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Equity Now

Together, we can achieve a vision of equity for women and girls.

Advancing gender equity through
education and advocacy.

AAUW 2025 Strategic Plan

AAUW’s 2025 Strategic Plan outlines how we’ll advance equity for women and girls by expanding access to higher education, advocating for inclusive policies, and strengthening our nationwide member network.

Summer Reading 2025

Recent Books by AAUW Fellows & Grantees

Pay Gap Data Shows Women Falling Behind; AAUW Steps Up with Solutions

AAUW is disappointed to see the newly released U.S. Census Bureau data showing that the gender pay gap has widened for the second consecutive year. In 2024, all women working full-time, year-round were paid 81 cents, and all earners (including part-time and seasonal workers) were paid 76 cents for every dollar paid to non-Hispanic white men. In annual income, women were paid $57,520, compared to $71,090 paid to non-Hispanic white men. This is not a minor fluctuation but a statistically significant setback that underscores a troubling trend: women working full time are falling further behind. 

AAUW’s Annual Report: A Year of Impact

Discover how AAUW is advancing equity for women and girls nationwide. Our latest Annual Report highlights key achievements, financials, and the impact of our programs over Fiscal Year 2024. Be sure to check out AAUW’s stories of impact. 

Grassroots Feminism in Higher Ed: Building Coalitions for Women’s Rights

Explore how higher education can fuel feminist activism and drive systemic change. In this powerful panel, experts discuss the evolving landscape of women’s rights under a new administration and share strategies for building coalitions rooted in research, solidarity, and leadership. Watch now to gain insight into the role of academia in advancing gender equity.

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