1. What is JCI Luxembourg?
2. What is JCI's mission?
3. Who are our members?
4. What are JCI's main areas?
5. What kind of training does JCI offer?
6. How do you support leadership development?
7. Is JCI good for my career?
8. Can JCI training count as continuing professional development (CPD)?
9. Is JCI good for my CV?
10. How do I make most of my membership?
11. How can I contribute?
12. Can my contribution create positive change?
13. How can I get involved internationally?
14. How can I organise an event?
15. How can I join a project team?
16. Can I get involved in the JCI board?
17. Can I become a President?
18. What is the purpose with JCI Luxembourg's national board?
19. Does it take a lot of time to be involved?
20. When was JCI founded?
21. What is JCI's relationship with Luxembourgish Chamber of Commerce and International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)?
22. What is JCI's relationship with the United Nations?
23. What's a JCI senator?
24. How much is JCI membership?

What is JCI Luxembourg?

JCI Luxembourg is a personal development and networking organisation for young professionals in their 20s and 30s. We are part of a global organisation called Junior Chamber International (JCI), which has almost 200,000 members in more than 100 countries. JCI is a voluntary organisation, run by its members for its members.

What is JCI's mission?

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

Who are our members?

Our membership is very diverse – from start-up entrepreneurs to people working in blue chip companies, non-profit organisations and charities. Members share a common passion to challenge and develop themselves.

What are JCI's main areas?

We run projects and events that combine our four main areas: business, training, community and international. You can develop your skills in a number of ways, from helping to organise a local charity event to planning a series of business events. And you can meet international JCI members when you travel to events in other countries. Read about JCI's areas here.

What kind of training does JCI offer?

JCI offers a broad training programme. We focus on soft skills such as presenting, debating & public speaking and negotiation skills etc. You can attend local training events and go to the JCI Presenter, JCI Trainer and JCI Design courses. And you can go on other official JCI training sessions such as JCI Admin, JCI Achieve and JCI CSR. These are also worldwide JCI training events: find out more.

How do you support leadership development?

Our members develop their leadership skills by taking on a board or project management role. This prepares them to take on future leadership roles.

Is JCI good for my career?

By meeting new people, you’ll broaden your outlook and understanding. JCI membership will make your CV stand out, because it shows that you are committed to your own personal and professional development. Many of our members have discovered their passion and found new opportunities through their involvement in JCI. This often leads them to a new career. The soft skills you learn in JCI (public speaking, negotiation, project management etc) will stand you in good stead throughout your career. So yes, JCI is great for your career.

Can JCI training count as continuing professional development (CPD)?

Yes, in many professions, though we are not affiliated to any professional body.

Is JCI good for my CV?

Curriculum Vitae (CV) means ‘the course of your life’. With JCI, you can get involved in projects that will broaden your skills and improve your talents. Potential employers will notice you. So yes, JCI is great for both you and your resumé.

How do I make most of my membership?

Get involved, go to events, arrange an event with your chamber, travel to international conferences and training sessions, attend JCI training and take on a leadership role. We promise that if you are an active member, you’ll meet interesting people, challenge (and surprise) yourself, and have fun!

How can I contribute?

JCI Luxembourggives you a chance to give back to society by being involved in community projects. You might like the sound of a charity event, a training event led by JCI, or a project with the Prince’s Trust. Membership of JCI is what you make of it. We encourage ‘learning by doing’. Time and again, we find that the more our members put into JCI, the more they get out.

Can my contribution create positive change?

Yes. Every time you improve yourself, your peers, your community or JCI, you create positive change. The world needs leaders who do that more than ever, so your contribution is important.

How can I get involved internationally?

You can go to many international events around the world. The main events for JCI Europe include the European Conference and the World Conference. We are invited to the United Nations (UN) in New York every year. In autumn, our members visit the European Parliament in Brussels, where you get the chance to shadow a minister for up to three days. There are plenty of opportunities. If you are a new member, remember to apply for a senate bursary of £100. Read more about JCI's conferences here.

How can I organise an event?

Don’t worry – we’ll give you all the support you need. Speak to your local board members or your local president. They will help you.

How can I join a project team?

Every year, you have the chance to be in a team or take on the role of project director. It can be to organise a charity event or to coordinate a trip to a JCI event. There will be many opportunities. Do not hesitate to contact us.

Can I get involved in the JCI board?

Speak to your President or anyone on the board. They will tell you what roles are available and how you can apply. Being on the board gives you hands-on experience about the roles and responsibilities of board members, work-flow and processes.

Can I become a President?

Each JCI President leads for one year. It’s the most important leadership role in JCI, and it involves overviewing the chamber activities and events. It’s a great leadership opportunity, and the memory of the experience will stay with you forever. Along with your council, you’ll make a local impact in your community. Deputy Presidents go to European Academy in Gothenburg, Sweden in July to prepare for their year. If you have the passion it takes to become National President, you must first serve one year as Deputy President. During that time, you will attend a 10-day leadership training course in Japan, along with Deputies from all over the world. The National President has the overall responsibilities for JCI Luxembourg and represents the Grand-Duché de Luxembourg on an international level.

What is the purpose with JCI Luxembourg's national board?

JCI Luxembourg’s National Board is made up of experienced members from across the Luxembourg. The purpose of the board is to provide help and support to local chambers and members. The National Board guides and assists chambers that host national events. The National Board liaises between the international part of the organisation and the local chambers.

Does it take a lot of time to be involved?

It’s up to you how much you want to or can contribute. Becoming President is of course a much greater commitment than taking part in local projects and in committees. One thing is certain – being involved at any level is truly rewarding. And, as with many things, the more you put into it, the more you get out of it. The more involved you are, the more satisfaction, confidence and energy you gain.

When was JCI founded?

In 1915, Henry Giessenberg started what now is JCI in St Louis, USA. In 1944, a formal agreement was made between eight countries, and JCI became what it is today. Read more about JCI Luxembourg's history. 

What is JCI's relationship with Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce and International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)?

JCI has enjoyed a close relationship with Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber of Commerce supports JCI by being a patron. JCI has a formal agreement with the International Chamber of Commerce, which often participates at our UN Leadership summit in New York.

What is JCI's relationship with the United Nations?

JCI is the only NGO permitted to use the UN globe in its logo, after an agreement made in 1954. JCI supports the UN Millennium goals. Our biggest UN project is supporting the Nothing but Nets campaign in the fight again malaria. The campaign raises awareness and much needed funds to provide treated bed nets for sub-Saharan Africa. We aim to donate one million bed nets by 2015.

What's a JCI senator?

A JCI senatorship is the highest award for outstanding members given for their exceptional contribution to the JCI. It gives you life membership of JCI. Senators over the age of 40 are not allowed to hold office, but can still be active in JCI. All international events have a Senate programme.

How much is JCI membership?

The full membership the fee is currently EUR 124 per year. In order to become member, you need to be involved on JCI Luxembourg project.