Striving for Equity Since 1881
Over the past 140 years, AAUW has evolved to become the leading voice in advancing gender equity in education and workplaces everywhere. Through research, education and advocacy, we’re committed to ensuring that everyone gets the same opportunity to learn, earn and lead. More>>
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2023 Annual Meeting and Conference
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NCCWSL (National Conference for College Women Student Leaders) is coming up!
Annually, AAUW invites hundreds of college women from around the country for three days of leadership training, inspiration and networking. Information about the 2023 conference–May 31-June 3–can be found here.
AAUW Statement on Dobbs Decision
AAUW strongly condemns the U.S. Supreme Court’s June 24, 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. AAUW believes everyone has the right to make decisions about their own reproductive lives without government interference. Abortion access is vital to women’s ability to control their lives, bodies and futures. Without reproductive freedom, there can be no equity. Read the full statement>>
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We Support Programs for Women and Girls
Tech Trek makes STEM fields exciting and accessible for middle school girls
AAUW Tillamook Branch has held Tech Trek STEM camp for girls who are passionate about science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
STEMEd for Girls, a series of six lively, informative and engaging virtual workshops that pave the way for success through high school, into college and eventually on to a career. Learn more here.
Start Smart, Work Smart, Money Smart
AAUW wants to help new graduates feel confident about entering the job market with Start Smart. Or sign up for Work Smart Online, a free salary negotiation course, or Money Smart, a financial literacy program.
AAUW of Oregon Breaking Barriers Achievement Award
Given annually to Oregon women who are currently not AAUW members, or to an Oregon group, organization and/or institution who, within the past five years, have exemplified AAUW’s mission in a manner that has had a demonstrative impact on our state’s women and girls in the areas of equity and/or education. More>>
AAUW Special Consultative Status with U.N. Department of Economic and Social Affairs
Through AAUW’s special consultative status with the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, we attend briefings, organize events, and participate in coalitions to take action on issues that impact girls and women: access to education and training, women’s economic security, opportunities in STEM, ending human trafficking and working with Commission on the Status of Women.
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