About AAUW

AAUW (formerly known as The American Association of University Women) is a nationwide network of more than 100,000 members and donors, 1,000 branches, and 500 college/university partners.

For more than 128 years, AAUW members have examined and taken positions on the fundamental issues of the day--educational, social, economic, and political.  Our commitment ot our mission is reflected in all aspects of our work.

AAUW’s Mission
Advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research.

AAUW’s Value Promise:
By joining AAUW, we belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women have a fair chance.

AAUW has a history and tradition of supporting education for women and girls through the Education Foundation. The Legal Advocacy Fund supports women who are seeking legal remedies to discrimination in the workplace. AAUW has also been the sponsor for several significant research studies examining such issues as gender bias in the classroom, sexual harassment in schools and the transition of women into new workforce roles. AAUW recently celebrated its 125^th anniversary. The Butler Branch is part of a state organization as well as the national association. In principle and practice, AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.

Diversity Statements
In principle and practice, AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participatio in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or class.

Membership
AAUW is open to all graduates who hold an associate (or equivalent) or higher degree from an accredited college or university.