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2021-2022 Placement
P l a c e m e n t 2021-2022
Allison Murray
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It’s hard to believe it, but it is time to begin considering what your selection will be for your 2021-2022 League placement! If this past League year has shown us anything, it is that we are adaptable to change. A lot of placements turned out to be quite different than members expected when signing up, but each and every one of you continued to show up and get the work done despite the challenges we faced.
The placement process gives members the opportunity to showcase existing skills and seek out chances to dive into something new. Be sure to give the Placement Handbook a thorough read to see the different opportunities the League has available to you. The handbook will be posted on the Digital Cheetah homepage under the Resources Tab very soon.
When considering various placements, really evaluate how much time you have and want to dedicate to the League. We offer a wide variety of time commitment options. Some placements take a little bit of time consistently over all the months of the League year while some options will take a lot of time within a concentrated window. Please include any information regarding life events or scheduling conflicts in the comments section when selecting your placement online. The more information you provide, the better equipped we are to match you with a placement that will be a great fit.
If you are having trouble finding the best fit for you, the “Planning your JLSB Career” document, also found under the Resources Tab under Placement Handbook and Information, can help. This can help you identify your skills and where they could best be put to use to benefit the League. It will also give you an idea of skills that can be developed in a particular placement if you are looking to branch out and really try something new.
Another great resource is the League member currently in a position you are considering. Don’t hesitate to reach out to the current committee or placement’s Council Vice President, Head Volunteer, or Chairman. Anyone will be happy to answer questions about her placement and provide more specific details that can help you decide if it is right for you.
The online placement process will be beginning soon. Be sure to watch your email for specific dates. During the process, you will be asked to select your top four choices. Please only rank placements that you are interested in and able to complete. We wish we could give every member her top choice, but we all know that it just not possible. If several members express desire for the same placement, the following criteria will be used when filling that position:
❏ Attended AJLI training specifically related to that placement ❏ Prior chairmanship ❏ Satisfactorily completing previous placements ❏ Years of service ❏ Meeting financial obligations on time ❏ Meeting attendance
If you have any questions about the placement process, reach out to your advisor, and always know that I am happy to help! Happy choosing!
For help with the placement process, please contact Allison Murray at aawalt@gmail.com. Please include “Placement” in the subject line for a more timely response.
F u n d r a i s e r BAGS, BOURBON, & BLING
Michelle Hansen
As the Designer Bag Bingo Committee began planning the Junior League of Shreveport-Bossier’s annual fundraising event, it quickly became clear that the restrictions and safety regulations put in place due to COVID-19 were going to pose a unique set of challenges. The Junior League still has a great partnership with the Horseshoe Casino, which was (and still is) willing to host us and give us unbelievable support. Almost a year into the pandemic, however, the number of reported cases of COVID-19 have not improved significantly, and many restrictions are still in place. Additionally, many people do not feel comfortable attending large in-person events. For those reasons, we feel this year that hosting Designer Bag Bingo is not in the best interest of Junior League of Shreveport-Bossier.
For the past several months, we’ve researched other options, including creating a virtual Designer Bag Bingo. We initially thought that our best and safest option would be to move the event online. We discovered, however, that the state of Louisiana does not allow an organization like ours to host online gambling, which includes bingo.
We are therefore creating a new event that draws inspiration from our Designer Bag Bingo event, which has always included gorgeous handbags and multi-level raffles. This new event will be called Bags, Bourbon, and Bling. It will be a five-night virtual raffle!
Bags, Bourbon, and Bling will take place via social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Top prizes will include: Louis Vuitton and Gucci Handbags, rare bourbons, and diamond jewelry from Sid Potts and Clarkes Jewelers. These prizes are included in our Bags, Bourbon, and Bling ticket category and the price of this ticket will be $50. We will draw one winner each night from this category. In addition, we will offer a lower priced ticket called a “Treat Yourself Raffle”! This ticket will include spa treatments, local art, restaurant vouchers, costume jewelry, and more. This ticket will be $15, and we will draw multiple winners from this raffle each night. Tickets are on sale through our website: jlsb.org.
Our committee is now in the process of securing highly sought after and unique raffle items for our ticket holders. If you are interested in donating a raffle item or support for this fundraiser, please contact Michelle Hansen. We appreciate your support!
Raffle tickets will be available for purchase in the JLSB office from 11:00 AM
to 1:00 PM and 4:00
PM to 6:00 PM on the following dates:
