Education
As soon as girls start school, they encounter attitudes and expectations about what they 'should' and 'shouldn't' do. This continues throughout their schooling, steering them toward certain career paths and…
As soon as girls start school, they encounter attitudes and expectations about what they 'should' and 'shouldn't' do. This continues throughout their schooling, steering them toward certain career paths and…
With the nation facing a persistent pandemic, volatile political unrest and a fractured, fragile economy, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris face an unprecedented array of challenges. Addressing…
AAUW advocates increased support for and protection of programs that meet the needs of girls and women in elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education, including strong promotion of science, technology, engineering,…
AAUW strongly supports the vigorous enforcement of Title IX and all other civil rights laws pertaining to education.
To achieve economic security for all women, AAUW advocates pay equity and fairness in compensation and benefits.
Employees who are paid fairly are more loyal and productive. The majority of Americans — 60% according to an AAUW Survey — think the wage gap is due to bias.
AAUW seeks to promote inclusion and awareness for all members to create an equitable, sustainable and inclusive membership reflective of today’s world.
We need to not only value the importance of intersectionality, diversity and equity, we must do the work — and it is lifelong work, core to our mission and vision.
AAUW depends on the dedication and commitment of its members and supporters to ensure the vitality of the organization and its programs.
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