By: Megan Lilly, Vice Chair of Blogs   Imagine being told your voice matters and having people actually listen. That idea sits at the center of the partnership between the Junior League of Washington (JLW) and Planet Word, and it was the thread running through a recent conversation on the League of Extraordinary Women podcast […]

By: Ljubitca Fadic The Junior League of Washington remains committed to fostering a community where members feel seen, valued, and included. As part of this commitment, we aim to celebrate the rich diversity within our League community by helping members better understand each other’s unique backgrounds. Amna Choudry, 2024-2025 Publications Chair, shares insights into the […]

By: Lacy Nelson   As the year came to a close, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) came together with a shared goal: to help make the holiday season a little brighter for children across the Washington, D.C. area. Each year, JLW’s Bright Beginnings Committee partners with Bright Beginnings, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families […]

Author: LaKisha Brown Honoring the women whose service to our nation continues through service to our community. Each Veterans Day, we honor the generations of service members who have worn our nation’s uniform. Among the most powerful chapters in that story is the moment on June 12, 1948, when President Harry Truman signed the Women’s […]

Foreword: Why JLW Blog Series As part of our Why JLW series, we highlight the journeys of members who found connection, growth, and purpose within the Junior League of Washington (JLW). Every journey to the League is different, but the heart behind each one is the same: a desire to leave the world better than […]

By:Dr. Amna Choudry Edited by: Sarah Valerio When Tara L. Wells was sworn in as a Commissioner on the Annapolis Education Commission on April 8, 2025, it marked more than just a personal milestone—it was a testament to her lifelong dedication to education, equity, and service. Nominated by the Mayor of Annapolis and approved by […]

By: Ljubitca Fadic Quijano Easter is widely celebrated across various Christian denominations, while the observance of Lent—a solemn 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving—is more commonly celebrated among traditions that include the Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Lutheran, Methodist, Presbyterian, and Anglican denominations.  For Junior League of Washington (JLW) member Mia Villamayor (JLW ’24), a young […]

By: Amna Choudry With the arrival of spring, millions worldwide celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year, a tradition rich in history, symbolism, and cultural significance. We had the pleasure of speaking with Sanam Toossi, a member of JLW, to learn more about how she and her family honor this vibrant holiday. The History and Significance […]

By: Ljubica Basica Edited by: Megan Lilly and Amna Choudry A core tenant of Junior League of Washington’s (JLW) mission is to advance women’s leadership through trainings and to provide opportunities for community involvement. Members are equipped to succeed as community volunteers by gaining knowledge about the communities they serve, developing volunteer management skills, and […]

By: Samantha Cabbell Edited by: Sara V. Discussion on the allocation of JLW dues by the finance panel, Lauren Dudley, JLW Treasurer and Mary Margaret Hart, Nominating Chair   The Winter General Membership Meeting (GMM) took place on Wednesday, January 29 at the Miracle Theater with dozens of members in attendance from 7 to 8:30 […]