASSIGNED CLUSTER TIME*7:30 AM - 7:00 PM NAR COMMUNICATIONS TEAM OFFICE7:30 AM - 7:00 PM MEDICAL RESPONSE TEAM OFFICE7:30 AM - 4:00 PM PROTOCOL OFFICE8:00 AM - 9:00 PM VENDORS OPEN9:15 AM - 10:45 AM WORKSHOP SESSION I11:00 AM - 12:30 PM WORKSHOP SESSION II12:45 PM - 2:45 PM UNDERGRADUATE LUNCHEON3:00 PM - 3:30 PM LEGACY PARADE3:30 PM - 6:30 PM THIRD PLENARY SESSION & AWARDS CEREMONY8:00 PM - 12:00 AM UNDERGRADUATE EVENT: PARTYS8:00 PM - 12:00 AM GRADUATE EVENT: GALA EXTRAVAGANZAATURDAYFEBRUARY21, 2026Pret y in GreenNAR BLAZER and GORGEOUS IN GREEN DAY7:00 AM - 1:00 PM CONFERENCE REGISTRATION (CLOSED DURING PLENARY)9:00 AM - 3:00 PM DPG CONCIERGE LOUNGE | THE F.I.R.S.T. LUXE SUITE7:00 AM - 3:00 PM NARC OFFICE & LOGISTICS (CLOSED DURING PLENARY)8:00 AM - 12:00 PM NARC SERVICE PROJECT - DONATION COLLECTION18*Assigned Voting Times By Cluster Cluster I: 7AMCluster II: 8AMCluster III: 9AM Cluster IV: 10AM Cluster V: 11AM
Ritual White8:00 AM - 9:30 AM NARC OFFICE & LOGISTICS8:00 AM - 12:00 PM VENDORS OPEN8:00 AM - 8:45 AM IVY BEYOND THE WALL CEREMONY9:00 AM - 10:00 AM ECUMENICAL WORSHIP SERVICESUNDAYFEBRUARY22, 202619*SCHEDULE – SUBJECT TO CHANGE*
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®PINK & GREENTHURSDAYFRIDAYPRETTY IN PINKSATURDAYNAR BLAZER AND GORGEOUS IN GREEN DAYSUNDAYRITUAL WHITEUNINTERRUPTED RITUAL WHITE ATTIRENo Pants, No Boots, Stockings RequiredPlenary Session I and Rededication: Business Attire. No Pants or BootsRegional Director’s Dinner: Noir, Luxe, and PearlsCertifications and Institutes: Business AttireSister-to-Sister Luncheon: Floral Attire with Pink & Green AccentsPublic Meeting: Business AttirePlenary Session III and Luncheons: Business AttireEAF Breakfast: Breakfast ChicF.I.R.S.T. Gala: Met Gala Formal Attire95 North Atlantic Regional Conferenceth20Plenary Session II: Business AttireJewels Luncheon: Honorees: Celebratory Attire; Guests: Business AttireStep Show Party: AKA Paraphernalia/CasualSTOCKINGSREQUIRED
The Rituals Handbook states, “[a]ppropriate attire for the occasion.”The Official Guide to Protocol states “Rededication Ceremony attire should follow the localcustom and be specified on the invitation.”Business Attire: \"[a]n appropriate seasonal dress or skirt suit, appropriate shoes, andhosiery are required. Pants, hats and boots are unacceptable.\"Per the Rituals Manual (Revised 2024), sorors wear conservative, solid seasonal white dressesor skirted suits with sleeves (without adornment, embellishment, color trim or edges), fleshtone or white hosiery, and seasonal white shoes. Jewelry worn should be conservative. Asingle strand of white pearls is appropriate but NOT MANDATORY, colored pearls (ex: pinkand/or green) are not to be worn during any of the \"All White Ceremonies.\"No Pants, No Boots. Stockings required.Friday, February 20, 2026Sunday, February 22, 2026SEATING FOR DELEGATESDelegates will have a reserved seating area in all plenary sessions.SEATING FOR DIAMOND, PEARL, GOLDEN AND SORORS NEEDING SPECIALACCOMMODATIONSDiamond, Pearl, Golden and sorors needing special accommodations will have reservedseating at all plenary sessions and meal functions.If you require special accommodations, please complete the Special Accommodations Formincluded in this Registration Guide. We will make every effort to accommodate you.SEATING FOR VERY SPECIAL GUESTS (VSGS)Soror Sponsors, Corporate Sponsors, International Chairmen, and Former DirectorateMembers will have reserved seating.CONFERENCE SEATINGCONFERENCE ATTIRE HELPFUL TIPSREDEDICATION:IVY BEYOND THE WALL CEREMONY:21
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®95 North Atlantic Regional Conferenceth22ONSITE CHECK-IN INFORMATIONREGISTRATION BOOTH HOURS OF OPERATIONDATE TIMEWednesday, February 18, 20265:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Cluster V Sorors Only)7:00 PM – 10:00 PMThursday, February 19, 2026 7:30 AM – 10:00 PMFriday, February 20, 20266:30 AM – 2:45 PM5:30 PM – 10:00 PMSaturday, February 21, 2026 7:00 AM - 1:00 PMPLEASE NOTE: Registration is closed during the Second and Third Plenary SessionsWHEN YOU ARRIVEThere will be specific signage for all registered attendees indicating the appropriateregistration line you should enter, as follows:Diamond, Pearl, and Golden soror RegistrationUndergraduate DelegatesGraduate DelegatesGeneral Registration will not be by last name. Follow directions to the firstavailableregistration assistant.There will be Registration Greeters to assist you if there are any questions.To check in and receive your registration materials you will need the following:Photo identificationAKA financial cardRegistration confirmation email (from [email protected])showing a barcode (either hard copy or electronic)Conference Registration
Registration FeesGraduate Undergraduate GuestOn-Time Registration $250 $150 $170Late Registration $375 $225 $295CHECK-IN PROCESSScan the barcode displayed on your confirmation.The system will process your information.Your badge, tickets and receipts for merchandise will print automatically.Before you leave the Registration Area, you should:Make sure you have your photo identification and financial card.Confirm that your printed documents are accurate and received.It is every soror’s responsibility to ensure that your information is correct at thetime of registration, in the online system, and at check-in.ONCE TICKETS ARE ISSUED, LOST TICKETS WILL NOT BE REPLACED.ONSITE REGISTRATION CONTACT INFORMATIONKristy Anderson Magras, Psi OmegaRegistration Committee [email protected] Bell Allen, Psi OmegaRegistration Committee [email protected] is online onlyThere will be no onsite registrationThere will be no mail-in registrationsThere will be no mailing of conference materialsNo refunds, no exceptionsIMPORTANT REMINDERS23
ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION INFORMATIONTRANSFER POLICYThe North Atlantic Region has a no refund policy, therefore refunds will not be issued.You may transfer your registration to another soror if you are unable to attend theconference.The deadline to transfer your registration will be Sunday, February 8, 2026. We willnot be able to accommodate any transfer requests after this date.Sorors will now have the ability to process transfers themselves in the Fonteva system byfollowing these steps:1.Click \"Manage My Registration\" from your confirmation receipt email [email protected] or by viewing the regional conference on your profileunder My Events, when logging into the member's portal of www.aka1908.com2.Select Manage Registration3.Select Transfer Registration4.Search for the name of the soror you'd like to transfer to5.Click Transfer6.Once the transfer has been successfully processed, it will no longer appear under MyEvents on your www.aka1908.com profile.If you are unable to process the transfer in the system yourself and still requireassistance, you may contact the NAR Technology Help Desk by [email protected]. When emailing the help desk, you must includethe name, chapter and financial card number of both the transferring soror and the sororyou are transferring to, and both sorors should be included on the email. Any requestsfor transfer assistance must be received by Sunday February 8, 2026.All financial transactions associated with registration are between the transferringsorors.If a soror owes an outstanding balance to the region, she is subject to withdrawal ofprivileges until such time as the debt is satisfied and will not be allowed to register for aconference.REGISTRATION: WHAT NOT TO DODo not hit “refresh” while registeringDo not hit “submit payments” multiple times - BE PATIENTDo not register inactive sororsDo not register using another soror’s profileDo not forget to include your name, chapter and financial card number whenemailing the NAR Help Desk at [email protected] if you haveany registration-related questions24
HELP & ASSISTANCEFor assistance accessing the online registration website please email:[email protected] RESTRICTIONSBe sure to make note of any dietary restrictions during online registration in theappropriate place to be sure this information is available during meals. Under nocircumstances may meal preferences be changed during the meal event. Special dietaryneeds will be honored with the appropriate meal tickets.NOTESWhile inactive sorors cannot register for the conference, inactive sorors and guests mayattend the the Public Meeting and Ecumenical Service.Non-sorors can purchase tickets to attend the following events:Jewels Luncheon (during sorors’ registration process)Step Show Party25REGISTERED & UNABLE TO ATTENDRegistered sorors who are unable to attend the conference (and who have not transferredtheir registration to another soror) should arrange for materials to be picked up by theirBasileus or Graduate Advisor from the registration area before it closes. Noregistration materials or souvenirs will be mailed or distributed to othermembers.General Members may contact the North Atlantic Region General MembersLiaison at [email protected] to arrange for pickup of materials.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, IncorporatedDEADLINE FORM TITLE LINK12/05/2025 95th NARC Choir/Musician Volunteer Form https://bit.ly/95Choir12/19/2025 95th NARC Scooter Rental Form https://bit.ly/95ScooterWheelchairRental12/31/202595th NARC, The Ivy Classic: A HomecomingTakeover Step Show Registration Formhttps://bit.ly/95StepShow01/08/202695th NARC Registration/Check-in CommitteeVolunteer Formhttps://bit.ly/95OnsiteRegistrationVolunteers01/09/202695th Jewels (DPGS) Luncheon HonoreeInformation Request Formhttps://bit.ly/95JewelsHonoreeInfo01/09/202695th NARC Ivy Beyond the Wall CeremonyInformation Formhttps://bit.ly/95IBTWForm01/15/202695th NARC Gala Chapter Table AssignmentRequest Formhttps://bit.ly/95GalaChapterTable01/15/202695th Jewels (DPGS) Luncheon Chapter TableAssignmentshttps://bit.ly/95JewelsTableRequest01/15/2026 95th NARC Charter Bus Form https://bit.ly/95CharterBus01/16/202695th NARC Reasonable AccommodationsFormhttps://bit.ly/95ReasonableAccommodations95 North Atlantic Regional Conferenceth26
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated95 North Atlantic Regional Conferenceth27DEADLINE FORM TITLE LINK01/20/2026 95th NARC Fitness Form https://bit.ly/95Fitness01/20/2026 95th NARC Basilei Chat https://bit.ly/95BasileiChat01/20/2026 95th NARC General Member Meet & Greet https://bit.ly/94thGeneralMemberMeetGreet01/23/2006 95th NARC Legacy Parade Registration Form https://bit.ly/95thLegacy02/01/2026 95th NARC Delegate Credential Form https://bit.ly/95Delegate02/01/2026 95th NARC Philacter Volunteer Form bit.ly/95Philacters02/01/2026 95th NARC - Escort Interest Form https://bit.ly/95NARCEscorts02/01/2026 95th NARC Hostess Volunteer Form https://bit.ly/95Hostess02/01/2026 95th NARC Pretty Pop-Up Form https://bit.ly/95PrettyPopUp
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®95 North Atlantic Regional ConferencethProvide your conference contact details and venue to a family member or friend beforetraveling.Secure a Conference Buddy.Ensure that your Chapter Basileus and/or Conference Buddy have emergency contactinformation for you.Ensure that your Chapter Basileus and/or Conference Buddy have important informationabout your health issues and allergies.Make sure you have your travel and conference registration documents in a convenientholder or readily accessible location.Pack a portable phone charger and/or power bank to ensure your phone is sufficientlycharged throughout the day. Remember to bring cables.Bring comfortable shoes for moving around the airport, conference area and hotel.Create a transportation plan for your hotel arrival.Bring snacks or plan to procure snacks upon arrival.Prepare a packing list and stick to it – do not overpack. Include medications, masks,safety items, glasses, cooling devices and other essential items.Plan to transport or ship conference purchases and gifts.KNOW BEFORE YOU GOWHILE AT CONFERENCETAKE YOUR PRESCRIBED MEDICATION.Place your emergency contact and Conference Buddy’s information in the designatedsection of your conference badge in case of an emergency.Place important information about your health issues and allergies in the designatedsection of your conference badge.Wear a mask in indoor settings if you are at high risk of severe illness.Lock your car/hotel room doors. Secure your valuables.28
If you leave the convention center or hotel, always let your Conference Buddy or someoneelse know your whereabouts and your expected time of return. Remove your Conferencebadge.If you misplace your Conference badge, advise registration immediately, to avoid nonmembers attending conference activities.Know where the Medical Response Team is located during the plenary sessions.Plan to stay hydrated/know where water stations are located.Make sure your bags, as well as the straps, are completely tucked under the table and/orchairs while in plenary sessions, workshops and dining experiences, to ensure walkingpaths are clear.Restrict excessive movement during the conference dining experiences while the waitstaff is operating.Do not congregate at escalators and elevators such that you are blocking safe egress.Provide a pathway for sorors who are using motorized scooters.Sorors utilizing scooters, especially those who are using a scooter for the first time,proceed at a slow (turtle) speed and use caution as you turn corners and enter elevators.If you try to assist a soror using a scooter, ensure you are standing on the side of thescooter, not in front of or on the scooter.Charge scooters nightly.No matter where you are, always take note of the exits, restrooms, first aid kit andAutomated External Defibrillator (AED) locations.Show deference to our VSGs, Diamond, Pearl, and Golden Sorors, along with ourphysically-challenged sorors by stepping to the side to allow them to proceed before youto get on the elevators, buses or in any other circumstance.If requested, assist our VSGs, Diamond, Pearl, and Golden Sorors and those who arephysically challenged.In the event of an emergency, remain calm, follow the direction of the presiding officer orher designee, remain aware of your surroundings and stay in communication with yourchapter Basileus and/or Conference Buddy. Assist Diamond, Pearl, Golden and physicallychallenged sorors.In case of an active shooter, run, stay low to the ground, find the nearest room to hide,lock the doors and turn off the lights. Remain quiet, call 911, turn off the ringers to yourphone, move out of sight and find cover under sturdy items to shield until you can escape.If necessary, and as a last resort, fight.Do not worry about your personal belongings in the event of an emergency or an activeshooter. Your safety comes first.Report any incidents to your chapter basileus and the conference chairman.29
Submit any follow-up/supplemental incident reports to your chapter basileus, who shallhave the responsibility to forward them to the conference chairman.Provide feedback via the Conference evaluation survey.AFTER CONFERENCE30
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®95 North Atlantic Regional ConferencethPlease make sure to pack all your prescribed medication in your luggage and carry a \"quickpack\" of your medicine in your traveling purse, in case your luggage is lost.You may find it helpful to pack a small number of over-the-counter medications such as(aspirin, Tylenol, antacids, laxatives, anti-diarrhea, etc.) in the event you have simpleeveryday problems. There are drug stores in the area, however we encourage you to beproactive with your health and come prepared with these items.If your prescribed medication requires refrigeration, notify the Medical Response Team. Anyadditional medical attention you require should be indicated on your Health & SpecialAccommodations form. If you have medical conditions (hypertension, diabetes, kidneydisease, etc.), please make sure you have seen your Primary Care Physician, NursePractitioner, or Internist before arrival to the conference, to ensure traveling away from homeis safe for you. Be sure to note any dietary restrictions/allergies on your special needs formduring the conference registration process.If you require medical supplies, please pack enough to last the duration of your stay at theconference. Note, should you request a refrigerator for your room, to store medication, it willbe at your own expense.MEDICATION & SUPPLIESGUIDANCE ON MEDICAL CONDITIONS & MEDICATIONSIf you have medical conditions (hypertension, diabetes, kidney disease, etc.), please makesure you have seen your Primary Care Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Internist beforearrival to the conference, to ensure traveling away from home is safe for you. Be sure to noteany dietary restrictions/allergies on your special needs form during the conferenceregistration process.31
Bring comfortable shoes for daily walking, our conference space will require a lot of walking.While we are meeting in February and it will likely be cold outside, we encourage you to dressin layers, wearing a scarf or sweater allowing you to regulate your own body temperature.Sorors, these simple things will benefit you and make your conference experience moreenjoyable!EMERGENCY CONTACTSCOMFORTMEDICAL CENTERS:Tufts Medical Center800 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111617-636-5000Boston Medical Center (BMC)One Boston Medical Center Place, Boston, MA 02118617-638-8000Brigham and Women’s Hospital75 Francis St., Boston, MA 02115617-732-5500Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114617-726-2000To ensure your family can be easily contacted in case of an emergency, be sure your ChapterBasileus, roommate, or another soror, have access to your emergency contact information(name, phone number, relation). Remember to fill out the emergency information on theback of your conference I.D. badge. Also, emergency contact information can be captured onyour Special Accommodations form.Conversely, your family should know how to contact you should there be an emergency atyour home during the conference.32
Bring comfortable shoes for walking.When traveling, do not ignore symptoms or changes to your body (chest pain, abdominalpain, leg swelling etc.). Seek medical attention immediately for any change to how youusually feel.Do not overdue your usual level of activity. Changes in the amount of walking and activitycan exacerbate medical illnesses or cause symptoms that may need care while you are atthe conference.Get enough rest while you are at the conference. Abrupt changes in sleep patterns canexacerbate medical illnesses.If you are prone to environmental/seasonal allergies, bring allergy medication as changesin environment (trees, grasses etc.) in different locations can cause allergy symptoms.If you use inhalers, even if only as needed, bring your inhalers with you in case you mayneed them.Bring a list of your medications and the contact information for your local pharmacy athome in case you are unable to communicate what medications you take to co-travelersor medical care professionals.If you forget to bring or lose your medications, find a local pharmacy. The pharmacist cancontact your pharmacy to give you enough medication for the duration of your trip.Do not travel to the conference if your health may not allow you to safely do so. Checkwith your doctor about whether it is medically safe for you to travel.If traveling by air, do not pack your medications in checked luggage.Bring your medications in your carry-on bags.Triple check to make sure that you bring all your medications. Pleasepack enough to last the duration of your stay at the conference.Don’t forget your medical equipment as you will need to continueself-monitoring and/or treatment while you are away: bloodpressure, glucose/blood sugar, CPAP and/or nebulizer machines withthe proper tubing and medication solution.Check with your medical insurance company to find out their policyabout getting medication in another city if you lose your medication.Traveling changes your routine. Set alarms on your phone or writedown reminders to take your medication as prescribed and on time.When traveling, how you eat can change. Avoid drastic changes in thefood that you usually eat (restaurant food, high salt foods, snack food,high sugar foods), so that you do not have exacerbations of yourmedical conditions leading to the need for urgent or emergent care.If you have food allergies, make sure that you bring an EpiPen. If youdo not have one, inquire with your doctor accordingly.When you arrive, find out where the nearest urgent care andemergency room is to the conference.Bring first aid items that come in handy: bandages, gauze, tape, antiinflammatories like Tylenol or Motrin, antacids, hydrocortisonecream, sunscreen etc.Bring your medical insurance cards with you in case you need to seekmedical attention.33
Bring comfortable shoes for walking.When traveling, do not ignore symptoms or changes to your body (chest pain, abdominalpain, leg swelling etc.). Seek medical attention immediately for any change to how youusually feel.Do not overdue your usual level of activity. Changes in the amount of walking and activitycan exacerbate medical illnesses or cause symptoms that may need care while you are atthe conference.Get enough rest while you are at the conference. Abrupt changes in sleep patterns canexacerbate medical illnesses.If you are prone to environmental/seasonal allergies, bring allergy medication as changesin environment (trees, grasses etc.) in different locations can cause allergy symptoms.If you use inhalers, even if only as needed, bring your inhalers with you in case you mayneed them.Bring a list of your medications and the contact information for your local pharmacy athome in case you are unable to communicate what medications you take to co-travelersor medical care professionals.If you forget to bring or lose your medications, find a local pharmacy. The pharmacist cancontact your pharmacy to give you enough medication for the duration of your trip.Do not travel to the conference if your health may not allow you to safely do so. Checkwith your doctor about whether it is medically safe for you to travel.Consider buying travel insurance when making travel plans in casemedical illness interrupts or alters your travel plans. Check with yourcredit card company for travel insurance benefits.When traveling, do not ignore symptoms or changes to your body(chest pain, abdominal pain, leg swelling etc.). Seek medical attentionimmediately for any change to how you usually feel.Do not overdue your usual level of activity. Changes in the amount ofwalking and activity can exacerbate medical illnesses or causesymptoms that may need care while you are at the conference.Get enough rest while you are at the conference. Abrupt changes insleep patterns can exacerbate medical illnesses.If you are prone to environmental/seasonal allergies, bring allergymedication as changes in environment (trees, grasses etc.) indifferent locations can cause allergy symptoms.If you use inhalers, even if only as needed, bring your inhalers withyou in case you may need them.Bring a list of your medications and the contact information for yourlocal pharmacy at home in case you are unable to communicate whatmedications you take to co-travelers or medical care professionals.If you forget to bring or lose your medications, find a local pharmacy.The pharmacist can contact your pharmacy to give you enoughmedication for the duration of your trip.Do not travel to the conference if your health may not allow you tosafely do so. Check with your doctor about whether it is medicallysafe for you to travel.CONTINUED34
Don’t forget to pack these essential items!Emergency Contact InformationHealth Insurance CardPrescribed MedicationsOxygen/Oxygen Equipment/CPAP machine with accessoriesPhone/Charger/BatteriesPersonal Hygiene ProductsComfortable Walking ShoesN95 Masks (preferred)Band AidsGauzeTapeHydrocortisone creamHand SanitizerSafety Pins/sewing kitTissuesCough DropsEyewash SolutionEyeglasses/Reading GlassesSnacksRefillable Water BottleEpiPen with refillsInhaler if neededOver-the-counter medications (Aspirin, Tylenol/Motrin/antiinflammatories, antacids, laxatives, anti-diarrhea, coldmedication etc.)Assistive Devices (canes, walkers etc.)Glucometer/blood sugar machine, blood pressure machine35
Accommodationsand TravelAccommodationsand TravelINFORMATION36
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®95 North Atlantic Regional Conferenceth37AFTER YOU REGISTER, you will receive the AKA hotel registration link. You can only reserveone room after you register and only via the link provided. Please do not call the hotel.OMNI BOSTON HOTEL AT THE SEAPORTPatron Tower: Q/Q and King $259Artist Tower: Small King $219 (no closet, hanging bar)THE WESTIN BOSTON SEAPORT DISTRICTDouble/Double and King $249ALOFT BOSTON SEAPORT DISTRICTQueen/Queen $189ELEMENT BOSTON SEAPORT DISTRICTQueen/Queen $199
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®95 North Atlantic Regional Conferenceth38Sorors wishing to travel via Amtrak should book their travel into the South Station (BOS) inBoston, MA (700 Atlantic Ave.) Amtrak offers a discount to groups of 15 passengers or moretraveling on the same train. Sorors must call Amtrak Group Sales at 1-800-872-1477. Studentand senior discounts are also available. To book your reservation for individuals or groups ofless than 15 members, call Amtrak at 1-800-872-7245 or book through their website:https://www.amtrak.com/tickets-reservationsWelcome Boston Sorors! The travel information should be used as a guide as you make yourtravel arrangements to the 95 North Atlantic Regional Conference.thTRAVELING BY RAILWAY:AMTRAKTRAVELING BY AUTOMOBILE:HOTEL PARKINGVerify all parking costs with the hotels directly in case prices change.Westin Boston Seaport District: 425 Summer Street, Boston, MA. This hotel has its ownunderground, self-parking garage with spaces close to the elevators. This is located on 425 EastSide Drive. Self-parking is $44-50 per day and valet is available.Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport: 450 Summer Street, Boston, MA. This hotel offers selfparking and valet. The cost ranges $60-70 per night.Element Boston Seaport: 391-395 D Street, Boston, MA. This hotel offers on-site valet parkingand nearby off-site parking for approximately $25-30 per night (located on Danby and DStreet.)(Please take an Uber, Lyft or taxi from the train station to the hotel)
39SHARED RIDE SERVICESRequest your ride insideCheck the make/model and license plate before entering the vehicleHave the driver confirm your name before entering the vehicleBe a back-seat rider/ stay alertAlways wear your seat beltShare your trip details with loved onesProtect your personal informationFollow your intuitionCHARTER BUSAll buses are required to register prior to arriving onto the reservation. This information willbe communicated via NAR Eblast.Once you register with the venue to have your bus permitted on the property,please complete the following JotForm https://bit.ly/95CharterBus A follow-up noticewill be sent to the NARC Transportation Travel Coordinator to confirm your charter businformation. Please direct any questions to [email protected] [email protected] BY AIRPLANEBoston Logan International Airport in East Boston, MA (approximately 4 miles)Number: 800-235-6426Website: https://www.massport.com/logan-airportT.F. Green International Airport in Warwick, Rhode Island (approximately 68 miles)Number: (401) 737-8222Number: (888) 268-7222Website: https://flyri.comSorors can download the Uber and/or Lyft apps on their phones to request ride share services fortransportation. The prices will vary depending on the distance and the time of day.For your safety, keep in mind these tips when using ride share services:Aloft Boston Seaport District: 401-403 D Street, Boston, MA. This hotel offers self-parking next to thehotel for approximately $25-30 per night.*There are nearby garages including South Boston Waterfront Transportation Center (503 CongressStreet) Seaport Garage (400 Summer Street)*
40ELECTRIC SCOOTER RENTALSRental Fee for Electric Scooters: $50.00 per day.To Reserve: Email [email protected]: Reservations ensure your scooter is available and delivered to the correctlocation before your arrival at the Thomas M. Menino Convention and Exhibition Center.Next Step: After you have reserved your scooter, please complete the required jotform.https://bit.ly/95ScooterWheelchairRentalWHEELCHAIR AVAILABILITY/RENTALSWheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Thomas M. MeninoConvention and Exhibition Center. Please note that availability is limited.Rental fee for wheelchairs: $25.00/per dayTo reserve: Email [email protected]: Reservations ensure your wheelchair is available and delivered to thecorrect location before your arrival at the Thomas M. Menino Convention and ExhibitionCenter.After you have reserved your wheelchair, please complete the required jotform.https://bit.ly/95ScooterWheelchairRental
Workshops andInstitutesWorkshops andInstitutes41
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®95 North Atlantic Regional Conferenceth42The agenda is the blueprint for ensuring the chapter meeting remains on track. Aproperly prepared agenda, along with a basic knowledge of parliamentary procedure,allows a meeting to run effectively and efficiently. The workshop objective is to discussthe correct way to prepare an agenda, the importance of approving the agenda, andparliamentary steps that can be used to ensure the meeting remains focused. All sororswill benefit from the information that will be shared during this workshop. If timepermits, a parliamentary procedure Q and A will be held. This workshop will bepresented by the International Constitution Committee.STANDING ON BUSINESS: THE CHAPTERAGENDAWKO1This technology workshop equips members with practical cybersecurity tools tonavigate digital spaces safely. Learn to detect threats, secure personal data, and adoptsmart habits to help you rise above online risks with confidence. This workshop will bepresented by the International Technology Committee.SOARINGSECURELY:CYBERSECURITYTOOLSTO RISEABOVE ONLINETHREATSWKO2JUSTWRITE!SOARINGIN AKACOMMUNICATIONSWords matter! Strong, clear, and compelling communication can help your chaptersoar. Join members of the International Communications Committee for an engagingsession designed with you in mind. Together, we’ll explore interactive exercises,practical tips, and proven strategies to help you write with confidence and share yourchapter’s stories in ways that truly connect with other sorors and the communities youserve. Come sharpen your skills, find your voice, and grow as an effectivecommunicator.WKO3
43The upcoming election season promises to be one of the most contentious in the nation’shistory. This interactive workshop is designed to equip participants with essentialknowledge and strategies for voter engagement needed to navigate the complexities ofthe upcoming 2026 midterm elections. Specifically, participants will be provided withpractical tools, effective communication strategies, and a solid understanding of how tosupport community members in registering, preparing, and turning out to vote. Insteadof listening to a lecture, participants should be prepared to share creative and innovativestrategies with each other; engage in hands-on activities, such as role-play; and join ingroup discussions. Resources, such as the AKA Voter Engagement Toolkit, will beshared. Join us for this engaging workshop geared toward implementing OperationSOAR. This workshop will be presented by the International Connection & Social ActionCommittee.OPERATION SOAR:MARCHINGTOMIDTERMS & SOARINGTO JUSTICEWKO4This risk management workshop tackles the everyday challenges of sorority life. We willbreak down common issues, share practical solutions, and give you real tools to keep oursisterhood safe, prepared, steady, and ready to soar—no matter what pops up next. Thisworkshop will be presented by the International Risk Management Committee.GREEK SHENANIGANS5:IFITAIN’T ONETHING,IT’SANOTHERWKO5This interactive workshop is designed to equip sorors with practical strategies thatstrengthen chapter operations and enhance overall organizational effectiveness.Participants will explore the essential roles and responsibilities of chapter officers togain clarity on leadership expectations and collaborative practices that support smoothgovernance. The session will also introduce best practices for planning and conductingeffective meetings that foster engagement, transparency, and productive decisionmaking. Through guided instruction and applied learning exercises, sorors will refinetheir skills in maintaining accurate minutes and establishing reliable record-keepingsystems that preserve chapter history and ensure compliance. In addition, the workshopwill highlight methods for strengthening financial reporting processes and promotinggreater accountability within chapter operations. Attendees will leave the session withactionable tools and increased confidence to support efficient, compliant, and highfunctioning chapters. This workshop will be presented by the International StandardsCommittee.STILLWESOAR!ENCORE:CHAPTER OPERATIONSTHAT HELPUSSOAR!WKO6
44Chapter Basilei, Program Chairs, Graduate Advisors, and Ivy Leaf ® Reporters—thisworkshop is your official guide to sharing your chapter’s program impact in a bold,polished, and unforgettable way. Discover how to collect receipts, craft irresistibleimpact stories, and spill the tea on your chapter’s service like a pro. This workshop willbe presented by the International Program Committee.SIP,SERVE & SOAR:THE PLAYBOOK ON HOWTO SPILLTHETEA ON YOURCHAPTER’S PROGRAMIMPACTWKO7Align personal and chapter EAF giving with purpose—strengthening impact, advancingeducation, and creating a legacy of excellence through strategic generosity and sharedvision. This workshop will be presented by the Educational Advancement Foundationleaders.SOARINGTO GREATER HEIGHTS OFACADEMICACHIEVEMENT:SETTINGTHEFRAMEWORK FOR STRATEGICGIVINGAND LASTINGIMPACTWKO8For Members Only (FMO) Federal Credit Union is your dedicated financial partner—built to help members save smarter, bank confidently, and plan ahead for major sororitycommitments and more. This hands-on workshop provides clear, step-by-stepinstructions on how to open and manage savings and checking accounts, set up directdeposits and transfers, enroll sorority-related expenses. Attendees will leave empoweredwith the knowledge, confidence, and habits to strengthen their financial independencethrough FMO.YOUR FMO PLAYBOOK TO OPENINGACCOUNTS,MAXIMIZINGSERVICES &BUILDINGASTRATEGIC SAVINGS PLANWKO9WK10Mentorship is a cornerstone of leadership development and a vital component ofsustaining the legacy and excellence of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®.This interactive workshop will introduce participants to the newly developed mentoringguide, providing a structured framework for fostering meaningful and impactfulmentor-mentee relationships. Through real-world scenarios, guided discussions, andbest practices, attendees will gain actionable strategies for enhancing mentorship withinchapters and across regions. Whether mentoring emerging leaders, reactivatingmembers, or strengthening bonds among seasoned sorors, this session will equipparticipants with the tools to cultivate a culture of continuous learning and sisterlysupport. This workshop will be presented by the International Membership Committee.BUILDINGTHEFUTURE:EFFECTIVEMENTORSHIP FOR SUSTAINED SISTERHOOD
45WK12SOARINGIN ALPHAKAPPAALPHAPROTOCOL:STRENGTHENING OUR KNOWLEDGEAND UNDERSTANDINGOF PROTOCOLTHEAKAWAY!This basic protocol workshop presented by the International Protocol Committee offerscontinued emphasis on the key protocol practices that all members should know andpractice for Alpha Kappa Alpha meetings, activities, and events. Discussion topics willinclude:• Appropriate terminology and attire• General protocol committee responsibilities• General protocol responsibilities for chapter members• Order of rank• Proper use of the Alpha Kappa Alpha brandWK11This workshop equips undergraduates (UG) with essential tools for navigating UG life.Learn how to run effective meetings, dress for success, and understand the chain ofcommand. Gain confidence in leadership, etiquette, and sorority protocols to thrive inany chapter setting. This workshop will be presented by the Undergraduate ActivitiesCommittee.THEUGPINKPRINT:SHININGTHEWAYTO LEADERSHIP & SUCCESS\"Sisterhood Unlocked\" refers to the idea of fully embracing and experiencing the depthand potential of sisterhood. It means breaking down barriers and opening up to the truepower of supportive, unbreakable bonds among women. When sisterhood is unlocked,it’s like opening a treasure chest filled with endless support, love, trust, andempowerment. This concept emphasizes the freedom and strength that comes fromnurturing these relationships, allowing each sister to thrive individually while alsocontributing to the collective growth and resilience of the group. It signifies a statewhere the true essence of sisterhood is realized and celebrated, leading to a communitywhere every member feels valued and uplifted. This workshop will be presented by theInternational Sisterly Relations Committee.WK13SISTERHOOD UNLOCKED
46WK14Over the past four years, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® hasexperienced an extraordinary surge in visibility—from national spotlight moments tochapter-level digital excellence. Year Four calls for more than being seen; it calls forstrategy, purpose, and influence.The Power Shift: Turning Visibility Into Influence is a dynamic 90-minute workshopdesigned to help sorors master the art of transforming attention into meaningfulimpact. Through real examples, live demonstrations, and practical tools, participantswill learn how to:* Elevate chapter messaging from informational to influential* Leverage digital visibility to strengthen brand credibility* Craft narratives that move beyond likes to leadership* Build intentional influence rooted in the values, history, and prestige of AKAThis workshop bridges the past four years of growth with the future of brandstewardship, empowering sorors to lead, communicate, and represent the sororitywith clarity, confidence, and undeniable influence.Pretty is what they see. Powerful is what we do. Now let’s shift. This workshop will bepresented by the International Media Relations & Production Committee.THE POWER SHIFT:TURNINGVISIBILITYINTO INFLUENCE:AN ALPHAKAPPAALPHABRANDING& COMMUNICATIONSMASTERCLASSWK15In this interactive workshop, participants will master best practices for effectivechapter financial operations. Topics include roles and responsibilities of chapterfinancial officers, chapter financial procedures, and best practices for budgetdevelopment and review. Join us to learn the key questions you should ask as achapter shareholder. This workshop will be presented by the International FinanceCommittee.FINANCEESSENTIALS
47NAR01This workshop will help undergraduates learn what employers are looking for whenthey seek to fill open positions and common myths (and truths) related to majorsand careers. The workshop will also explore key factors in making the decision topursue an advanced degree or professional school.IVY CONNECTIONS:CONNECTINGMAJORSTO CAREERS ORGRADUATESCHOOLNAR02This workshop is designed for aspiring professionals who are passionate about a career insports. Hear from industry experts and sports executives who will share their insights,experiences, and advice on various career paths within the sports sector. This panel willprovide valuable knowledge and networking opportunities to help you navigate andsucceed in the dynamic world of sports.SPORTS CAREERWORKSHOP-PANELNAR03Why do I keep dating the same person? Why do I tolerate this behavior? Is myrelationship healthy for me? Romantic love can be beautiful—but it can also bepretty complicated. This workshop explores how our mental health and attachmentstyles shape who we love, how we love, and what we tolerate. From red flags weoverlook to the conflict patterns we repeat, we’ll unpack the psychology of attractionand connection. Whether you’re single, dating, or deep in a situationship, thissession helps you recognize what’s healthy, what’s harmful, and how to break yourown cycles.PRETTY COMPLICATED:MARRIAGE, DATING&MENTAL HEALTHNAR04This workshop is for undergraduate sorors to have honest discussions with sororhealthcare professionals about intimate topics like contraception, menstruationissues, sexually transmitted infections, relationship issues and mental health.Participants will receive vital and potentially life saving information in a safe andopen space.CUPCAKES & CONVERSATIONSNAR05This workshop will review updates on body weight and weight loss science andprovide strategies for achieving lasting weight loss, wellness and overall well-being.The workshop will focus on learning holistic skills and tools to set and achievepractical weight and wellness goals. The workshop will also include a briefdiscussion about the currently approved medications for weight loss.WEIGHTMANAGEMENTFOR SUSTAINABLEWEIGHTWELLNESS
NAR07Join Anwar White, relationship expert and founder of Get Your Guy Coaching, for apowerful one-hour workshop designed for accomplished women of Alpha Kappa AlphaSorority who are ready to build the lasting relationship they deserve. In this dynamicsession, you’ll discover: • Practical strategies for navigating modern dating with confidenceand clarity • Key insights into building authentic connections with quality partners • Howto release past patterns and develop an empowered dating mindset • Actionable steps toattract the committed relationship you’re seeking As featured in Essence and Rolling Stone,Anwar White specializes in helping successful Black and Brown women create meaningful,long-term relationships. Whether you’re re-entering the dating world or ready to level upyour love life, you’ll leave with practical tools and renewed confidence. Open to allrelationship statuses.PEARLS & POSSIBILITIES:DATINGSTRATEGIESFOR THESOPHISTICATEDWOMANNAR08Is your chapter's social media as impactful as your programming? In this dynamicworkshop, Social Media Managers and Ivy Leaf Reporters will learn how to transform theirdigital presence through strategic planning, substantive storytelling, and creative contentdesign.\"Pretty Is As Pretty Does\" goes beyond aesthetics to help you build a comprehensive socialmedia strategy that amplifies your chapter's work, celebrates your chapter sorors, andmakes compelling cases for community support. Through interactive breakouts focused onfive key content verticals—Chapter Programs, Soror Spotlights, Community Partnerships,History and Traditions, and Event Recaps—you'll gain practical frameworks and ready-touse resources that elevate your Instagram and Facebook presence.Leave with a personalized content calendar, platform-specific templates, and actionablestrategies you can implement immediately. Bring your laptop and program guide—you'll becreating while you're learning!PRETTYISAS PRETTY DOES:STRATEGIC SOCIALMEDIAFORMAXIMUMCHAPTER IMPACT48NAR06Join us for an informative workshop on estate planning, where we will delve into theimportance of preparing your estate to ensure your wishes are honored and your loved onesare protected. We will cover key considerations for creating a comprehensive estate plan,explore trusted options when uncertain about who to appoint, and discuss solutions forassisting those unable to plan for themselves. Additionally, we will address steps to take ifthe appointed estate executor fails to fulfill their duties. Don't miss this opportunity to gainvaluable insights and tools for effective estate planning.ESTATE PLANNINGAND ELDER LAWWORKSHOP:PROTECTINGYOUR FUTUREAND YOUR LOVED ONES
49NAR09An interactive, \"table top escape room\" health literacy session where participantspractice responding to emergencies such as strokes, heart attacks, including hands-onCPR and AED use as well as stress management for heart health.CODE PINK:EDUCATETO EMPOWERWORKSHOPNAR10Calling all Ivy Leaf Reporters, Communications, and Public relations committeemembers! Elevate your Canva skills in this advanced workshop designed to help youcreate polished, professional-quality graphics, presentations, flyers, and social mediacontent. Learn insider tips, tricks, and techniques to streamline your design process andproduce visually impactful communications. Participants are encouraged to bring theirlaptops to follow along and practice live.PRETTY, POLISHED, PROFESSIONAL:CANVAADVANCEDNAR11Join this workshop to learn essential strategies for financial success. This session focuseson \"polishing your pearls\" by transforming standard events into high-yield fundraisers.We'll cover proven techniques for maximizing scholarship support, securingsponsorships, effective donor stewardship, and designing signature events that propelyour foundation's mission forward. Walk away with the tools to ensure your visionachieves sustainable financial impact.POLISHINGTHE PEARLS:MASTERINGEVENT PLANNING& FOUNDATION FUNDRAISINGNAR12So many of us are board-ready, but haven’t clearly articulated the value we bring. In thisinteractive workshop, we’ll break down the essentials of a powerful Board Bio—one pagethat highlights your brand value, strategic experience, leadership wins, board andcommittee contributions, and the impact you’ve had (with metrics!). We’ll also uncoverand articulate your superpower—the unique value only you bring to the boardroom—andpractice saying it out loud. You’ll see real examples (including my own) and get guidedtime to draft, refine, and try out your board elevator pitch with others in the room. Comeready to learn, share, and leave more confident in your board voice.AREYOUBOARD READY?CRAFTINGYOURBOARD BIO & SUPERPOWER PITCH (THURSDAYWORKSHOP)
50NAR13Fashion Fair Cosmetics is honored to present a live, interactive demonstration led byone of Fashion Fair’s expert Makeup Artists, featuring Iconic Fashion Fair Face—oursignature 5-step system designed for easy, elegant, and authentic makeup application atevery stage of life. Whether enhancing natural beauty for daytime polish or elevating alook for an evening out, the focus will be on simplicity, confidence, and self-expression.ICONICBEAUTY,EVERY DAY:IALIVEFASHION FAIRMAKEUP EXPERIENCE