The Buffalo (NY) Branch of the American Association of University Women ( AAUW ) was founded in 1890, and is one of the largest AAUW branches in New York State, with over 200 members. Our members represent women leaders from the arts, business, education, government, law, medicine, science, and technology.
The American Association of University Women advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. AAUW encourages diversity and has adopted the following:
1. In principle and 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.
2. AAUW, founded in 1881, is open to all graduates who hold an associate's or equivalent or higher degree from an accredited college or university. Those who do not hold such a degree can affiliate as Friends of the Buffalo Branch, and undergradutes may become Student Affiliates..
3. AAUW is the oldest and largest national organization working for all women and girls, with more than 100,000 members.
4. The AAUW Educational Foundation provides funds to advance education, research, and self-development for women.
5. AAUW's Legal Advocacy Fund provides funding and a support system for women seeking judicial redress for gender discrimination
AAUW has more than 1,300 AAUW branches across the continental United States , Alaska , Hawaii , Guam , and Puerto Rico . AAUW members enjoy opportunities to network at the local, state and national levels, sponsor community action projects to promote equity, serve in leadership positions, and lobby local and state legislators on AAUW priority issues.
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