With your consent, the Upsilon Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® (UKO Chapter) would like to send text (SMS) messages to the mobile number you have provided in our records.

By providing your informed consent where indicated, you acknowledge that you have understood the information below and agree to participate in our text (SMS) messaging service.

Purpose and Description

The UKO Chapter's text (SMS) messaging service is designed to provide you with helpful information, reminders, and notifications via text messages sent to your mobile phone. We may use text (SMS) messages to communicate with you for a variety of purposes, including:

• Announcements and reminders of upcoming chapter events
• Membership renewal notices
• Surveys and polls
• Volunteer opportunities and service projects
• Emergency updates and notifications

The service will be managed by the UKO Chapter's Technology Committee to ensure accurate and timely communication.

Voluntary Participation

Participation in our text (SMS) messaging service is entirely voluntary. You have the right to refuse or withdraw your consent at any time by following the opt-out instructions included in each text message or contacting the UKO Chapter’s Technology Committee.

Benefits and Risks

Benefits:
The text (SMS) messaging service aims to keep you informed about the UKO Chapter by providing an additional method of convenient and timely communication.

Risks:
While every effort will be made to protect the security and confidentiality of information transmitted through text (SMS) messages, there are inherent risks associated with all electronic communication. These risks include unauthorized access, loss of privacy, and potential breach of sensitive information. Text (SMS) messages may not be entirely secure and could be intercepted or accessed by unintended recipients.

Potential Costs

Participation in the text (SMS) messaging service may involve standard text messaging charges applied by your mobile service provider. Please consult your mobile service provider regarding any applicable fees or charges.

For more information or to withdraw your consent, please contact the UKO Chapter's Technology Committee:

• Soror Melina Moore, Committee Chairman, at melmoore1908@gmail.com
• Soror Andrea Jackson, Committee Co-Chairman, at akamotherofpirl2@gmail.com