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“It’s the team! Incredible women in our membership and as many opportunities as you can handle for working with community stakeholders in Reading and beyond. Nothing happens without volunteers here, and the quality of our programming makes me proud to be a part of this.”

“I am amazed at the women I get to work alongside that I may not have crossed paths with had it not been for JLR. I believe in our mission and feel that this is a way to create lasting change and betterment for the community. I also am intentionally trying to model to my two sons the importance of community work, volunteerism and commitment.

The first ever Let’s Talk Period Event felt like a shift in the conversation, the work, the outcomes. It met a community need, JLR members showed up BIG and we were centering the young women as a priority.”

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“I joined JLR because I wanted to focus on something other than myself. I wanted to be a part of an organization doing good in the community. I stay in League because of the amazing women I’ve met, the skills I’ve learned along the way and the opportunities we have in the community.

My favorite JLR memory is still taking pictures at Young Women’s Summit. I got to capture some fun candid moments and was able to connect with one girl who hopes to become a photographer one day. She borrowed the camera and had a great time.”

“I grew up in Berks County and was part of many volunteer organizations, which helped me understand the amazing network of organizations that want to make a meaningful difference in the community and the people who need the help and support. I was fortunate enough to move around and see the world, and I decided to come back to a place that became apparent to be that is very special. I knew I wanted to continue to give back to the community in a meaningful way, and Junior League of Reading gave me the opportunity to do just that. If offered me a place to build relationships with like-minded women, use the skills I’ve acquired to help others, and most importantly continue to give back to the women and children in the community that raised me.”

“I joined JLR to connect with the community, meet strong like-minded women and to become a better leader.

I stayed in JLR because I found my people with League that have empowered me to step outside of my comfort zone and try new and challenging tasks. I’ve also had opportunities within League that have provided me skills that I would not have learned at my regular job.

Facilitating Young Women’s Summit was one of the most challenging and rewarding projects I’ve had the privilege of being part of!”

“I joined for community involvement and friendships, I stay in JLR for the same reasons I joined.

My favorite memories revolve around volunteering but specifically the Young Women’s Summits.”

“I love being part of an organization that empowers women to take on leadership roles and have an impact on our communities. Through my time with JLR I have learned skills that have helped me grow personally as well as professionally, and made lasting friendships with amazing and inspirational women!”

“I wanted to connect with other like minded women in the community. I stay because I am proud of our meaningful work. My favorite memory was the New Member mixer my new member year, it was epic!”

“I joined Junior League to be more connected to my community. I stay in Junior League to stay connected to my community, to learn new skills, and for the awesome group of women! My first Young Women’s Summit is my favorite memory.”

“I joined Junior League because it was a women’s leadership organization with the mission of youth empowerment and growing future women leaders. I stay because of the impact I see we are having on the community.

My favorite memories are at Young Women’s Summit and our other volunteer events.”