The women of AAUW – the American Association of University Women – are tenacious and trailblazing.

Our mission is gender equity and economic security. Salaries early in a career can have long-lasting impacts through retirement.

AAUW continues the fight for fair pay as women still earn just 82 cents for every dollar paid to a man. Research suggests that women lose more than $400,000 over a 40 year career due to the wage gap. For black women and Latinas, these lifetime earning losses can top $1million.

AAUW is non-partisan, but not values-neutral. We pursue both education and policy changes  Our Start Smart and Work Smart programs help women advocate for themselves to improve their pay and benefits. Our members also work with local, state and federal officials on laws and policies to ensure equity and end discrimination.

To learn more about AAUW, join us at a meeting or visit the AAUW National website.