Junior League of Northern Virginia

Today, we encourage you to celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth by watching at least one video from UNLADYLIKE2020, a series of short films and a one-hour documentary profiling diverse & little-known American women from the turn of the 20th century. unladylike2020.com #jlnv

Today is International Women’s Day and this year’s #IWD2023 campaign theme is #EmbraceEquity. Check out the International Women’s Day website to get resources, watch videos, and learn more about their social media campaign. internationalwomensday.com/Theme #jlnv

This #WomensHistoryMonth, we honor the thousands of #JuniorLeague women who paved the way forward. Hop onto womenshistorymonth.gov to access resources & exhibits or learn more about #InternationalWomensDay (3/8): internationalwomensday.com #ItStartsWithAWoman #jlnv

Closing out Black History Month, we were pleased to highlight many of the amazing Black women who have led and continue to lead The Association of Junior Leagues International into the future. Finally, we honor AJLI’s first Black President, Deborah Brittain. #jlnv

In 2022 in honor of #BlackHistoryMonth in the US & Canada, #JuniorLeague leaders shared key insights. These women are true trailblazers, having served as the first Black President of their Junior League. 1901.ajli.org/tag/black-hist… #ItStartsWithAWoman #JuniorLeague #jlnv

Galentine’s Day is right around the corner so grab your besties and to do something fun! So why not join us for Purse Bingo? Head over to the JLNV website and grab your tickets. We look forward to seeing you there! jlnv.org/galentines-day…

As we close out National Slavery & #HumanTrafficking Prevention Month, we thank those who work on the frontline to end human trafficking – from activists to survivor advocates to medical personnel. We appreciate the incredible work you do! humantraffickinghotline.org #NSHTPM2023

#HumanTrafficking is happening in our community. In most cases, victims know their trafficker & are held captive not by physical means but by threats, lies & manipulation.Learn about the myths, facts & statis of human trafficking in the US: polarisproject.org/myths-facts-an… #NSHTPM2023

#HumanTrafficking can impact anyone. Junior Leagues are engaged in combating human trafficking in their communities year-round. As Polaris reminds us, it's not only about seeing the signs, but knowing the person’s story, is key. polarisproject.org/recognizing-hu… #jlnv

Prevention Month in the US. To fight #humantrafficking in our communities, we must work together. Learn more about recognizing the signs from the National Human Trafficking Hotline: humantraffickinghotline.org/human-traffick… #NSHTPM2023 #NSHTP #HumanTrafficking #ItStartsWithAWoman #jlnv

At the JLNV there is room for every woman to thrive. We're empowering the next great civic leaders, and we’re already making a powerful impact by leading change in our community. It starts with each one of us. jlnv.org #ItStartsWithAWoman #JuniorLeague #jlnv

The Junior League of Northern Virginia is doing good things in the community. Read our Community Impact Report to see how we are working to improve our community. members.jlnv.org/ama/orig/opera…

Thank you to the Fairfax County Times for highlighting the JLNV Cookbook. If you or a loved one need some new recipe ideas you should check it out! Get yours: jlnv.org/cookbook/ 👩🏻‍🍳bit.ly/3FDybIQ

What a year it’s been! As we reflect on 2022, we are reminded that living the value of service empowers each one of us to step forward to be a catalyst for lasting community change. Our #JuniorLeague is focuses on Women Helping Women. #ItStartsWithAWoman #jlnv

Learn more about becoming a member of the Junior League of Northern Virginia! We’ll discuss new member requirements, what being a League member looks like, and next steps. Our December 10 event will be at 10 a.m. and be virtual. RSVP members.jlnv.org/?nd=vms_public…

Need ideas for holiday recipes? Let the Junior League of Northern Virginia help you. jlnv.org/cookbook/

“Honoring the sacrifices many have made for our country in the name of freedom and democracy is the very foundation of Veterans Day.” — Charles B. Rangel, former U.S. Representative

You’ve heard about #BlackFriday and #CyberMonday, but what about #GivingTuesday?The Junior League of Northern Virginia is participating in this International Day of Giving. Learn more about us jlnv.org/giving-tuesday… Stay up to date by following us #JLNV #JLGives #JuniorLeague

NCADV states, “on a typical day, there are more than 20,000 phone calls placed to domestic violence hotlines nationwide”. In the US the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides local resources, call/chat/text thehotline.org/get-help/ #ItStartsWithAWoman #jlnv

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was passed in 1994 as the first US federal legislation acknowledging domestic violence & sexual assault as crimes. Learn more here: nnedv.org/content/violen…