Boards of directors govern each corporation in accordance with its distinct charters and bylaws.

The Association Board of Directors consists of three officers and seven directors. The Educational Foundation president and AAUW executive director serve ex officio. The officers and five board members are elected by the membership at the Association’s biennial convention. Two regional directors appointed by the 10 regional directors also serve on the board.

The AAUW Educational Foundation Board of Directors consists of five officers and six directors, with the Association president and AAUW executive director serving ex officio. Officers and three directors are elected by the membership at the Association’s biennial convention; three directors are appointed by the board.

An executive director oversees both corporations.

National Leadership

• AAUW Association President - Ruth Z. Sweetser
• AAUW Educational Foundation President - Barbara L. O'Connor
• AAUW Executive Director - Linda D. Hallman, CAE
• AAUW Leadership Directory (members only) 
• Student Advisory Council - A coalition of student leaders that advises AAUW on strategies for the future of young women and girls.
• National board and committee positions available
• Position descriptions for Association, state and branch officers

Leadership Development

• Leadership Development DVD/CD webinar - Reviews the DVD/CD training tool for state and branch leaders, the components of its seven modules, and provides step-by-step instructions for using the materials to create an interactive education program. (members only)
• UPDATED Toolkits and recommended leadership resources
• Leader Corner - Tools, resources, and news for AAUW leadership. (members only)
• Leadership and Training Institute - Offers programs to help women and girls acquire the skills they need to succeed and assume leadership roles in their academic, professional, and personal lives

Charter and Bylaws (members only)