AAUW Research

AAUW conducts groundbreaking research that draws national attention to issues of gender equity in education and the workplace; influences policy-makers as well as educators, parents, and students; and, most importantly, serves as a catalyst for action. Recent reports address topics such as the pay gap between men and women, economic security of older women, sexual harassment on college campuses, and gender equity in science and engineering education.

Recent AAUW Research

Crossing the Line: Sexual Harassment at School (2011)

Comprehensive research on sexual harassment in grades 7-12 reveals sobering statistics about the prevalence of sexual harassment and the negative impact it has on students' education.

The Simple Truth about the Gender Pay Gap (2012)

This commonsense guide provides key facts about the gender pay gap in the United States, with explanations and resources to help you effectively advocate for pay equity.

Why So Few? Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (2010)

This in-depth report describes eight key research findings that point to environmental and social barriers that continue to block women’s participation and progress in science, technology, engineering, and math.

Where the Girls Are (2008)

A comprehensive look at girls’ educational achievement during the past 35 years, paying special attention to the relationship between girls' and boys' progress.

As part of AAUW's philanthropic mission, reports are made available at the lowest cost possible. Most reports are available in PDF form for free download. Research is published by AAUW unless otherwise indicated.  Please contact connect@aauw.org with any questions.