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ajli.org 1901: A Tradition of Breaking Tradition 1901 is the editorial platform of The Junior League. A place for our thoughts on the challenges of modern society, the innovative solutions being developed by the Junior Leagues, and the enlightened leaders in our ranks. DEIBFebruary is Black History Month View PostGender-Based ViolencePrioritizing Racial Healing for Human Trafficking Survivors View PostPhilanthropyPhilanthropic Impact on Organizations That Support Women and Girls View PostCivic Leadership WomenInterview with Dr. Julia Siebel, Vice President, CCS Fundraising; Ph.D. in US History and Gender Studies View PostView Post DEIB February is Black History Month February 21, 2023 In honor of Black History Month in the United States, we asked several Junior League members to share an example of Black history in the making. A big thank you… View Post View Post Gender-Based Violence Prioritizing Racial Healing for Human Trafficking Survivors January 17, 2023 Racial minorities are disproportionately affected by human trafficking Today is National Day of Racial Healing in the United States, where communities discuss racial healing, equity, and justice. The Association of… View Post View Post Philanthropy Philanthropic Impact on Organizations That Support Women and Girls December 20, 2022 Organizations supporting women and girls receive the least philanthropic support December is a big month for philanthropy. One third of annual giving takes place in December, and 12 percent of… View Post View Post DEIB Native American Heritage Month: A Conversation with Sarah Beccio November 15, 2022 In honor of Native American Heritage Month in the United States, Emma Briggs, AJLI Assistant Director, League Programs sat down virtually with Sarah Beccio, Member of the Junior League of… View Post View Post Gender-Based Violence October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the United States October 18, 2022 October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the United States. Domestic Violence Awareness Month evolved from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence’s Day of Unity” in October 1981 that… View Post View Post Children Honor Hispanic Heritage Month and International Literacy Day with The Junior League’s Book Recommendations September 20, 2022 We have a long way to go to close the literacy gap in the U.S. On September 8, 2022, The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) celebrated International… View Post View Post Women Celebrate Women’s Equality Day with an Intersectional Lens August 16, 2022 Since 1971, Women’s Equality Day has been celebrated in the United States on August 26. This day, set into motion by Representative Bella Abzug (D-NY), commemorates the 1920 adoption of… View Post View Post Gender-Based Violence Understanding and Fighting Human Trafficking on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons July 19, 2022 An estimated 24.9 million people of all ages and backgrounds are trafficked around the world. Human trafficking exists in every community across the globe. As such, it is critical that… View Post View Post Civic Leadership Introducing the AJLI LGBTQ+ Affinity Group June 21, 2022 AJLI is excited to announce the launch of the AJLI LGBTQ+ Affinity Group! This group serves as a space to have constructive dialogue and for Junior League Members to connect,… View Post View Post Civic Leadership Advocating for Maternal Mental Health May 17, 2022 The most common complication of pregnancy and childbirth are maternal mental health conditions, which affect 1 in 5 women and childbearing individuals during and in the first year after pregnancy.… View Post Posts navigation 1 2 3 … 48 Next Search for: Search Categories Children Civic Leadership DEIB Environment Gender-Based Violence Health Out of the Archives Philanthropy Poverty Projects That Inspire Women Subscribe Subscribe Follow Us About The Junior League Founded in 1901 by New Yorker and social activism pioneer Mary Harriman, The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. (AJLI) is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. 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