JCI 2020 Annual Report by Junior Chamber International

ANNUAL REPORT 2020

2020 JCI Annual Report

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Contents About JCI World Headquarters 4

Message from 2020 JCI President Itai Manyere

Mission, Vision and Values

Q&A with 2020 JCI President Itai Manyere

Who We Are

JCI Around the World

Board of Directors

Events and Global Work 14

Kanazawa Conference

National Presidents Meetings

Area Conferences

World Congress

JCI Academy

Global Initiatives 26

Member Project Showcase

Tougher than Cancer

Financial Reports 30

2020 Financial Results

JCI Foundation JCI Senate

Partnerships 32

JCI Partners

Global Partnerships

Closing Remarks

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I ntroduction Message from the 2020 JCI President Itai Manyere To all my JCI family and friends, thank you

that worldwide we engaged in innumerable

for all your indispensable support, effort

grassroots level projects that have supported

and growth as we RISE to meet challenges

local economies, revitalized businesses and

like never before. At the beginning of 2020,

supported mental health.

I aimed to “Bridge the Gap.” I firmly believe that as young people, we are responsible to shape the future we want, and that it is up to us to take advantage of the opportunities presented. We must turn the fortunes of present-day society around to deliver a sustainable tomorrow for future generations to enjoy.

In a time that could have been so isolating, JCI brought people together. Many people from around the world lost their jobs and livelihoods in nearly an instant. Everyone was experiencing a myriad of emotions from fear, to anxiety and helplessness. At JCI, we remind young entrepreneurs that the wellbeing for others and for themselves

As the year continued, we were all met with

rests in their capable hands. Despite

the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic,

the pandemic, our members provided

and it quickly became clear that “Bridge the

the classes, resources, connections

Gap” needed to be more than a slogan ― it

and tools for young people to rise above

was a challenge JCI needed to overcome

their circumstances. We realize that

to support economies, governments and

in unprecedented times, we must find

JCI members around the world. With this

unprecedented means to grow and work

in mind, JCI launched the RISE initiative,

together.

recognizing that our global community was in dire need of exceptional young leaders and entrepreneurs to step up and rise to the occasion. With much pride, I can say

We finished 2020 stronger and better prepared for the future than ever before. The world needs innovative, driven leaders and we provided them. And yet, despite

DEVELOPING LEADERS

FOR A CHANGING WORLD

all of the wonderful projects and efforts made, we must continue to strive for the betterment of ourselves and the people around us. It has been a deep honor to be your 2020 JCI President. I look forward, as your Immediate Past President, to witnessing our organization grow and continue to provide real solutions to any and all challenges that arise. Rebuild. Invest. Sustain. Evolve. My best wishes. Sincerely,

Itai Manyere 2020 JCI President

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Mission To provide development opportunities that empower young people to create positive change.

Vision To be the leading network of young active citizens.

Creed We believe… That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life; That the brotherhood of man transcends the sovereignty of nations;

A Year of Unique Challenges JCI stands out as a global organization that provides

That economic justice can best be won

endless opportunities for development among young

by free men through free enterprise;

leaders. 2020 JCI President Itai Manyere championed

Government should be of laws rather

President Itai began 2020 with a new initiative “Tougher

than of men;

Than Cancer”, to highlight the causes of cancer-related

Earth’s great treasure lies in human personality; Service to humanity is the best work of life.

his year to lead with the theme “Bridge the Gap.”

illness and importance of early detection and prevention in a health issue that transcends the world. However, with the unexpected onset of COVID-19, President Itai understood the importance of this immediate global crisis and efficiently guided JCI members to shift their focus and energies on the new JCI RISE initiative.

How We Do It We strive to be the foremost global network of enterprising young leaders who are at the same time global entrepreneurs, global networkers, global communicators and global changemakers. JCI strives to develop an international network of young professionals who will be leaders in business and entrepreneurship, take charge in matters of international cooperation and support their local economies. We push our members towards constant individual growth so that when leaders are needed, JCI members are there to guide the world forward into a constantly changing future and boost long-term economic and societal growth.

Typically the JCI President travels the world, meeting with JCI members in-person at many events. How was your experience different from the norm, and what lessons do you think future presidents should take from you as JCI’s first “digital” president?

Well, the most obvious difference, as you’ve said,

in mind, I would have to say my piece of advice

is that I was quite suddenly no longer able to meet

to future presidents is to always be proactive.

JCI members face to face. With the lockdowns,

It is important that we don’t wait for things to

there was a unique pressure put on me as the

miraculously fix themselves. And in a time that put

president, but I knew how deeply important it was

many people’s lives and dreams on hold, I quickly

that I lead by example and that I make a point to

learned the value of taking immediate, confident

reach out to those who were isolated. With that

action.

In 2020, COVID-19 took the world by surprise. In response, you helped create the JCI RISE initiative. With this initiative, you put the focus on member-driven solutions to address economic challenges arising from the pandemic. How has shifting the focus to member-driven actions instead of top-down campaigns improved the way JCI develops leaders for a changing world?

By doing so, we can create an atmosphere where

borders and take the initiative to be innovative.

members know that they are capable. When the

We are an organization that contains multitudes

focus is put on the members, when you create

and within those multitudes are many, many

high expectations, they will undoubtedly rise

young entrepreneurial leaders who deserve to feel

to the challenge. It emphasizes a need to work

capable.

together on the ground level, collaborate across

Unprecedented times spawn inspiring actions ― what achievements did you see from JCI leaders that amazed and inspired you?

There were so many achievements made, it’s near

virtually and JCI’s first hybrid World Congress,

impossible to pick one. I believe what inspired

an act that’s never been done before. They really

me the most however was every JCI leader’s

rose to the occasion. With unwavering faith, each

tenacity and perseverance in the face of COVID-19.

leader upheld a successful event that was just as

Nobody had a firm guidebook to follow. Every

valuable, insightful and quality as any in-person

single day was stacked with new challenges. And

conference I’ve attended.

yet, our leaders hosted all four Area Conferences

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W ho

we are

Our History JCI’s story begins with Henry Giessenbier Jr., a young man living in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, during a time of incredible growth and change. Giessenbier recognized the talents and passions of the young people around him and envisioned the positive change they could create if they had the right resources. To provide these tools, in 1915 he founded the first JCI movement in his hometown of St. Louis. What began as a local movement spread quickly and with enthusiasm. Young people across the United States and then across the globe joined together as leaders to create positive forces in their communities on a local, national and international scale.

Giessenbier saw JCI as an organization that could harness the energy of young active citizens to overcome a variety of civic challenges through effective leadership. JCI members would have the opportunity to develop as individuals, contribute to the prosperity of economic infrastructure through entrepreneurship, understand and appreciate the social dynamics that enable community problem-solving and promote goodwill, cooperation and understanding amongst all people. That enduring vision lives on through the organization today.

Social Media Social media is essential in communicating the JCI message throughout the world. In 2020,

jciwhq 152,564 FOLLOWERS + 5,269

our network continued to grow, allowing us to reach more stakeholders, potential members and young leaders than ever before.

jcileaders 20,276 FOLLOWERS + 440

jciwhq 5,126

SUBSCRIBERS 6,648 subscribers 62,420 views in 2020 639.9K impressions

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JCI 27,730

FOLLOWERS + 6,476

jcileaders 7,862 125 Instagram posts in 2020

FOLLOWERS + 2,175

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Europe

22,9

The Americas

13,737 members

Each JCI National Organization has an official email address to help guide new members to local JCI chapters. To begin your journey with JCI, find your national organization in the list to the right and reach out to [countryname]@jci.cc. For example, japan@jci.cc.

976 members

Asia and the Pacific

100,201 members

Africa and the Middle East

13,012 members

Argentina Australia Austria Bangladesh Belgium Benin Bolivia Botswana Brazil Bulgaria Burkina Faso Cambodia Cameroon Canada Catalonia Colombia Congo Cote d’Ivoire Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Dutch Caribbean Ecuador Estonia Finland France Gabon Germany Ghana Guinea Haiti Honduras Hong Kong Iceland India Indonesia Iran Ireland Italy Jamaica Japan Jordan Korea Latvia Lebanon Lithuania Luxembourg Macao Madagascar Malaysia Mali Malta Mauritius Mexico Moldova Monaco Mongolia Morocco Myanmar Nepal Netherlands New Zealand Niger Nigeria Norway Panama Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Romania Russia Rwanda Scotland Senegal Serbia Singapore Slovakia South Africa Sri Lanka Suriname Sweden Switzerland Syria Taiwan Thailand Timor-Leste Togo Tunisia Turkey Uganda Ukraine United Kingdom Uruguay USA Venezuela Vietnam West Indies Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe

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B oard

D irectors

Kevin Hin

Alexander Tio

Oumar Ouédraogo

SECRETARY GENERAL

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

GENERAL LEGAL COUNSEL

Amzad Hussain TREASURER

JCI MONACO

JCI INDONESIA

JCI BURKINA FASO

JCI BANGLADESH

Itai Manyere

Asha Auckloo

Ryubun Kojima

Kevin Hinds

Marion de Groot

PRESIDENT

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

JCI ZIMBABWE

JCI MAURITIUS

JCI JAPAN

JCI WEST INDIES

JCI NETHERLANDS

Unotida Nyoni

Achille Sonehekpon

Mohammad Hijazi

Saleh Al-Hanash

Seong-Jae Glen Kim

Hardik Kapadia

VICE PRESIDENT

JCI SOUTH AFRICA

JCI BENIN

JCI LEBANON

JCI JORDAN

JCI KOREA

JCI INDIA

Shenella Govia

Andy Lau

Kota Aoki

Heather Vardell

Fabio Mello Fagundes

Silvetty De La Paz

VICE PRESIDENT

JCI MALAYSIA

JCI JAPAN

JCI USA

JCI BRAZIL

JCI DUTCH CARIBBEAN

JCI WEST INDIES

Ellimaija Ahonen

Ana Nikolova

Paolo Bellotti

Jenni Ahlstedt

VICE PRESIDENT

Mark Smith VICE PRESIDENT

JCI FINLAND

JCI BULGARIA

JCI ITALY

JCI SWEDEN

JCI UNITED KINGDOM

2021

Kevin Hin

Itai Manyere

Amzad Hussain

SECRETARY GENERAL

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

GENERAL LEGAL COUNSEL

Viktor Ómarsson TREASURER

JCI MONACO

JCI ZIMBABWE

JCI BANGLADESH

JCI ICELAND

Ryubun Kojima

Harira CISSE

Heather Vardell

Teresa Poon

Céline Bléher

PRESIDENT

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

JCI JAPAN

JCI MALI

JCI USA

JCI HONG KONG

JCI FRANCE

Hanane Benyahia

Tetiwe Nzimah

Yassine Jaouadi

Zandile Makhoba

Neil Fitzgerald

Otto Gamboa

VICE PRESIDENT

JCI MOROCCO

JCI ZAMBIA

JCI TUNISIA

JCI SOUTH AFRICA

JCI USA

JCI PANAMA

Thaynan Mariano

Pheng Kouch

Takahiro Sasaki

VICE PRESIDENT

Yohemmy Martínez Serrano Kaveen Kumar Kumaravel Paul Jess “PJ” Estrellado VICE PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT

JCI BRAZIL

JCI DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

JCI INDIA

JCI PHILIPPINES

JCI CAMBODIA

JCI JAPAN

Drazen Stankovic

Geir Arne Aune Hovd

Manuela Weber

Michaela Palmberg

Olena Prykhodko

VICE PRESIDENT

JCI SERBIA

JCI NORWAY

JCI GERMANY

JCI FINLAND

JCI MONACO

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JCI E vents 4 Area Conferences. 1 World Congress. Thousands of incredible people like you! JCI events are a chance to travel to exciting destinations around the world. Experience new cultures and languages while meeting inspirational people making a difference in their businesses and communities! Like many organizations across the world, JCI had to innovate and turn to online events. Despite the uncertainty of 2020, all four Area Conferences and the JCI World Congress were held safely and successfully. These events gave young entrepreneurs the opportunity to reach across borders and connect while also providing fresh workshops and timely programs.

2020 JCI Kanazawa Conference

Kanazawa, Japan | 21-23 February 2020 The JCI Kanazawa Conference is an international conference that brings delegates together from the Asia-Pacific region and beyond to showcase innovative solutions to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. The 2020 Kanazawa Conference gathered over 3,000 JCI members from all over the world! With their motto “No Earth, No Life,” this program focused on sharing advanced models of various SDG projects across the globe and emphasizing the importance of the environment.

2020 JCI National Presidents Meeting of Africa and the Middle East Beirut, Lebanon | 23-25 January 2020 During the National Presidents Meeting of Africa and the Middle East, chaired by Executive Vice President Asha Auckloo from JCI Mauritius and supported by 2020 JCI Vice Presidents, leaders from 25 countries met with the spirit of inspiration and determination. The event provided opportunities for members to learn from different sessions on the agenda, engage with their fellow counterparts from all over the area, address the issues faced in the area, brainstorm ways to further develop the national organizations through economic and entrepreneurial projects and prepare for the year ahead. Next on the agenda was the launch of a regional environmental initiative, inspired by JCI Lebanon’s flagship project launched in 2017, called “I Green Beirut.” This meeting allowed JCI Lebanon to solidify relationships with new and existing local partners, paving the way for future collaborations which will allow them to further develop the JCI presence in their country.

2020 JCI National Presidents Meeting of America Santa Cruz, Bolivia | 29 January-1 February 2020 All the presidents from North and South America gathered at this meeting to create a campaign called “One America” to promote inclusivity and collaboration across all borders. Strategies and good practices for efficient impact were shared by experienced members lead by 2020 Executive Vice President Kevin Hinds and the 2020 Vice Presidents Shenella Govia, Heather Vardell, Silvetty de la Paz and Fabio Fagundes. Then, JCI Advocacy Committee Chair Argenis Angulo led several valuable sessions about leadership development and shared good practices for team building and tools for becoming outstanding National Presidents. To celebrate the culture of the host country, JCI Bolivia hosted a National Night for the delegates that included songs, food, dances, and traditional attire from many regions of Bolivia. Everyone was able to enjoy the end of the meeting with a wonderful evening and learn more about Bolivia and its rich culture.

2020 JCI National Presidents Meeting of Europe Chişinău, Moldova | 6-8 February 2020 Led by JCI Executive Vice President for Europe Marion de Groot from the Netherlands, and 2020 JCI Vice Presidents Ellimaija Ahonen, Ana Nikolova, Paolo Bellotti, Jenni Ahlstedt and Mark Smith. Over 30 European leaders gathered for three days to align plans on how to make positive change for young entrepreneurs across Europe. A special focus was put on topics such as marketing strategy, highlighting engagement through awards, integration of alumni, corporate partnership extension and growth and development activities. Beyond this, a decision was also made to create a special taskforce to develop ideas to better take advantage of networks for business opportunities.

2020 A rea Events

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23 May 2020 JCI members from across the world gathered together ― remotely ― for the first-ever online JCI Area Conference, the 2020 JCI Conference of America. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the event was unable to take place in Panama City, Panama as originally planned. However, despite the challenges facing them, the 2020 JCI America Board of Directors and team managed to capture the heart and energy of an in-person JCI event through Zoom and Facebook Live. On 23 May, the 2020 JCI America Board of Directors hosted a lively Awards Ceremony to celebrate the hard work and dedication of JCI members. Salud! A Gala Celebration of Impact and Innovation recognized the outstanding JCI members, organizations and projects that have made a positive impact in local communities and the world.

12-21 June 2020 The 2020 JCI European Conference was scheduled to be held in Dublin, Ireland. Instead, from 12-21 June, JCI members and friends from across the world enjoyed keynotes, panels and entertainment from the comfort of their own homes. The two-week program was packed with informational sessions, fun activities and a taste of Dublin. The theme was “Engagement, Employment, Empowerment.” The JCI Europe team and the Dublin Conference Organizing Committee hosted the JCI European Conference Awards Ceremony on 20 June to honor outstanding JCI members, organizations and projects that have made an incredible impact at the local, national and international level.

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18-19 July 2020 As with many events this year, it became clear to the organizers that the 2020 JCI Asia-Pacific Conference could not take place in person in Angkor, Cambodia, and they would have to embrace the new normal of online events. Their persistence and patience through difficult circumstances led to another successful online JCI Area Conference in 2020. With the support of the Asia Pacific Board of Directors and the Asia Pacific Development Council, the 2020 Online JCI Asia Pacific Conference Assembly was held on 18 July, followed by the Awards Ceremony on 19 July. Thousands of people tuned in on Facebook live to watch outstanding members and organizations receive recognition for the fantastic work they’ve done this past year.

13-16 August 2020 The 2020 JCI Africa and the Middle East Conference couldn’t happen in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso as originally planned, but that didn’t stop JCI members, partners and friends from the area and beyond from getting together virtually. JCI leaders and members discussed the area’s strategy and opportunities for growth in the coming year. Organized by Executive Vice President Asha Auckloo and the Africa and the Middle East Board of Directors, with help from volunteers across the area, the event allowed attendees to enjoy valuable online programs centering on entrepreneurship, professional development and much more! This dynamic team proved that we don’t have to be in the same room to connect with each other and enhance our skills. Pre-conference events included a Leadership Academy and entrepreneurship training. The Africa and the Middle East Conference also focused on the power of partnerships with the Regional Partnership Summit being launched, and a special networking session was held by JCI’s newest partner at the time, BNI. As with our other 2020 Area Conferences, the JCI Africa and the Middle East Conference was memorable and engaging — a testament to the bonds JCI members share, even virtually.

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Remote 24 October - 7 November 2020 The 2020 JCI World Congress was like nothing that had ever been done before. Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Yokohama Congress Organizing Committee (COC) and JCI World Headquarters had to pivot to create the first hybrid event in the organization’s history. While some regional attendees were able to participate in person in the beautiful Yokohama, Japan, many more attendees viewed the content online. With much gusto, 2020 JCI President Itai Manyere pioneered this first-ever JCI hybrid event. Without missing a step, President Itai confidently led the way in reorganizing and navigating this organization through a mainly cyber world. With his leadership and example, the event helped pave the way for future presidents and Board of Directors to take the reins of the future with confidence. The theme for the 2020 JCI World Congress was “The Crossroad of Innovation,” and it was a fitting theme for such an unprecedented event. At the World Congress, JCI’s partners were spotlighted in a very unique way. In line with the newly launched JCI RISE initiative, each day of Congress had a theme: RISE with JCI, REBUILD with ICC, INVEST with BNI, SUSTAIN with AIESEC and EVOLVE with WBAF. Each partner hosted keynotes, panels, forums and even podcasts about important topics in the world today. Ryubun Kojima of JCI Japan was elected and sworn in as 2021 JCI President at the General Assembly. In his inaugural speech, he talked about his theme for the year — “One Future” — and how together, JCI members could make a positive difference in the world by caring for each other. Towards the end of the week at the 2020 JCI Awards Ceremony, attendees celebrated all of the winning members, organizations and projects that had made great achievements throughout the year. JCI World Headquarters organized the first-ever Virtual Award Winners Reception, where award winners could gather with JCI President Itai, Secretary General Kevin Hin and the 2020 TOYP to recognize their achievements, network and share a toast to a successful year and even greater impact in 2021.

JCI TOYP

JCI Ten Outstanding Young Persons of the World (TOYP) honorees demonstrate extraordinary achievement and innovation when it comes to creating solutions to community and business problems. With 152 applications submitted, the competition was fierce and full of many bright future leaders. In the end, these ten young leaders were specially selected by JCI members to receive this prestigious title in 2020, along with the category in which they were nominated. Aboudou Walid Agro | JCI Benin Personal Improvement and/or Accomplishment Johana Bahamón Gómez | JCI Colombia Contribution to Children, World Peace and/or Human Rights Akash Chourasiya | JCI India Moral and/or Environmental Leadership Wassim Dhaouadi | JCI Tunisia Academic Leadership and/or Accomplishment Aaron Hannon | JCI Ireland Medical Innovation George Marrash | JCI Syria Contribution to Children, World Peace and/or Human Rights

5,945 Delegates

117

Countries

Vahid Rajabloo | JCI Iran Business, Economic and/or Entrepreneurial Accomplishments Melene Cynthia Rossouw | JCI South Africa Contribution to Children, World Peace and/or Human Rights Mihai Toader-Pasti | JCI Romania Moral and/or Environmental Leadership Dr. Jajini Varghese | JCI United Kingdom Medical Innovation

Africa and the Middle East

The Americas

Asia and the Pacific

Europe

The 2020 JCI Academy and Leadership Training in Fukuoka Every year, a select group of delegates hone their leadership skills at the JCI Academy. Since it was recognized as an official JCI event in Amsterdam in 1987, more than 2,500 global networkers have graduated from the JCI Academy. The JCI Academy empowers the future leaders of the organization to learn about strength, cooperation and cultural understanding. Delegates immerse themselves in the culture of their host city and discover how to be inspiring global leaders with a focus on creating lasting change. Originally meant to be hosted in Fukuoka, Japan, the 2020 JCI Academy team took the initiative to hold its first fully online conference with delegates from 80 different countries. For a full week, delegates held many earnest discussions, completed challenges, and deepened friendships. Despite attending a remote event, delegates were still able to immerse themselves in the nature, history and culture of Fukuoka. On the last day, to symbolize hope and solidarity, 2020 JCI Academy Director Takuichiro Yasunaga presented to the delegates a video of Fukuoka and a memorial tree planting with fireworks to celebrate the graduates. JCI offered members the chance to participate in leadership training wherever they are located. From regional leadership academies to sessions conducted by their Local Organization, there are plenty of opportunities for JCI members to learn from others and become better leaders to navigate a changing world.

“

”

After 10 years, when the memorial

tree has grown, let’s meet in Fukuoka

-Takuichiro Yasunaga

2020 JCI Academy Director

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JCI’s Global Initiative in Response to t he COVID -19 Pandemic

Business Recovery Rebuilding the Economy: Tri-Nation Webinar | JCI Dhaka Uptown JCI Dhaka Uptown organized a series of international webinars focused on discussing different strategies

and scenarios in which we can uplift struggling economies. By hosting a session across borders, this event recognized that rebuilding economies does not need to be an insular event.

Online Teamwork | JCI Bahçeşehir, Turkey In this event hosted by JCI Bahçeşehir, the discussion was focused on new business models and startups according to recent changing trends in the world. Their guest speaker was Ms Duygu Eren,

the general manager of Keiretsu Forum Turkey which is an investment fund for Turkish entrepreneurs. In this event, the discussion was focused on new business models and startups according to recent changing trends in the world.

Think Global, Buy Local | JCI Switzerland, Switzerland JCI Switzerland created an innovative program to encourage continued revenue for local businesses. With this program, the general public could buy a gift voucher to their establishment of choice. Once this gift voucher was purchased, customers received an email with a unique code voucher so that once the lockdowns were lifted, they would already have a voucher to use the goods they’ve purchased. With this money, the merchants were able to pay the fixed costs (like the rent of their establishments, for example) to help keep them afloat during forced closures.

Workforce Empowerment How to Be a Leader Forum | JCI Ariana, JCI

forum titled “How to be a Leader.” This organized

Metline, and JCI Tijuana, Tunisia and Mexico

session led by JCI trainer Ana Brenda Gonzalez was

These three branches of JCI teamed up and transcended borders with a successful international

fruitful and beneficial to young entrepreneurs during these unprecedented times.

WhatsApp Business Trainings | JCI Dakar Alliance, Senegal JCI Dakar Alliance created an E-training event and coordinated with Senator Hymmeldat Dibakala to offer business training during the trying times amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. This event was a means of supporting various members in the development of their careers.

Online Filipino Youth Action Summit 2020 | JCI

aimed to realize the Filipino youth’s importance

Boholana Kisses, Philippines

in contributing to the COVID-19 response. Free

The Online SDG Youth Action Forum, in partnership with JCI Boholana Kisses and other youth organizations, hosted an Youth Action Summit that

to young leaders ages 15-40, this forum was a powerful resource for those seeking new knowledge and guidance.

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JCI RISE G lobal R e ach Mental Health Awareness

Clean Day Program | JCI Korea, Korea For several weeks, JCI Korea distributed essential items such as hand sanitizer and food to

communities across the country. Their Clean Day Program reached 329 Local Organizations and sanitized numerous public spaces.

Community Space Adoption/Playground Repair | JCI Ungheni, Moldova As indoor activities became difficult, JCI Ungheni took it upon themselves to make a commitment to monitor and repair playground equipment that had malfunctioned from wear. With this project, they were able to model in their community the importance of involvement and how an orderly and functional society depends on each of us taking initiative.

Online Chat #FactsNotFear | JCI Nigeria, Nigeria In a collaboration with Dr. Meshach Maina, JCI Nigeria hosted a live Twitter conversation to help spread information about the COVID-19 pandemic. As a lecturer of Virology and Immunology at the University of Maiduguri, Dr. Meshach was able to help dispel misinformation and fear that impacted many peoples’ mental health during 2020.

Cancer is a widespread disease that has likely affected all of our lives. JCI’s Tougher Than Cancer initiative aimed to advance Sustainable Development Goal 3 put forth by the United Nations, which focuses on global health and well-being. JCI members focused to create awareness around cancer prevention and continue to be strong advocates for the equal treatment of all people when it comes to cancer care. This campaign sought to empower young people with the knowledge, tools and resources to bring this important conversation to their communities. The campaign became a platform to engage young people worldwide in global dialogue and communication about cancer resources and prevention. JCI Eko, Nigeria By focusing on Global Goal 3, good health and well-being, JCI Eko proved that together we are tougher than cancer. In the month of February, they partnered with Eko hospitals to provide free cervical cancer screening to community members.

JCI Beirut, Lebanon This project provided cancer patients with weekly organic produce so that they can eat healthy and have one less thing to worry about during their cancer battle. Vegetables were harvested and packed by The Green Van’s organic farm and then safely delivered. JCI members helped organize this event where you could either volunteer or donate to support this project.

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F inancial I nformation JCI Financials Throughout 2020, JCI members led thousands of grassroots projects around the world, utilizing local and national community partners and sponsors to bring about lasting change and advance the Global Goals for Sustainable Development. JCI World Headquarters provides services and resources to every JCI member to ensure the success and longevity of organizations and improve relations with stakeholders. These expenses are an investment to ensure the continuing legacy of JCI members past, present and future.

$2.8 million in revenues

$2.5

0.4%

30%

million in expenses

Fundraising

total asset decrease

Special Events

25%

Membership Development & Support

Other Initiatives

11%

Board Meetings & Officer Admin

18%

14%

JCI Events

Management & General

2019 Foundation Assets Cash and Cash Equivalents

712,460

Short-Term Investments

719,473 65,864

Other Misc. Assets Land

1,480,000

Long-Term Investments

9,149,056

Receivables - Related Party Total Assets

130,248 12,257,101

JCI Foundation The JCI Foundation allows

the progression and expansion

have supported the Foundation,

members and friends to be

of the JCI Skills Development

generating assets surpassing

directly involved in JCI’s

Program and supplies

US $10 million. These funds

efforts to provide opportunities

development grants for JCI

go towards numerous national

for young leaders to create

National Organizations. Since its

and international projects and

positive, lasting change.

establishment in 1955, members,

sustain JCI’s legacy for years

Through grants, this 501(c)3

friends and corporate sponsors

to come.

nonprofit organization funds

from more than 100 countries

Donations made to the JCI Foundation 2020

US $242,093

2019

US $438,689

2018

US $484,225

2017

US $490,070

2016 2015 2014

US $442,062 US $375,765 US $370,352

*2020 numbers are unaudited

JCI Senate JCI Senatorship is a prestigious award given to a

and supportive in our goals, as each new Senator

current or former member. The JCI Constitution

joins the global network of Senators. This highly

requires two simple things for an individual to be

regarded group continues to grow and serve their

eligible for a Senatorship: Individuals must be a JCI

organizations and communities with passion, hard

member for at least three years and must exemplify

work and unwavering commitment. We are proud

outstanding service to JCI. This program has

to say that in 2020, we have gained over 687 new

allowed many alumni JCI members to remain active

senators and look forward to continued growth.

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A cknowledgments

JCI Partners

With JCIs wide-reaching goals to create economic and societal growth, the need for like-minded partnerships continues to grow. With the spirit of collaboration, we understand that by working together we can create change that is far more powerful and lasting than when working alone. Throughout 2020 we continued to develop and

AIESEC is an international nonprofit run “by young people, for young people.” The organization offers an avenue for individual development and cross-cultural understanding through opportunities like volunteering and interning abroad. Together with AIESEC, JCI recognizes and grows the innate talents of young

expand our network to include partnerships that

leaders around the world.

have uplifted and empowered young entrepreneurs.

A long-time partner, JCI and AIESEC collaborated in

When we collaborate and combine our knowledge,

numerous ways in 2020. At the 2020 World Congress,

resources, and experience, we ensure that our goals and solutions to modern challenges are longterm and successful. JCI looks forward to future partnerships and collaborations that help boost JCI’s brand awareness, motivate our members and enhance our financial sustainability.

AIESEC hosted day four as “Sustain with AIESEC”. Here, AIESEC provided two prestigious keynote speakers, their Global President Alexandra Robinson and Incoming Global President Eva Dutary. Alexandra Robinson held a riveting speech reflecting on the reality of being a leader and staying motivated in uncertain times while Eva Dutary focused on teaching participants how to self-identify their workplace motivators and learn how to advocate for any missing motivators they might need. In February,our JCI Partnerships Manager Diana Sussman-Tockstein and Secretary General Kevin Hin both made a successful trip to Moscow for the International Presidents Meeting of AIESEC where young people were at the forefront of creating progress. And then later in the year in another collaborative exchange, Diana presented at the AIESEC Global Leadership Day and was able to share on how to solve complex problems. Later on in the year in May, JCI and AIESEC collaborated again by hosting JCI President Itai Manyere on a podcast to talk about leadership and the need for positive change. This collaboration was an example of partnership innovation in action and finding opportunities for new channels to reach young leaders. JCI members were also encouraged to partake in AIESEC’s yearly assessment of young people’s goals for themselves and for the world in their YouthSpeak survey.

As the world’s largest

JCI’s partnership with

business organization,

the UN began in 1954

the ICC shares our

when the United Nations

mutual goal of ensuring

Economic and Social

economic justice and

Council (ECOSOC) granted

well-being through socially

JCI Special Consultative

responsible business

status. The UN takes

and entrepreneurship.

action on some of

The organization represents more than 45 million

humanity’s most pressing challenges. Our relationship

companies in over 100 countries and provides

with the UN grants JCI members a unique perspective

resources that enable JCI members to participate in

on international cooperation and societal development,

commerce locally, nationally and internationally.

giving them the opportunity to participate in global

At our 2020 World Congress, ICC participated during

change initiatives.

day 2 with the theme “Rebuild with ICC”. Keynote

From September 21 to 23, President Itai Manyere

ICC speakers Callie Stickland, a cause strategist, and

and Secretary General Kevin Hin attended the United

Ryan Kaminski, a Global Public Policy Lead, hosted

Business Live panel hosted by the United Nations

a presentation titled “How to Successfully Elevate

Global Compact. During this series of three forums,

Diversity” where they they highlighted examples of

JCI, corporate sustainability experts, and business

leading organizations who are driving progress towards

leaders came together to evaluate the state of the world

meaningful diversity and inclusion efforts within their

and address gaps in progress, drive business ambition

professional networks and on the international stage.

on the Sustainable Development Goals and highlight

With Jay Johnson, ICC hosted a “Design Thinking” workshop where both JCI and ICC members met to

cooperative and national solutions that have already been made.

discuss problem solving business solutions in a post COVID-19 world. An “Ethical Marketing & Advertising” webinar was also hosted by ICC with the help of Raelene Martin, ICC Policy Manager, and Oliver Gray, Co-Chair of the ICC Task Force, to discuss the skills needed to create, design, and deliver responsible marketing communications that will sustain and foster a healthy business. With these timely topics, participants were able to leave this day with new tools to take on the future. BNI and JCI work together to support entrepreneurs and business leaders and boost local and global economies. BNI’s goals include helping professionals achieve their dreams, support their families and grow their businesses. Together, our international networks will bring new opportunities to the global business community. BNI thoughtfully provided JCI with useful speed networking sessions not only during the 2020 Africa & Middle East Conference but also at the 2020 World Congress. More specifically at our 2020 World Congress, JCI hosted the BNI founder, Dr. Ivan Misner, and as an esteemed keynote speaker with the theme of “Invest with BNI” and another keynote speaker, Mahesh ‘Mac’ Srinivasan from BNI, to host the “RISE to INVEST with BNI” keynote session. In turn, JCI President Itai Manyere spoke at BNI’s virtual Global Convention in November of 2020, spreading awareness of JCI and the valuable opportunities the JCI organization provides.

2020 JCI Annual Report

A cknowledgments Aiming to empower the world economy through smart investing, the WBAF works across borders to create financial resources for entrepreneurs. JCI and the WBAF use their partnership not only to encourage innovation amongst JCI members, but to give them the necessary skills to make their innovative ideas successful in the market. The Ban Ki-Moon Centre for Global Citizens is a

An exciting day for both partners, WBAF and JCI

nonprofit organization which focuses on leadership,

signed their Memorandum of Understanding November

mediation, advocacy and education, particularly for

7, 2020 in an agreement with the goal of addressing

women and young people. Combining our mutual

some of the world’s most pressing economic

interests in leadership and societal development,

challenges together by promoting financial and digital

JCI works with the Centre to address today’s global

inclusion, female leadership, business development

challenges.

and entrepreneurial skills development for the young

On May 7, 2020 Secretary General Kevin Hin attended

generations.

a virtual meeting with the Ban Ki-Moon Center. Here, he

At the World Congress, WBAF led day 5 with the

discussed our JCI global strategy and how it pertains to

theme “Evolve with WBAF”. JCI Ambassador Baybars

Ban Ki-Moon’s goal of “Leave No One Behind”.

Atluntas, the Executive Chairman of WBAF, hosted the “Entrepreneurship” session, discussing how entrepreneurship has evolved in modern times - and

Global Partnerships

the impact of COVID-19 in the entrepreneurial future. Then, in December, Secretary General Kevin was able to represent JCI at the WBAF Business School official launch. Here he acted as the MC of the session with several current and former government ministers and Heads of State. This meeting helped with the development of skills and expertise needed to foster creative thinking and innovation in the ever-changing market of the 21st century. Our esteemed Secretary General was also able to attend the WBAF World Congress in Istanbul 15-16 of February. Here he was able to gain valuable insight on discussion that explored how private equity funds can foster innovation in business and thus deliver a higher value through partnerships.

2020 JCI President Itai Manyere at the World Congress in Talinn, Estonia

Thank You Despite whatever challenges the world may present to us, JCI continues to produce exceptional global leaders and offer vital programs, training, projects, and events opportunities. Through the collaboration of local, national, and international efforts we uplifted young leaders across the world and made sure that the needs of our communities did not go unanswered. We appreciate the efforts of all JCI members that continue to push and develop themselves, pursue entrepreneurial opportunities, and RISE to the occasion in 2020. Through our JCI RISE initiative and a focus on personal development and innovative hybrid events, JCI organizations all over the world have helped create an undeniable impact. The numerous achievements of this year would not have been possible without JCI members. And of course, we’d like to extend a special thank you to JCI Local Organizations, JCI National Organizations, 2020 JCI Board of Directors, 2020 JCI President Itai Manyere and JCI World Headquarters staff for contributing photos and content to the 2020 JCI Annual Report.

JCI 2020 Annual Report

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