The Junior League of Jackson MS

The Junior League of Jackson (jlj) organized and ran approximately 30 community projects and initiatives in The Jackson area, contributing over 55,000 volunteer hours in furthurance of our mission. The projects strive to improve The high school graduation rate in The Jackson area and focus on The impact areas of early literacy, children's health, and social development.jlj also hosted a community farmer's market, which provided free produce to The west Jackson community. This event offered family friendly activities like a jump rope competition, smoothie making station, cooking demonstration, and financial literacy training. The project focused on education around health and wellness and improving food insecurity.trainings offered by jlj for members included opportunites to learn about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as personal and professional development. Community trainings included opportunities like The "she's on board" series in partnership with The women's foundation of Mississippi, which provides nonprofit board training to The community at large.jlj focused heavily on creating a new strategic plan this year. Information was gathered from members, community partners, and corporate sponsors to aid in The development of The plan. This new plan will ensure future growth and clear focus for The organization for The next three to five years.