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Life Through Another Lens: Blythe Brock
“Life Through Another Lens” features stories of NYJL members, in their own words, to shed light on how we experience the world and the NYJL through different lenses informed by our individual identities. In this edition, NYJL member Blythe Brock offers insights into her favorite League memories, experiences as a mentor, and her journey as […]
A Conversation with Incoming New York Junior League President Jeri Powell
On July 1, 2024, Jeri Powell will take office as President of the New York Junior League (NYJL). Ahead of this special occasion, she kindly shared her reflections on her time with the League and what this next chapter holds. What inspired you to apply for the role of President? The NYJL’s practice of […]
May 2024 Letter to Sustainers
Dear Volunteers, Another NYJL year is winding down! There is still an opportunity to bid farewell to the volunteer year. Join us as we step inside the Palm Royale at Bon Voyage on Thursday, June 6, at 6:30 p.m. at The Astor House. See and be seen amidst the pink and green of Palm Beach’s most […]
NYJL’s Done In A Day Committee Continues Longstanding Relationship with Urban Outreach Center of NYC
By Molly Houston-DiSalvo, DIAD committee member This Spring on the Upper East Side, NYJL’s Done in a Day Committee coordinated a visit to the Urban Outreach Center with six Junior League volunteers. Alongside UOC staff and volunteers from other organizations, we helped ensure a smooth, successful, and fun food-pantry shift. Each volunteer gave out a […]
State Advocacy Day 2024 Recap
On April 15, the Advocates for Public Policy Committee headed to the New York State Capitol in Albany for its annual Advocacy Day to advocate for issues affecting women, children, families and the League’s community partners. The Committee held nearly 30 meetings with Senators, Assembly Members, and their staff to advocate for five bills within […]