Leadership
The pipeline is filled with qualified women ready to move into top slots. Yet it isn't happening: Barriers, biases and an outdated workplace model present challenges to women eager to…
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The Gender Pay Gap
No matter how you analyze it, the gender pay gap is real, persistent and harmful to women’s financial well-being.
Our History
AAUW’s story begins in 1881, when a small group of female college graduates banded together to open the doors for women’s career advancement and to encourage more women to pursue…
Fast Facts: Occupational Segregation
Workplace and Economic Equity
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.
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Check out AAUW action, experts and research making headlines
Why Gender Equity Is Good for Employers
Workplace and Economic Equity
Employees who are paid fairly are more loyal and productive. The majority of Americans — 60% according to an AAUW Survey — think the wage gap is due to bias.
AAUW Names Gloria L. Blackwell as New CEO
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AAUW announces that Gloria L. Blackwell will be the new organization's new CEO, effective October 18.
AAUW Board of Directors Selects New CEO
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The Board of Directors of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) today announced that Gloria L. Blackwell will be AAUW’s new Chief Executive, effective October 18, 2021.