American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a nationwide network of more than 170,000 members and supporters, 1,000 branches and 800 college/university/institution partners. For 138 years, AAUW 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 all aspects of our work.
Mission Statement:
To advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education and advocacy.
Vision Statement
Equity for all.
AAUW empowers all women and girls to reach their highest potential.
Values Statement
Nonpartisan.
Fact-based.
Integrity.
Inclusion and Intersectionality*.
By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women and girls have a fair chance.
AAUW Diversity Statement
In principle and practice, AAUW values and seeks an inclusive membership, workforce, leadership team, and board of directors. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, geographical location, national origin, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status.
*Intersectionality – The complex and cumulative way that the effects of different forms of discrimination combine, overlap, and intersect especially in the experiences of marginalized people or groups.