Mission Statements
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY OF WOMEN & AAUW EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
The American Association of University Women and the AAUW Educational Foundation advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research.
AAUW 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 LEGAL ADVOCACY FUND
The AAUW Legal Advocacy Fund provides funding and a support system for individuals seeking judicial redress for sex discrimination.
STATEMENT OF DIVERSITY
In principle and in 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, disability, or class.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENT
The American Association of University Women, founded in 1881, is open to all graduates who hold an associate's or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university.