About Us
The Junior Jaycees Philippines, hereinafter referred to as JJC Philippines, is a student-run nationwide youth leadership training organization that provides an avenue for young advocates to develop their leadership skills, fellowship, and social responsibility that will mold them into becoming champions of positive change. As an organization, we believe that it is imperative for the youth to engage in social action in the pursuit of achieving the 17 SDGs to ensure a brighter future for all.
JCI Values - We Believe
That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life;
That the brotherhood of men transcends the sovereignty of nations;
That economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise;
That government should be of laws rather than of men;
That earth's great treasure lies in human personality;
And that service to humanity is the best work of life.
Our Mission
To provide leadership development opportunities that empower young people to create positive change.
Our Vision
To be the foremost global network of young leaders.
Our History
First Junior Jaycees Chapter
Davao Jaycees, spearheaded by JC Rene Al Madrazo, founded the Davao Junior Jaycees. JJC Butch Francisco was elected as the first Junior Jaycees Chapter president. The Davao Junior Jaycees Chapter Presentation and Induction Ceremonies were held at Davao Insular Hotel on September 28, 1968.
Temporary Extinction
Despite being launched with high hopes, the organization failed and lost its aspirations due to poor leadership. All youth clubs vanished in thin air.
Accent on Youth Project
JCI Sen. Felicano 'Sonny' Belmonte, Jr., then JCIP National President, laid down a year-long program for implementing the Accent on Youth project nationally. The program disseminated information on organizing and effective operation of Youth Councils and projects along the lines of health, welfare, recreation and education.
Cainta Junior Jaycees
During the provisional years of the Cainta Junior Jaycees, headed by JC Manny Duldulao, the organization was registered in the Philippine Jaycees as its auxiliary unit. With the encouragement of JCI Sen. David Chua-Unsu, 1974 JCP national President, the formation of Junior Jaycees by the Jaycees in Manila and nearby provinces sprouted fast.
First Metro Manila Conference
The first Metro Manila Conference was held on November 30 to December 1, 1974, hosted by the Manila Junior Jaycees at the University of the Philippines.
National Organization Founded
The Philippine Junior Jaycees was formally organized as a national organization and auxiliary of the Philippine Jaycees Inc. The Junior Jaycees Organization adapted the same concept, creed, principles and philosophies of the Jaycees movement.
Puerto Princesa Perlas Chapter Founded
Junior Jaycees Puerto Princesa Perlas was created by its mother chapter JCI Puerto Princesa Kiao Inc. on March 12, 2023.
Continuing the Mission
This organization continues the mission and vision of the Junior Jaycees in a more sustainable and empowering way.