Bylaws Toolkit

Rules and Tools

The AAUW Bylaws contain the guidelines and regulations enacted by AAUW to provide a framework for its operation and management.

As the leader in your branch who is responsible for bylaws, you need to make sure your branch is following AAUW’s policies and has up-to-date bylaws. Collaborate with your president or administrator to understand AAUW’s policies and review your own rules.

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AAUW Bylaws

The AAUW Bylaws contain the rules and regulations enacted by AAUW to provide a framework for its operation and management.

Model Bylaws

States, branches and comparable AAUW-affiliated entities must develop and maintain bylaws that comply with AAUW policies and federal and state laws. Review your own bylaws and determine if they need updating to meet all requirements. AAUW entities must adopt all the mandatory sections contained in the AAUW model bylaws.

Board Policies

This manual of AAUW board policies and responsibilities covers operations, membership and finances.

Strategic Plan

States, branches and comparable AAUW-affiliated entities are encouraged to embrace these goals and strategies, build your own plans, and determine how you can contribute to AAUW’s shared organizational success within the parameters of your own resources and communities.

Volunteer Leadership Positions

Except for the specific administrative and financial responsibilities to AAUW, job descriptions are flexible based on your organization’s resources and interests. Review the position descriptions and amend them to meet your organization’s needs.

Affiliate Agreements

All AAUW organizations must sign an affiliate agreement. Access the forms and read the background of this policy.

AAUW Resolutions and Index

These resolutions include principles to guide study and action, as well as general statements of AAUW policy.

Please direct membership inquiries to connect@aauw.org.

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