How We "Build A Better Midland"

At The Junior League of Midland, Inc. we strive to build a better Midland. In fact, our vision statement is "Hand in Hand, We Build a Better Midland." However, what does it mean to “Build a Better Midland”? How do we make a difference in our community?

We "Build a Better Midland" by promoting volunteerism through community partnerships and projects. In addition to promoting volunteerism, we develop the potential of women and work together to improve our community. From our original start with projects like story telling at the library and assisting the Children's Theatre, our program has grown and involves current projects like Face the Race and Scholarship Clearinghouse. We join together with community partners and initiate change, growth, and improvement in our community.

For example, consider our Suits With Skills project. We partner with Safe Place of the Permian Basin and Buckner Children and Family Services to provide a 12-week session program. During this program, women who are survivors of domestic abuse, learn how to effectively obtain a job. Specifically, each woman learns how to build a résumé, learn interview skills, exhibit a professional appearance and communicate effectively in the workplace. Upon completion, these women are well-equipped to obtain a job. This job gives a woman an opportunity to give her family a life that may not have been available otherwise. But to most of these women, a job means more than being able to provide financially. It gives them a sense of confidence, determination, purpose and motivation. Suits With Skills is all about educating and empowering women in a way they may have never before experienced. At The Junior League of Midland, Inc., we are passionate about helping these women break free from repression to lead self-sufficient and healthy lives.

Of course, Suits With Skills is just one of the many projects we are involved with to Build a Better Midland; but it is a prime example of the educational and charitable purpose of The Junior League of Midland, Inc. We strive to improve our community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. We encourage and appreciate your support as "Hand in Hand, We Build A Better Midland."