Idaho

Lilly Ledbetter with Coeur d'Alene member Lynn Brooks, St. Louis '09 National Convention

Equity is still an issue

While education is AAUW's primary focus, we have always spoken out about vital social, economic, and political issues. We have long influenced legislative debates on critical issues such as gender-fair education, civil rights, family and medical leave, equal pay for equal work, reproductive choice, affirmative action, welfare reform, and health care reform. We condemn all forms of discrimination.

If equity is at issue, we're there. Lobbying legislators and taking a stand on policy issues. Raising money to fund research. Publishing groundbreaking studies. Spearheading community programs. Launching voter education campaigns. Mentoring women and girls. Working with educators to better engage girls in learning. Awarding fellowships and grants to outstanding women around the globe through the AAUW Educational Foundation. Providing legal support to fight sex discrimination through the AAUW Legal Advocacy Fund.

AAUW values and seeks members of every race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, and level of physical ability. Membership is now open to anyone with an associate's degree (or equivalent), a baccalaureate degree or higher from an accredited college or university. These new guidelines were voted on at the 2005 national convention.

There are seven branches in Idaho that meet on a regular basis to develop programs that promote equity. Branch members are also part of the state AAUW Idaho and the national organization. In Idaho, prospective members should visit the Join page and email the membership or branch contact; others should call 1-800-326-AAUW or e-mail info@aauw.org.

Public Policy Advocacy

The public policy program underscores AAUW's mission of advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research, and speaks to women's needs, aspirations, and concerns across the life span. The work of AAUW builds upon over a century of responsible public participation at the local, state, national, and international levels. AAUW is committed to working in partnership with diverse allies. To explore more about Issue Advocacy, click here.

To get involved in advocacy here in Idaho, visit our Advocacy page and email our Public Policy Vice President Sylvia Chariton for information about current issues and legislation. On the Advocacy page, you will also find contact information to write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper or your elected officials.

AAUW Funds

Philanthropy is now a part of AAUW's mission. Please visit our News page for more information about giving opportunities, and contact Funds Chair Kitty Geidl for more information.