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Fast Facts: Occupational Segregation
Occupations that are dominated by men generally pay better than female-dominated ones, even when they require the same level of skill and/or education.
AAUW Awards a Record $6.3 Million to Women Scholars and Community Organizations
AAUW has awarded a record $6.3 million to women scholars and community organizations. The awards were given to 285 fellows and grantees to advance educational and professional opportunities for women…
Beth Paige, et al., v. U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Three women, each of whom worked for USAID for more than 27 years in overseas posts, achieved the highest rank in the Senior Foreign Service (Career Minister). But in 2016,…
AAUW Celebrates Legacy Circle Members
We gratefully acknowledge the 712 visionary members who are now members of AAUW’s Legacy Circle. We are excited for the continued growth of our Legacy Circle.
Honoring 50 Years of Title IX
Title IX is a landmark federal law prohibiting sex discrimination in education. It protects staff and students in any educational institution or program that receives federal funds. And AAUW is…
Know Your Rights
Although AAUW cannot provide legal advice or referrals, this information can help you decide what to do next or where to find legal help.
AAUW Statement Strongly Condemning the U.S. Supreme Court’s Opinion on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization
While the Court’s decision is a major setback for all Americans, AAUW remains steadfast in our commitment to protecting reproductive rights, a vital component of gender equity.
How to Make Paying Off Student Debt as Painless as Possible
Student loan debt keeps millions of graduates from being able to build savings, buy a home or get ahead in life, and this is particularly true for women. In fact,…
Statement on the Nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court
As an organization that has worked for 140 years to advance the rights of all women, AAUW views her nomination as a historic milestone that will move us more swiftly…