Women of Distinction Awards
The AAUW Women of Distinction program pays tribute to women leaders who have made extraordinary accomplishments in their professions or their communities.
The AAUW Women of Distinction program pays tribute to women leaders who have made extraordinary accomplishments in their professions or their communities.
Although the laws that prohibit gender discrimination in employment and education are decades old, women on colleges and university campuses often face discrimination. Knowing your rights is the first step…
If you’re on the path to graduate school — or think you might be one day — take a moment to answer the following questions. Doing so can help you…
Two hundred and sixty awardees have received ot an unprecedented $5 million in fellowships and grants from the American Association for Women (AAUW) for the 2021-22 academic year. The awards…
Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination based on sex. It is a violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
We rely on our members and supporters to help us drive systematic policy change, shift work cultures and empower women.
Unlike the majority of developed countries worldwide, the United States does not guarantee paid annual leave, paid time off for illness or family care or paid parental leave.
Jobs most commonly held by women — cashiers, secretaries and bookkeeping clerks, for example — face some of the highest risks of becoming automated in the future.
AAUW advocates for universal access to quality, affordable health care, including insurance, and comprehensive family planning services.
Learn more about AAUW Board of Directors’ policies and responsibilities, information about Board deliberations and positions, and a tentative schedule of Board meetings.