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The NYJL and Sexual Assault Awareness Month
With April here, we can finally celebrate spring. It is also a month to celebrate how the New York Junior League works to raise awareness of sexual assault and domestic violence against both men and women. In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, NYJL Crisis Intervention volunteer Kelsey Bishop has shared a firsthand account of […]
CHEF ‘On-the-Go’ Kits make a long-Lasting impact
New York Junior League’s (NYJL) Cooking and Health Education for Families (CHEF) committee celebrated National Nutrition Month by presenting new ‘On-the-Go Kits’ to community partners. The kits, which include everything from a blender and toaster oven to utensils and a cutting board, make it possible for CHEF to offer cooking workshops at locations without kitchens. […]
Forum for Nonprofit’s spring 2015 conference
Fundraising is a key element to the success of any nonprofit’s ability to execute their mission. As the generation gap increases and technology changes, nonprofits are seeing a shift in the way donors give, and nonprofits must adapt to keep up with changing times. NYJL’s Forum for Nonprofits is hosting their 13th annual conference, Generational […]
NYJL’s Advocates for Public Policy Committee’s Efforts Contribute to a Historic Victory for Women, Children and Families
On Monday, March 16, 2015, the New York State Assembly unanimously passed the Trafficking Victims Protection and Justice Act (TVPJA). This legislative victory marks a continued effort to end trafficking in New York – the country’s fourth largest trafficking hub. The New York State Public Affairs Committee of the Junior Leagues (NYSPAC), has supported the […]
Words of Wisdom part 2: Quotes from NYJL volunteers
Following up on the first part of our Words of Wisdom series, here’s a look at some empowering words from fellow volunteers of the New York Junior League (past and present)! “A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong it is until it’s in hot water.” —Eleanor Roosevelt, Former First Lady […]