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's 130th Anniversary!

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AAUW recently released a public service announcement (PSA) aimed at a student audience that asks whether a student is using a pick-up line or crossing the line. Please share this PSA with teenagers you know and encourage them to visit the AAUW website for information on how to respond to harassers and create change at their school. Take some time to read and watch highlights from the Crossing the Line Panel Discussion. Check out what others are blogging about sexual harassment in school and join the discussion with your own blog.

Additional Videos: It's My Vote, I Will be Heard Crossing the Line, A Panel Discussion Pick up Line or Crossing the Line

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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.