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Since 1971, the State Public Affairs Committee of the Junior Leagues of California has
represented the interests of its member leagues and the groups or issue
areas addressed by their projects to policy makers at the state
and local levels.
The collective voice of this non-partisan group represents over 12,000 women in 16 communities across the state. Advocacy efforts are limited to those issue areas that pertain to member projects and focus areas.
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California SPAC Facts: |
"Our League was organized as a means of expressing the feeling of social responsibility for the conditions which surround us. We have the responsibility and the opportunity to conscientiously act to affect our environment."
These words of Junior League founder Mary Harriman, spoken in 1912, still accurately reflect the intent of the 35 State Public Affairs Committees and the 283 member leagues of the Association of Junior Leagues International.
Members research bills that affect Junior League project areas, then present them to SPAC for a vote to support or oppose.
Members of SPAC: |
Education Sub-Committee
SPAC is committed to ensuring that all children and young adults receive educational opportunities that are developmentally appropriate, increase achievement and lead to workplace marketability.
Family Support Sub-Committee
SPAC is committed to advocating for programs and policies that promote the physical and emotional well-being of families.
"Making Ends Meet: How Much Does It Cost to Raise a FamilyIn California?" (California Budget Project Report - October 2003)
Health Sub-Committee
SPAC is committed to advocating for better access to quality health care and prevention programs that will improve the mental and physical health of our community members.
Violence Sub-Committee
SPAC is committed to addressing the impact of violence on our community members through prevention, intervention and education.
(Updated 5-4-05)
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