National Election
Every Voice Matters
AAUW members play an important role in shaping the future for women and girls by choosing the organization’s leaders and policy priorities.
National Election 2021
It’s your AAUW, and your voice counts.
Welcome to the 2021 AAUW National Election page. Voting is now open! For this vote, members are asked to vote to elect members to the national AAUW Board of Directors and vote on changes to the bylaws that would open membership and on changes to the Public Policy Priorities.
Here you’ll find all the information you need to vote. Voting closes at 5:00 pm ET on Monday, May 17, 2021.
Bylaws Amendment on Open Membership: Learn More About the Proposed Changes
Public Policy Priorities: Learn More About the Proposed Changes
Resources
Open Membership Toolkit
This spring, AAUW members will vote on a long-standing membership requirement, which creates a barrier to women who do not hold a college degree. By eliminating this requirement, AAUW can become a more diverse and inclusive organization, better aligned with the needs of women today.
AAUW Election: FAQ

Key Dates for 2021 Vote
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April 7
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Voting opens – online voting is encouraged
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April 16
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Last day to request a paper ballot
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April 30
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Postmark deadline for mailing paper ballots; ballots must be postmarked by 11:59 pm ET to be counted
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May 17
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Online voting ends at 5:00 pm ET
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May 19
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Vote results announced online; AAUW annual meeting
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Board Town Hall: Degree Requirement and Dues
Board members discuss the recent notification of a prospective dues increase, share information about our racial equity and justice work, and what to expect on the AAUW voting ballot this year.
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Please direct membership inquiries to connect@aauw.org.