In 1920, the Association of Collegiate Alumnae (a predecessor to AAUW) helped raise money to purchase a gram of radium for Marie Curie.
Frances Perkins was the first woman to serve in as a member of the U.S. Cabinet, appointed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933. Perkins was an active AAUW member…
Having a mix of members of different generations interacting and working together provides for a variety of perspectives. If we hope to solve the world’s most pressing issues regarding gender…
During their roundtable discussion with Secretary DeVos, civil rights advocates expressed their frustration about the absence of diverse communities in the conversation.
Step-by-step instructions on how AAUW state and branch leaders should record donations.
Veterans bring another type of diversity to an organization. While they make look like everyone else, they bring unique ideas and perspectives based on their experiences. It is important for…
A collection of AAUW's press releases and media statements.
To guarantee equality, individual rights, and social justice for a diverse and inclusive society, AAUW advocates freedom from violence and fear of violence, including hate crimes, in homes, schools, workplaces,…
Access to abortion is not only a fundamental right, it is critical to a woman’s ability to control her life, her body and her future. Expanding reproductive services increases women’s…
Registration for AAUW’s Virtual Economic Empowerment Webinars is now open!
