AAUW
promotes equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive
societal change.
Since 1881 the American Association of University Women has been the
nation's leading voice promoting education and equity for women and
girls.
AAUW is composed of three corporations:
The Association—with
more than 100,000 members, 1,300 branches , and 550 college/university
institution partners nationwide—advocates education and equity.
Since its founding in 1881, members have examined and taken positions
on the fundamental issues of the day—educational, social, economic,
and political. Our commitment to our mission is reflected in our public
policy efforts ,programs ,Leadership and Training Institute , and
diversity initiatives . AAUW's work extends globally through its international
connections and membership in the International Federation of University
Women .
The AAUW
Educational Foundation is the world's largest source of funding
exclusively for graduate women. Each year the Foundation provides
about $4 million in fellowships, grants, and awards for outstanding
women around the globe and for community action projects. The Foundation
also funds pioneering research on women, girls, and education, and
international symposia .
The AAUW
Legal Advocacy Fund is the nation's largest legal fund focused
solely on sex discrimination in higher education. The Legal Advocacy
Fund provides funds and a support system for women seeking judicial
redress for sex discrimination in higher education.