Core Values in Action
A sister celebrates another member’s success even though she is struggling herself.
What is sisterhood and support?
A member misses an event but communicates beforehand and follows up appropriately.
What is responsible communication?
New members are asked to complete uncomfortable tasks to “prove loyalty.”
What is hazing?
A member checks in on a sister who seems withdrawn and overwhelmed.
What is compassionate sisterhood?
A member recognizes a mistake and seeks guidance to correct it.
What is accountability?
A member admits she made a mistake and takes responsibility without blaming others.
What is integrity?
A sister keeps up with academics while staying involved in chapter activities.
What is balanced membership responsibility?
A sister ensures an intoxicated member gets home safely and stays with her.
What is member safety and bystander responsibility?
Two sisters disagree and address the issue through calm conversation.
What is healthy conflict resolution?
A sister is asked to meet with leadership after repeated policy concerns.
What is the standards process?
A sister volunteers at a philanthropy event even when attendance is optional.
What is service and commitment to values?
A member pays dues on time and reaches out early when financial concerns arise.
What is financial accountability?
Illegal substances are strictly prohibited under this policy.
What is the drug-free policy?
A member spreads gossip that damages trust within the chapter.
What is harmful sisterhood behavior?
During a standards meeting, the focus is education rather than punishment.
What is member development?
A member encourages a shy new sister to join conversations and feel included.
What is empowerment and belonging?
A sister represents Gamma Phi Beta positively in public and on social media.
What is positive representation?
An uninvited guest enters a registered event and no one addresses it.
What is a security risk?
A sister keeps private information confidential after being trusted with it.
What is trust and respect?
Possible outcomes may include education plans, reflection, or this.
What are corrective actions / sanctions?
A sister seeks leadership opportunities to grow personally and help the chapter succeed.
What is personal growth and leadership development?
A member repeatedly avoids required commitments without explanation.
What is failing to meet membership expectations?
A sister witnesses questionable new member activities or initiated and reports it to leadership.
What is bystander responsibility and protecting the chapter?
Members intentionally exclude a quieter sister from group activities.
What is behavior that undermines inclusion?
Details from a standards meeting remain private to protect everyone involved.
What is confidentiality and trust?