Public Issues – Evelyn Dolby, Department Chairperson

The Public Affairs Department consists of the following programs:

• Florida Juniors Special Project ''One Voice For Children'' - Advocates for Children encourages members to participate in projects related to children under the age of eighteen.

·         Protect children from harmful situations

·         Encourage healthy lifestyles

·         Prevent substance abuse and youth suicide

Members participate in projects that address issues such as child abuse, car safety seats, and teens in foster care. In addition, Juniors' work with partner organizations that advocate on behalf of children.

• The Focus on Community Safety Program encourages members to take an active interest in home and vehicle safety, present safety information programs to members, and focus on supporting and encouraging communities.

• The Citizenship in Action Program works to educate members and others about the importance of active citizenship. Under this program, clubwomen create nonpartisan voter awareness, hold forums to discuss political issues, and teach the importance of voting and citizenship to young people. The Citizenship Program also embraces causes dedicated to supporting our troops and veterans. Clubwomen prepare care packages for soldiers overseas and hold fundraisers.

• Focus on preventing Domestic & Child Abuse.

• Give support to two Girls' Residence homes

• Assist with Project Graduation for Dwyer High School & Jupiter High School

• Support our Troops activities

• Garage Sale to raise funds for Domestic Violence Awareness

Public Affairs Department Activities