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To advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research.

The Current Garden Statement Past Garden Statements AAUW 2011 Annual Report AAUW's Impact across 130 Years Download the 2011 annual report Charity Navigator Awards Four Star Rating (highest) to National AAUW More info... Sexual Harassment in the Schools Crossing the Line - Read the Report - Media Coverage - AAUW Research Founding Mothers of AAUW Young Women Determined to Change the World for Women and Girls Article by Jean-Marie Navetta Spotlight on STEM: Women in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. AAUW 2011 National Convention *Breaking through Barriers: Advocating for Change* Publications, Votes, Pics, and more... Gender Pay Gap in New Jersey Study published by AAUW-NJ Closing the Wage Gap at Work for Women. More info...
AAUW-NJ EVENTS :
Nomination Submission Deadline: *25th Annual AAUW-NJ Women as Agents of Change Award* To be Presented at the AAUW-NJ Annual Meeting New Deadline: January 25, 2012 More info... AAUW-NJ Annual Meeting April 14, 2012, 8:30 – 2:30 Forsgate County Club, Monroe Twp. NJ More info... TeenTech 2012: Connecting Girls and Technology Hands-on Tech Workshops for Girls in Grades 9, 10, and 11 May 23, 2012 The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ More Info...
NEWS and ANNOUNCEMENTS:
PRESENTATIONS:
What is the AAUW Impact? View Presentation AAUW-NJ Issues Conference January, 29th 2011 Combating Violence Against Women: A Moral and National Security Imperative Powerpoint Presentation Breaking through Barriers - View AAUW's new promotional video featuring thought-provoking stats on women and girls, and personal reflections by individuals on the moment they knew there were still barriers to break. Negotiation 101, presented by Lindsey Pollack Video of a Salary Negotation Workshop. This workshop, featuring Lilly Ledbetter, focuses on the Paycheck Fairness Act. The Truth about Boys and Girls - AAUW's "Behind the Pay Gap", NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams Video.
AAUW POSITIONS ON:
Pay Equity Work-Life Balance Retirement Security Health Care Title IX Affirmative Action Reproductive Rights Hate Crimes STEM ESEA (No Child Left Behind) Welfare/TANF Vocational Education Higher Education Other Issues

WELCOME TO AAUW-NJ

AAUW– New Jersey is a state level organization of AAUW, formerly known as American Association of University Women. In addition to several statewide events, local branches actively further national and community goals and capitalize on their networking opportunities. The NJ state publication, The Garden Statement, reports regularly on AAUW-NJ participation in public policy, the Educational Foundation, the Legal Advocacy Fund, and state and local issues. The New Jersey organization is celebrating 85 years in New Jersey – from 1927 - 2012.

AAUW-NJ highlights include -

• Raising more than $100,000 annually for the Foundation and the Legal Advocacy Fund
• Scholarships awards to New Jersey women
• Advisors to the State Department of Education on gender bias and equity issue
• Working in coalition on state issues affecting women and girls
• Lobbies for formation and continuance of county commissions on women and for economic equity
• Sponsor of voter registration drives and candidate forums
• Community projects for literacy, pre-school ed., child care, and nutrition for pregnant teenagers
• Initiating state legislation, like the New Jersey Council on Environmental Quality

AAUW is the community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women have a fair chance. Hear the true stories from women and men about the moment when they realized there was still work to be done. View AAUW's Breaking through Barriers Video.

November was AAUW 130th Anniversary!

AAUW 2011 Convention Highlights (from AAUWinfo's Channel)

View a Flickr slide show for more pictures

Title IX Compliance: Know the Score	Branch Program Resources	AAUW Partner

Now more than ever, the American Association of University Women needs strength in numbers. With more than 100,000 members, 1,300 branches, and 550 college and university partners, AAUW uses its powerful voice on critical issues affecting women and girls. Join AAUW today!

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In principle and in 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.

The American Association of University Women promotes equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive societal change.