For the women of the Junior League of Montgomery, leadership is about more than a title. It is about using their time, talents and voices to strengthen the community while carrying forward a 100-year legacy of service. Balancing careers, families and other leadership roles, these women continue to create meaningful impact throughout the River Region.
“Nothing meaningful happens in silos.”
WHAT MAKES THE WOMEN OF THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF MONTGOMERY WORTH CELEBRATING?
They share a unique passion and purpose: to contribute to the lives and well-being of the citizens of Montgomery and the River Region. They don’t do it for individual recognition or accomplishment, but because they want to continue the legacy of the 100-year organization’s promise to advance women’s leadership through meaningful community impact.
HOW DO THE WOMEN ON YOUR TEAM SUPPORT, ENCOURAGE OR LEARN FROM ONE ANOTHER?
By being willing to step up when there’s a need, no matter what it is. I can’t tell you how many times a vacancy has been filled, a resource provided or just a call of support or encouragement has been made from one of the leaders in our League. It’s not just a group of women checking a box or fulfilling one task, it’s a community.
WHAT HAVE THE WOMEN ON YOUR TEAM TAUGHT YOU ABOUT LEADERSHIP, COLLABORATION OR SUCCESS?
The women of this organization have taught me that nothing meaningful happens in silos. Each woman brings different strengths, experiences and responsibilities to the work. When we lead with good intentions, extend grace to one another and make room for every voice, we can accomplish more together than any of us could alone. That’s the spirit of Every Woman. All Things.
Pictured: Amerika Blair, President; Ashley Spencer-Baker, President-Elect; Emily Short, Recording Secretary; Darlene Hill, Nominating Chair; Melissa Moore, I.D.E.A.S Chair; Jacqueline McKinney, Community Council VP; Pratt Austin-Trucks, Governance Chair; Ruby Jernigan, Social Media Chair; Kalandra Haynes, Education & Training Chair; Kandace Robinson, Education & Training Committee; LaTricia Jones, Member-at-Large; Angela Washington, Provisional Chair; Yolanda Poole, Holiday Market Co-Chair; Krishula Edwards, VP Membership.
