News & Events

Ex-Astronaut Bonnie Dunbar to Headline Educational Foundation Benefit

Save the date, February February 27, 2010, for an exciting Puget Sound area AAUW-WA Educational Foundation benefit to be held at the Museum of Flight in Seattle. Retired NASA astronaut and current President and CEO of the Museum of Flight, Bonnie Dunbar, will speak on the topic, "Space Exploration in the 21st Century: Where are Hypatia's Daughters?"  More...
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Ruth Mwandira Continues Her Crusade for Gender Equality in Malawi

"If women in my country were empowered, most of our problems would go away," so says Ruth Mwandira, who was a featured speaker at the AAUW-WA state convention in 2008.  Ruth, who is finishing her Ph.D. at OSU will soon go back to Malawi to continue her work on behalf of women and children. Read more.

Let's All Go to Walla Walla!

Plans are well underway for the 2010 AAUW-WA state convention, "Washington Women: From Suffrage to Success," that will be held at Walla Walla Community College April 16-18.  Program details and registration information will be available the first of the year, but there is no need to wait to start making your plans.

Check out this video - "Walla Walla - The Tour Starts Here."

Welcome

Welcome to the website for AAUW of Washington State.  At AAUW we recently celebrated our 125th anniversary.  Much has changed since 1881, but our mission remains the same:  to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research.

If you are not already a member of AAUW-WA, we hope that you will consider joining one of our 37 branches across the state.  As a member, you will enjoy participation in all activities at the branch, state, and national levels, including interest groups, action groups, meetings, and conventions.  You will have the opportunity to be part of a powerful network of members who value education and equal rights and who believe in taking action.  Wherever you go, you will find a community of friends who share your values.

AAUW's strength comes from our local branches.  Use the "How Can I Join" button on this page to find a branch near you, or Contact Us and we will be happy to answer any questions you have.

"By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women have a fair chance."

Dixie Swenson, President
AAUW-WA

(Pictured above:  Delegates to AAUW 2009 Convention in St. Louis.)

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Mission Statement
The American Association of University advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education and research.
Vision Statement
AAUW will be a powerful advocate and visible leader in equity and education through research, philanthropy, and measurable change in critical areas impacting the lives of women and girls.
Value Promise
By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through education and economic barriers so all women have a fair chance.