Junior League of Albuquerque

CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF SERVICE

OUR MISSION
The Junior League of Albuquerque (JLA) 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. We envision a safe, healthy, and nurturing community for all.

Who We Are

Historical Highlights of the Junior League of Albuquerque
1934-40 | 1941-50 | 1951-60 | 1961-1970 | 1971-80 | 1981-90 | 1991-2000 | 2001-Present

1971-1980
Projects included:
Established KIDS (Kindergartens in Demand Statewide) to advocate for state laws creating statewide kindergartens
Collaborated with UNM to publish Handbook of Community Services
Conference on Albuquerque's Future

Funds provided to:
Learning Disabilities Project
Venereal Disease Education Workshop
Children's Section of Albuquerque Public Library
Senior Citizen ID Program
Geriatric Day Care Center Project
Child Care Training Seminar
Child Advocacy Coalition Project
Workplace Crime Seminar
Energy Resources Seminar
Restoration of Old Airport Building (now a National Register landmark)
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Project
Crime Stoppers in Albuquerque