International Girls Day by Kappa Delta is specially commemorated on November 14 to encourage all kinds of interests that girls have, and to inspire girls to follow their dreams. International Girls Day is an initiative that was undertaken by the first sorority in Virginia, Kappa Delta.
International Girls Day has continued in its efforts to foster confidence in girls and young women. Members of the sorority in its different chapters celebrate International Girls Day with pomp and vigor every year. On this note we would like to help girls from around the word live a better life with help of education and to learn more about scholarships from around the globe visit Scholaroo.
International Girls Day came into existence in 1897. More than a Century ago. The intent behind the creation of International Girls Day is to remind girls not to get bogged down by societal norms, but rather to be unapologetically themselves.
Through the initiative, K.D. aims to build the confidence in young women to excel in whichever field they prefer, helping them realize their potential through various guidance programs which is why we should celebrate International Girls Day.
International Girls Day is quite a progressive initiative, coming from a time when women weren’t allowed to be radical. Four college students Sara Turner White, Julia Tyler Gardiner Wilson, Lenora Ashmore Blackiston, and Mary Sommerville Sparks Hendrick started the sorority.
Millions of women have joined since then, and have been contributing to its efforts as mentors and volunteers. Two of K.D.’s major philanthropies include Prevent Child Abuse America and Girls Scouts of the U.S.A. Every year, the sorority hosts various programs, from educational events to miscellaneous activities, to promote its initiatives.
The community at Kappa Delta is inclusive as it welcomes young women from across the Nation irrespective of their races or ethnicities. The sorority believes in diversity and actively endorses it without any qualms.
Be it personal growth or professional, K.D. leaves no stone unturned when it comes to taking care of its community. The bond of sisterhood and friendship formed at K.D. is believed to be lifelong, and its members strive to stick together through thick and thin.
International Girls Day Activities
- On International Girls Day, do something out-of-the-box like going for a hike, joining a new club, hosting a dinner for your girlfriends, or learning karate. Do something you haven’t done before!
- Come together with girls from your class or neighborhood and share common gender-related issues. Lend a sympathetic ear and encourage girls to voice their opinions.
- Take the opportunity today to reach out to underprivileged girls and listen to their difficulties, and if possible, donate to their well-being.
Facts You Didn’t Know About Kappa Delta
- Kappa Delta is Farmville, Virginia’s first sorority of four, including Alpha Sigma Alpha, Sigma Sigma, and Zeta Tau Alpha.
- Kappa Delta’s mascot is a Teddy Bear.
- Kappa Delta has been hosting awareness events and fundraisers in support of child abuse prevention since 1984.
- The sorority has its own official jewels, which are diamond, emerald, and pearl.
- Kappa Delta’s official flower is the white Rose.
Why People Love International Girls Day
International Girls Day at Kappa Delta is all about accepting your flaws and loving yourself for who you are.
Kappa Delta’s sisterhood offers young girls a strong support system and inspiration to chase their dreams and International Girls Day celebrates this sisterhood.
The sorority brings girls from different communities and ethnicities together and they not only learn to embrace diversity but also get to know different traditions and interests.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
