What is AAUW?

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WHAT IS AAUW? American Association of University Women

Empowering Women since 1881

WHO CAN JOIN? Any one with at least an Associate degree

Students free membership as affiliates ; 1 yr free on graduation.

HOW IS AAUW ORGANIZED?

-National headquarters in Washington DC
-170,000 members and supporters
-Every State ; AAUW CA 125 branches, 12,000 members
-100 campus clubs nationally, 800+students
-AAUW Alameda 85+ members

WHAT ARE AAUW PRIORITIES?

-Equity for women and girls.
-Freedom from sexual discrimination
-Education
-Health
-Fair pay
-Careers in STEM

HOW DO WE DO IT?

-Lobby for legislation.
-Being Non-partisan
-Research barriers for women and girls
-Collaborate with other organizations

WHAT DO WE RAISE $$$ FOR?

-$3.7 mil. annual graduate education scholarships and grants .
-Local scholarships for undergraduate education.
-Middle school scholarships for Tech Trek summer camps.
-Legal advocacy for pay and sexual harassment lawsuits.
-Student leadership development.

WHY JOIN?

-Engage in mission to support women
-Develop networks and friendships
-Pursue life- long learning
-Give back to community
-Have fun too!