McLean, Virginia – April 28, 2025 – The Junior League of Northern Virginia is honored that Nene Spivy has been named one of the distinguished recipients of The Association of Junior Leagues International’s (AJLI) inaugural 40 Over 40 Award. This recognition celebrates outstanding Junior League Members who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, impact, and service in their careers and communities. 

Selected from among 297 Junior Leagues across six countries, Nene Spivy was recognized as a dedicated champion for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. For the past 15 years, Nene has served as chief executive officer of the Northern Virginia Science Center Foundation, a nonprofit started 20 years ago as a signature project of the Junior League of Northern Virginia to create a hands-on, interactive STEM-focused museum. 

As a dedicated member of the Junior League of Northern Virginia, Nene Spivy has been committed to empowering others, driving positive change, and creating a lasting impact in our Northern Virginia community. She has been leading the charge to bring STEM resources to the region, first by opening the Children’s Science Center Lab in 2015 while working to build a larger full-scale museum, the Northern Virginia Science Center, which just broke ground last month.

“I am incredibly grateful for this recognition and for the opportunity to serve alongside so many inspiring women,” said Nene Spivy. “Thanks to the training and experiences provided by the Junior League of Northern Virginia and Association of Junior Leagues International, I’ve gained significant nonprofit management skills that I’ve combined with my technology and business expertise to focus on the critical need for STEM education. As a result, we are giving youth in our region far greater access and opportunities to succeed in a world that is rapidly requiring STEM skills in every job.”

The 2025 40 Over 40 honorees will be celebrated during the AJLI Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida, on Thursday, May 29, 2025. 

For more information about the 40 Over 40 awards, visit www.ajli.org. 

ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION OF JUNIOR LEAGUES INTERNATIONAL 

The Junior League is one of the oldest and largest premier women’s organizations, committed to advancing women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. Since 1901, The Junior League Movement has addressed community issues through hands-on projects, partnerships with local organizations, and advocacy efforts. 

Through leadership training, community collaboration, and service projects, we Develop Women to Do a World of Good™, making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. 

Today, The Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) is powered by over 113,000 women in 297+ communities across the United States, Canada, Mexico, France, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. 

To learn more or get involved, visit www.ajli.org. 

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