VALDOSTA — The City of Valdosta joined with the Valdosta Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated to host its inaugural Family Advocacy Day Monday at Valdosta City Hall. The event was held in observance of Jack and Jill of America Inc.’s 88th Founders’ Day, which is recognized annually on Jan. 24. Family Advocacy Day served as a local reflection of Jack and Jill’s national mission to develop future African American leaders through civic engagement, service and advocacy. During the program, Mayor Scott James Matheson presented a proclamation officially recognizing Jan. 23, 2026, as Jack and Jill Family Advocacy Day in the City of Valdosta. “Our Jack and Jill Advocacy Day was a powerful reminder that advocacy begins with informed families and engaged youth,” Williams said.