The Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) offers many programs for Leagues and their members. These offerings include:

Organizational Development Institutes (ODIs)
A website, www.ajli.org, that provides up-to-date information on AJLI programs, copies of handouts from ODIs, and member networking opportunities via message boards and links to other Leagues' sites.

Printed materials like Networking News; program guides on Domestic Violence, Multicultural Awareness, and Leadership Training; and handbooks on organizational issues.

Technical assistance on League matters through the ServiceLine (1.800.LEAGU) and email (info@ajli.org).

As a benefit from AJLI, League members receive discounts on a variety of products and services, including insurance, hotels, and rental cars. We pay dues to AJLI each year to support their efforts on our behalf and to enable them to offer many exciting new programs in the future. For additional information on AJLI, scroll through the information below, or click on one of the shortcuts in the following list:
History of AJLI
Mission and Purpose
Headquarters Contact Information
AJLI Area II Information
Applying for Elected Positions with AJLI
AJLI Hotels & Rental Car Discounts

History and Purpose of the Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc.
In 1901, at the beginning of a new era for American women, the first Junior League was organized in New York City when a group of young women, headed by Mary Harriman (Mrs. Charles Carey Rumsey) and Nathalie Handerson (Mrs. Joseph Swan) realized what might be achieved if young women were encouraged to take more part in some form of active service to their own neighborhoods through the settlement houses and other organizations in existence at that time. The purpose of this organization is to foster interest among its members in the social, economical, educational, cultural and civic conditions of the community, and to make efficient their volunteer service. It represents a serious endeavor on the part of young women to become active and constructive participants in the communities in which they live, to be intelligent citizens, and to assume responsible leadership in meeting the problems inherent in a democracy. In addition to providing the member with channels of work, with training for volunteer service and in the techniques of leadership, the Junior League helps her to realize two vital concepts: 1) that she is not an onlooker, but is herself a part of the community 2) that the community, in turn, is not an isolated unit, but part of the nation and of the world. The New York experiment "took hold" and in 1907 a second League was started in Boston; in 1910, Brooklyn and Portland, Oregon formed Junior Leagues; and in 1912 Baltimore, Philadelphia and Chicago joined the ranks. In the Spring of 1913 the first national Junior League conference was held in New York and, this time, the Junior League of Cleveland was officially recognized. This was the beginning of the conferences which have taken place annually since 1917, with the exception of the war years of 1944 and 1945. Every year two delegates from each League meet to review and reaffirm their common purpose, to share and assess experiences, gain knowledge from experts for their various activities, determine Junior League policies and adopt necessary constitutional changes. For some years, Leagues continued as isolated units meeting to discuss their work, but with no central organization. In the spring of 1921 the Association of the Junior Leagues of America, Inc., was founded by the thirty Leagues then in existence; a president was elected, and a Board of Directors was appointed and instructed to draw up a constitution. The purpose of the Association is to unite the member Leagues and to promote their individual purposes by offering them leadership and assistance. It is an advisory, not a supervisory, organization. The Leagues are self-directing and are bound only by the provisions of the Association Bylaws and by such Policies and Procedures as they themselves may adopt in Association Annual Meetings for their own guidance. Because of the rapid growth of the Association, and to establish a closer contact between the sixty-three individual Leagues then in existence and the Association, the country was divided into regions in 1923, and the Regional Directors were elected to serve on the Association Board. New geographical divisions have been created from time to time and there are at present six areas, in each of which the Leagues elect every year a member to serve as their Area Director or their Director-at-Large. The geographic growth of the Association was reflected both in the need for larger headquarters and the demand for expanded services. Leagues soon recognized that in order to become effective in their communities they must form a partnership with professional community workers, and the cooperation between lay and professional persons and groups has long been one of the distinctive achievements of the Association and its member Leagues. In order to provide all Leagues with competent guidance, the Association began to develop its own professional staff, now headquartered at 660 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016-3241. The Junior League Magazine, which was first published in 1911 as the news sheet of the New York League, became the official publication of the Association in 1921, and also serves as a service to the individual Leagues. In 1975, the Junior League Magazine became a quarterly newspaper supplemented in each area by area council news sheets. The growth and development of the Association is indicated, too, by the increasing number of AJLI publications which are prepared by Staff specialists to provide useful and accurate information on League administration and programs. Occasionally, in addition to these services, the Association has demonstrated the possibilities of some particular program which interested Leagues might adapt for use in their own communities in the ever-widening areas of League activity. The common denominator of all Association demonstrations is the guidance given Leagues in developing their own local resources and in assuming initiative and leadership in local problems. The concept of the purpose and function of the Junior League has evolved and expanded gradually during the past eighty years and appropriately, this philosophical and physical growth, this increasing awareness of the responsibility of young women and of their potential for intelligent leadership, has paralleled the great changes in the political and economic status of women. Freedom demands self-discipline, "rights" imply obligations. The Junior League strives to maintain this essential balance, and to play a responsible and expanding part in many areas of community life. ( Up to top)

AJLI Mission and Purpose
Mission
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. ITS PURPOSE IS EXCLUSIVELY EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE. Reaching Out
The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. reaches out to women of all races, religions, and national origins who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism. The Vision
Through the power of our association, Junior Leagues strengthen communities by embracing diverse perspectives, building partnerships and inspiring shared solutions. AJLI Strategic Priorities
The Junior Leagues have identified three Strategic Priorities that direct the resources - people, time and money - of the Association. These priorities are: Leadership Development Organizational Development Collaborations, Networking and Partnerships ( Up to top)

THE ASSOCIATION OF JUNIOR LEAGUES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
132 West 31st Street
11th Floor
NEW YORK, NY 10001-3406 (212) 951-8300

Web site: http://www.ajli.org
Email: info@ajli.org
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT (2000-2001)
Deborah Brittain Junior League of Greater Princeton

VICE PRESIDENT (1999-2001)
Mary Hill Canavan Junior League of Boston

TREASURER (1999-2001)
Lynda K. Cook Junior League of Indianapolis

SECRETARY (2000-2002)
Christine Benero Junior League of Washington, DC

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AREA II OFFICE Association of Junior Leagues
132 West 31st Street
11th Floor
NEW YORK, NY 10001-3406 (212) 951-8300 Web site: http://www.ajli.org
Email: info@ajli.org
Area II DIRECTORS
Donne M. Malloy-Murray
Stephanie Wood SnellAREA II LEAGUESCANADA:
Hamilton-Burlington
Toronto PENNSYLVANIA:
Erie
Harrisburg
Lancaster
Lehigh Valley
Scranton
Washington
Wilkes-Barre

DELAWARE:
Philadelphia
Wilmington Pittsburgh
Reading

WASHINGTON D.C.:

MARYLAND:
York
Annapolis
Baltimore VIRGINIA:
Charlottesville

OHIO:
Hampton Roads
Akron
Lynchburg
Canton
Norfolk Beach
Cincinnati
Northern Virginia
Cleveland
Richmond
Columbus
Ro anok e
Dayton
Toledo

WEST VIRGINIA:
Youngstown
Charleston
Fairmont
Huntington
Parkersburg
Wheeling

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Applying for an elected position with AJLI

"My years on AJLI's Board of Directors have been defined by collaboration, learning and leading. As we look ahead to the Centennial and to the 21st Century, we have such an opportunity to create a vital future for all the Junior Leagues!" Member of the Board of Directors."Working with the other women on the Nominating Committee has given me such satisfaction. We are truly developing the potential of women as we help select the Association's leadership." Member of the Nominating Committee"It is exciting to see how, through the formation of External Policies, we can give power to the collective voice of nearly 200,000 Junior League members on community issues of shared concern." Member of the Resolutions CommitteeHave you ever considered applying for an elected position with AJLI? There are 296 Junior Leagues in the US, Canada, Great Britain, and Mexico whose members are volunteers like you - women who are dedicated and committed to making a difference in the community and in the world. Together the Junior Leagues own the Association and elect the women who represent all of us. The Association: Helps promote recognition for work we do to develop women's community leadership potential

Facilitates our shared Vision to "strengthen communities by embracing diverse perspectives, building partnerships, and inspiring shared solutions"

Adds value to all Junior Leagues by providing us with state-of-the-art services and resources.

Our Association is governed by an 18 member Board of Directors. We have a Nominating Committee that slates the candidates for all positions and a Resolutions Committee that helps us act collectively on external issues. We encourage you to consider service to your Association. The work is hard, and the benefits are many. The Association Nominating Committee is accepting applications for: Board of Directors

Nominating Committee*

Resolutions Committee*

Applications are available as of April 23 by calling 1.800.955.3248 (ask for the Department of Governance) or email adalton@ajli.org. Application Deadline is September 14th. * At Annual Conference 2001, the Junior Leagues will vote on proposals that could affect the eligibility for and composition of the 2002-2003 Nominating and Resolutions Committees. Please contact the AJLI Department of Governance after April 30, 2001 for the outcome of these proposals. (up to top)

AJLI DISCOUNTED Hotel Rooms and Car Rental

To reserve a Junior League room at selected hotels: AJLI has courtesy arrangements with the properties listed below. When calling, identify yourself as a Junior League member, and use the discount card from Alamo, Avis, or Hertz as identification (these discount cards can be obtained by calling 1-800-95-LEAGU).

Waldorf-Astoria Hotel The Junior League Guests Rooms at the Waldorf-Astoria have been a League tradition for 50 years. For special member rates call 1-800-925-3673

Nikko Hotels Members receive special rates at U.S. Nikko Hotels. For reservations call 1-800-544-4400 and ask for the Executive Reservations Service.

Ritz-Carlton Hotels Members receive special rates at domestic and international Ritz-Carlton Hotels. For reservation call 1-800-241-3333 and ask for the Executive Reservations Service.

List of participating Hotels by location:

Atlanta, GA:
Buckhead
Ritz-Carlton Hotel
3434 Peachtree Road
Atlanta, GA 30326
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Ritz-Carlton
181 Peachtree St. N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30303
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Hotel Nikko Atlanta
3300 Peachtree Road
Atlanta, GA 30305
Telephone: (800) 544-4400

Boston, MA:
Back Bay Hilton
40 Dalton Street
Boston, MA 02115
Telephone: (800) 874-0663

Boston Park Plaza Hotel
50 Park Plaza
Boston, Massachusetts 02117
Telephone: (800) 343-2900

The Colonnade
120 Huntington Avenue
Boston, Massachusetts 02116
Telephone: (800) 962-3030

Ritz-Carlton
15 Arlington Street
Boston, MA 02117
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Charleston, SC:
Omni Charleston Place
130 Market Street
Charleston, SC 29401
Telephone: (800) 722-4900

Chicago:
Omni Ambassador East
1301 North State Parkway
Chicago, Illinois 60610
Telephone: (800) THE-OMNI

The Tremont Hotel
100 East Chestnut Street
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Tremont: (800) 621-8133

Cleveland, OH:
Ritz-Carlton
1515 West 3rd Street
Cleveland, OH 44113
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Dana Point, CA:
Ritz-Carlton
33533 Ritz-Carlton Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Dallas, TX:
The Melrose
3015 Oak Lawn Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75219
Telephone: (800) STAY-ESP

Dearborn, MI:
Ritz-Carlton
Fairlane Plaza
300 Town Center Drive
Dearborn, MI 48156
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Houston, TX:
Ritz-Carlton
1919 Briar Oak Lane
Houston, TX 77027
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Kansas City, MO:
Ritz-Carlton
401 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64112
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Los Angeles, CA:
Ritz-Carlton
4375 Admiralty Way
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Mauna Lani, HI:
Ritz-Carlton
One North Kaniku Drive
Kohala Coast, HI 96743
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

McLean, VA:
Ritz-Carlton
1700 Tysons Blvd.
McLean, VA 22102
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Naples, FL:
Ritz Carlton
280 Vanderbilt Beach Road
Naples, FL 33963
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

New Orleans, LA:
Omni Royal Orleans
Royal & St. Louis Streets
New Orleans, LA 70140
Telephone:(800) THE OMNI

New York City, NY:
Waldorf-Astoria Hotel
Junior League Guest Rooms
Hilton Reservations Worldwide
301 Park Avenue
New York, New York 10022
Telephone (U.S. & Canada): (800) 333-5358

Palm Beach, FL:
Ritz-Carlton
100 South Ocean Blvd.
Manalapan, FL 33462
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Palm Springs, CA:
Ritz-Carlton
68-900 Frank Sinatra Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Pasadena, CA:
Ritz-Carlton
1401 S. Oak Knoll Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91106
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Philadelphia, PA:
Ritz-Carlton
17th and Chestnut at Liberty Place
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Phoenix, AZ:
Ritz-Carlton
2401 E. Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

San Francisco, CA:
The Clift
495 Geary
San Francisco, CA 94102
Telephone: (800) 652-5438

Ritz-Carlton
600 Stockton at California St.
San Francisco, CA 94108
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Seattle, WA:
Four Seasons Olympic Hotel
411 University Street
Seattle, WA 98101
Telephone: (206) 821-8106

St. Louis, MO:
Ritz-Carlton
100 Carondelet Plaza
St. Louis, MO 63105
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

Washington, D.C.:
Ritz-Carlton
2015 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Telephone: (800) 241-3333

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