Black Women in Politics: From Social Mobilizing to Elected Office
When it comes to civic participation and mobilization, black women are leading the way. But they remain severely underrepresented in electoral politics. Read more »
4 Reasons Why Student Athletes Are Political Front-Runners
While Title IX prevents sexual discrimination in all areas of education, the law is best known for ensuring gender equity in women’s athletics. The critical law has empowered millions of […] Read more »
Finding Community and Belonging with AAUW
As a transfer student and new mom, Theresa Johnson wasn’t sure how going back to college would be. But the sense of community she found with AAUW has given her new friendships and opportunities that go beyond her dreams. Read more »
Your Guide to Awkward Family Conversations about Sexism
What do you say when your sister says, “I wouldn’t vote for a woman president. They’re too sensitive!” Read more »
AAUW Student Activists Are Challenging the Status Quo
These student superstars are taking on big campus issues, from sexual assault to underrepresentation in STEM. Read more »
Empowering Global Leaders
At age 22, Donya Nasser has made it all the way to the United Nations. Over the next year she will attend high-level meetings and forums and travel across the country to support gender equality. Read more »
Your New #SquadGoals: 10 Fierce Feminists
These multilingual, multifaceted ladies are our future physicians, policy makers, community organizers, and leaders in business — in other words, the feminist #SquadGoals you’ve been dreaming of. Read more »
¿Qué Pasa, USA? The State of the Latina Address
Latinas make up less than 2 percent of members of Congress — but over the last decade, the number of Latinas in political office has started to grow rapidly. Read more »
These AAUW Opportunities Can Make Your School Year Even Better
Whether you’re a student or campus professional, there’s an opportunity for you to make this school year great, any time of the year. Read more »
5 Things I Learned from Losing an Election
Last year, I ran for student government president at Purdue University. I lost the election. However, I learned that there are other (more important) ways to define success. Read more »
