JSA has helped me become much more confident in all aspects of my life, and has led me to join things that I previously would have been way too scared to do.
Ellison A.NorCal JSA
Programs
No experience necessary. Passion required.
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JSA programs are designed to create unforgettable experiences and lifelong friendships.
Junior State of America is the starting point for lifelong engagement with the key issues that impact our lives at the local and national level.
What We Offer
Learn, engage, and act through a variety of unique programming all year long.
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Summer Experience
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Young Women’s Leadership Institute
An engaging, hands-on experience created to empower young women in their everyday lives. Students will hear directly from women leaders on a variety of topics.
Ruth Bader Ginsberg Addresses JSA
From 2020: Ruth Bader Ginsburg addresses the Junior State of America in Washington, D.C. at an event planned and moderated by our students.
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