The Mission of Junior Achievement of Mississippi is "To strive to ensure that every child in Mississippi has a fundamental understanding of the free enterprise system."

What an ambitious mission for a State having almost half a million school-aged children! Junior Achievement carries out its mission through volunteers,  educators, and funders who realize the value of having Junior Achievement's quality economic education presented by volunteer business men and women.  Junior Achievement welcomes the opportunity to discuss with you how YOU can participate in educating tomorrow's workforce.  In the Metro Jackson area please call 601-948-3997.  Elsewhere in Mississippi call toll-free 1-800-844-1208.

By helping children understand the relevance of education to the work place, Junior Achievement is opening new windows of opportunityand new career possibilities, thus improving the quality of their lives.   

That IS our Purpose:  "To educate and inspire young people to value free enterprise, business, and economics...in order to improve the quality of their lives."

Statement on Diversity:  As the recognized leader in economics education, Junior Achievement reaches out to as many children as possible regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. Junior Achievement administers its programs in an environment free from illegal intimidation, harassment, or bias.