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Could this be the right opportunity for you? 📣

DCLI is accepting applications for a UGI Project Assistant. If you enjoy keeping projects on track, working with others, and contributing to programs that serve our community, we encourage you to apply.

Applications are due Friday, October 30, 2026.

View the position details and submit your application here:
🔗 www.dawsoncivicleadership.org/careers

Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share!

Just a reminder there will be no 3rd Thursday Women’s Leadership Session tomorrow morning.
We’ll return in November for our next session, and I look forward to connecting with everyone then!

Please note, there will be no 3rd Thursday Women’s Leadership Session this month.
We’ll return in November for our next session, and I look forward to connecting with everyone then!

This Friday! ❤️💙

Please join us in supporting the WSOY Community Food Drive and remember to credit your donation to Eisenhower or MacArthur High School. Together, we can help local families while supporting the schools our DCLI students attend!

This Friday is the WSOY Community Food Drive! ❤️💙

Help support local families while showing your support for Eisenhower High School and MacArthur High School. When donating food or funds, be sure to credit your contribution to EHS or MHS. The top five participating schools will receive cash prizes!

Students, families, alumni, and community members are all encouraged to participate. Every donation counts!

Learn more at WSOYFoodDrive.com.

I always enjoy joining Byers & Co. Thank you for the opportunity to talk about the importance of taking action, not just using words, when it comes to serving our community.
Listen here:

Juanita Morris - September 21, 2026 - Byers & Co. Interviews September 21, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about taking action over words in community service. Listen to the podcast now!

A quick reminder that our next 3rd Thursday Women’s Leadership Session is tomorrow morning!

I’m excited to welcome LaTonya Ricks James for an interactive workshop titled “Establishing Our Financial Legacy Blueprint.” We’ll explore the influences behind our financial decisions and begin creating a blueprint for shaping our financial legacy.

📅 Thursday, September 17
⏰ 7:00–8:00 a.m. CST
💻 Online via Zoom
🎟️ Free to attend

Register at juanitamorris.com/courses. I hope you’ll join us!

If you missed me on Byers & Co. this morning, take a listen! We talked about Dawson Civic Leadership Institute’s growing use of our building and farm, the WSOY Community Food Drive, and public art in our community. 🎙️

Dr. Juanita Morris - September 14, 2026 - Byers & Co. Interviews September 14, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about their expanded use of their building and farm for DCLI, the WSOY Community Food Drive, and public art. Listen to to the podcast now!

I’m excited to welcome LaTonya Ricks James as our guest speaker for September’s 3rd Thursday Women’s Leadership Session!

A proud Decatur native and MacArthur High School graduate, LaTonya brings more than 25 years of Human Resources leadership experience. She holds degrees from Illinois State University, Tennessee State University, and the University of Illinois.

During her interactive workshop, “Establishing Our Financial Legacy Blueprint,” we’ll explore personal finance, macroeconomic signals, and the behavioral drivers that influence our financial decisions. Together, we’ll begin creating a blueprint for actively shaping our financial legacy through informed decision-making.

📅 Thursday, September 17
⏰ 7:00–8:00 a.m. CST
💻 Online via Zoom
🎟️ Free to attend

Register at juanitamorris.com/courses. I hope you’ll join us!

I’d love to see you at the DCLI Open House on Thursday, September 10, from 5–7 PM! Come meet our team, ask questions, and learn about the programs and opportunities available.

Students, families, partners, and community members are all welcome. Join us at 3080 S. Business Route 51 in Decatur! 🖤💛

You’re invited to the DCLI Open House! 🖤💛

Join us for an evening of conversation and connection! Meet the DCLI team, learn about our programs and opportunities, and see how you can get involved.

Students, families, partners, and community members are all welcome!

📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 DCLI Office
3080 S. Business Route 51, Decatur

We look forward to welcoming you! Please share and help us spread the word.

A quick reminder that our next 3rd Thursday Women’s Leadership Session is tomorrow morning!

Guest speaker Libby Pasquariello of Lifestyle Empowerment, LLC will lead us through a hands-on mindfulness technique to help reduce stress and communicate with greater clarity and confidence.

📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 7:00–8:00 a.m. CST
💻 Online via Zoom
🎟️ Free to attend

Register at juanitamorris.com/courses. I hope you’ll join us!