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The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a national organization that promotes equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive social change. AAUW offers scholarships, action for gender equity, and support for personal and professional growth, community leadership, and friendship.

 

AAUW in Our City

Members enjoy the opportunity to meet other educated women in our regular meetings and social gatherings geared toward their special interests. Our monthly meetings feature speakers discussing current events, women’s issues, and various topics of lifelong learning.

Education

AAUW is dedicated to education and with this as our primary focus, we offer annual collegiate scholarships to local residents.  We also contribute to the AAUW Fund, which supports graduate students, funds national research studies, and through the Legal Advocacy Fund supports women fighting discriminatory practices at higher education institutions.

AAUW History

Founded in 1881, the AAUW now represents over 170,000 members and supporters across the globe. At state, national, and international levels, AAUW values and seeks members of every race, creed, age, national origin, sexual orientation, and level of physical ability.

Our Purpose

    • Support community action programs
    • Promote lifelong education
    • Advocate gender equity
    • Support legislation on issues affecting women and children
    • Explore new learning and avocation opportunities
    • Socialize with other professional women

The American Association of University Women of Michigan (AAUW of MI) advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. Our nonpartisan, nonprofit organization has more than 165,000 members and supporters across the United States, as well as 1,000 local branches and 800 college and university partners.

AAUW of Detroit Branch, Inc., established in 1889, and is the oldest continuously active women’s organization in the city of Detroit. Since AAUW’s founding in 1881, our members have examined and taken positions on the fundamental issues of the day — educational, social, economic and political.

As an AAUW branch or individual member, you will receive the tangible benefits of: A voice in government, a powerful network, national and regional leadership activities, opportunities for activism, professional and educational support, access to fellowships, grants, and awards, international connections … just to name a few!

FOR BRANCH INFORMATION CONTACT:

Janet Watkins, President/Membership V.P.

detroitbranch@gmail.com

Please follow the website navigation bar for information about events, meetings, and how to join AAUW Detroit.

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