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Founded in 1901 by Mary Harriman, the Junior Leagues are charitable nonprofit organizations of women, developed as civic leaders, creating demonstrable community impact.
 
Today, The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. is comprised of more than 155,000 women in 292 Junior Leagues throughout Canada, Mexico, the UK and the US. Collectively, we constitute one of the largest, most effective volunteer organizations in the world.
 
To learn more about The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. go to www.ajli.org
 
 
ANNA AEY (2010-2011 President) handing the gavel over to current President SUSAN STEWART

The Junior League of Youngstown


 is an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential
of women and improving communities through the effective action and  leadership of trained volunteers.  It's purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

 

The Junior League of Youngstown

 

1. Identifies community needs and appropriate responses.

 

2. Raises funds to meet those needs.

 

3. Recruits women committed to volunteerism and building a better community.

 

TRAINED TO SERVE

 

The Junior League of Youngstown educates and trains our members to provide
effective volunteer service, to research changing community needs, and to initiate
projects or services to meet those needs.

 

Membership includes opportunities for training for effective community leadership,
including public relations and marketing, finance, fundraising, advocacy,
community research, and personal development.

 

Once a project is in place, the League's goal is to transfer it into the leadership of
an appropriate community organization, or to create the leadership in the community
to continue to meet the need.
 
DEVELOPMENT OF LEADERSHIP SKILLS

  • The Junior League of Youngstown is a great place to receive training and skill development in organization, team building, group dynamics, leadership skills, computer skills, public speaking, community relations, training and facilitation, financial management, and cooperation.

  • Gain exposure to creative techniques in problem solving and administration as it relates to non-profit agencies.

VOLUNTEER TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

  • Acquire insight into community needs and strategies for solutions.

  • Take advantage of opportunities for hands on opportunities in the community.

DEVELOP FRIENDSHIPS/NETWORK

  • Take advantage of opportunities to interface with community leaders.

  • Enjoy networking and friendship with supportive, enthusiastic, and dedicated women.

  • Membership is transferable to any of the 290 Junior Leagues internationally.

The Junior League of Youngstown is a volunteer organization for women interested in
making a positive impact in their communities. We are part of The Association of
Junior Leagues International, which is made up of 290 Junior Leagues in four countries.
 
Members of the Junior League of Youngstown are accomplished collaborators who
build coalitions, identify community needs, and develop effective and responsive
programs to serve those needs.
 
The Junior League of Youngstown reaches out to women of all races, religions
and national origins who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism.
 
Each year, the Junior League of Youngstown raises money for key community
projects through fundraising events such as Spring Kentucky Derby Party,
Fall Fashion Show, cookbook sales, and more!
 
The Junior League of Youngstown empowers women through leadership
training and development to take action in their communities.
 
For more than 75 years, the Junior League of Youngstown has been involved in
programs that change lives. The Junior League of Youngstown offers women
an opportunity to make change happen. The Junior League of Youngstown is for
all women who want to make a difference.

Women building better communities ... that's the Junior League!
 
 The Junior League of Youngstown
201 E. Commerce St, Suite 320
Youngstown, OH 44503
Phone:  330-742-3200
www.jlyoungstown.org -- info@jlyoungstown.org
 
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