The Junior League of Austin (JLA) welcomes all women who value our mission and strive to make a difference in our community. We are deeply committed to creating inclusive environments where all individuals, organizations, and communities feel valued and respected.

Our DEIB Vision

The Junior League of Austin’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Committee is dedicated to celebrating the diverse experiences and unique identities of our members. We aim to foster a culture where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging while ensuring our future initiatives reflect our commitment to equity and inclusion. Guided by the League’s strategic plan, we actively work toward achieving our DEIB goals to enrich our League and the Austin community.

DEIB Committee

DEIB Committee members serve in dual placements, working to ensure that a DEIB lens is brought to the Admissions, Grants, Researchers, and Strategic Planning committees.  

DEIB Strategic Objectives

The JLA DEIB Committee has established the following strategic objectives to support and guide our work in cultivating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members:

• Diversity – Actively increase the representation of racial, ethnic, religious, LGBTQIA+, and socioeconomic diversity within our membership.
• Inclusion – Create an engaging, supportive environment where every member is warmly welcomed and experiences a sense of belonging.
• Belonging – Foster authentic connections and ensure all members feel valued as integral parts of the League’s mission.
• Education – Develop training programs, processes, and resources that address the diverse needs of our membership, in collaboration with other committees.
• Communication – Maintain transparency by sharing DEIB initiatives, actions, and results with our members and the Austin community.
• Accountability – Partner with League leadership to set, achieve, and recognize meaningful DEIB goals. Advocate for embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging into every aspect of our organization and serve as champions for these values beyond our League.

Additional Resources

• Learn more about The Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives by visiting AJLI’s website.