Junior League of San Diego offers training program for nonprofit board service

The Junior League of San Diego, a local chapter of an international organization of women that promotes volunteerism, is hosting the 2025 JLSD Board Academy on Saturday, Jan. 25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will be held at Junior League of San Diego House, 210 Maple St.

This all-day certification program is designed for individuals interested in serving on nonprofit boards.

Key topics include:

• Encouraging and educating women to pursue nonprofit board roles
• Understanding the responsibilities and financial duties of board membership
• Highlighting the impact of board service on community bettermentAmong the speakers:

• • Valerie Attisha – Vice President, Client and Community Relations, PNC
  • AJ Galka-Gonyeau – Representative, Junior League of San Diego
  • Jen Harris Edstrom – Principal Consultant, Edstrom Community Consulting
  • Javier Guerrero – President/CEO, Coastal Roots Farm
• Attendees of all ages in the community who are interested in volunteer opportunities or improving their leadership skills.

Joining a nonprofit board is a way to give back to the community, develop leadership skills and expand professional networks.

Tickets for the 2025 JLSD Board Academy are $75. To register, click HERE.

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