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Women Shortchanged $500 Billion Annually

Read AAUW’s 2018 Simple Truth report to learn the facts about the gender pay gap and what you can do to close it. Read more »

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Get Paid What You’re Worth

Take AAUW Work Smart Online, a free one-hour salary negotiation course now! Read more »

Women in the United States are typically paid 80 cents for every dollar paid to men.

The Pay Gap Stuck at 20 Cents

Unless we change course, the gap won’t close until 2106. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau) Read more »

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AAUW Salary Negotiation Workshops Coming to Kansas and Missouri!

AAUW, the Women’s Foundation, and Kansas City Mayor Sly James are bringing Work Smart training to 1 million in the two states. Read more »

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Apply for AAUW’s Fellowships and Grants Today!

Follow in the footsteps of award-winning authors, scientists, scholars, and change makers. (Photo: Career Development Grantee Lilliane Cooper) Read more »

When women vote, we change the conversation. It's my vote. I will be heard.

What’s at Stake in The 2018 Election?

AAUW’s Action Fund voter issue guide provides critical information about key concerns that are critical to women and their families. Read more »

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Know Your Rights: Sexual Harassment on Campus

College women are disproportionately affected by sexual harassment and violence, impeding their ability to participate fully in campus life. Read more »

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Call for Candidates: AAUW Board of Directors

Apply for election to the AAUW Board of Directors and help ensure the strength, relevance, and viability of AAUW into the future. Read more »

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Congratulations to AAUW’s 2018–19 Fellows and Grantees!

We’re proud to award $3.9 million to support 250 women and nonprofits improving the lives of women and girls. Read more »

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Know Your Rights:
The Equal Pay Act

Despite the passage of the Equal Pay Act 55 years ago, women’s wages are still unequal to those of their male peers. Read more »

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Report: Women and Student Debt

AAUW’s new analysis finds that women hold the majority of college debt — and take longer to pay it off. Read more »

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Tell Congress:
Speak Up for Students

Any Higher Education Act reauthorization must ensure accessible and affordable higher education for all. Read more »

What’s the Gender Pay Gap in Your State?

Interactive map features state pay gap and status of pay equity laws. Read more »

AAUW 2018 Strategic Plan

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