AAUW is: The American Association of University Women

HERE is a great video on what AAUW really does.

Organization Membership

AAUW, founded in 1881, is open to all graduates who hold an associate, baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

AAUW encourages diversity and has adopted the following: In principle and 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, physical ability, or class.

Our Mission

AAUW advances gender equity for women and girls through research, education,  and advocacy.

What We Do

The La Palma Cerritos Branch, founded in 1972, holds regular meetings with guest speakers and informational programming. There are opportunities to provide volunteer service at personal, local, community, regional and national levels. We do fundraising events for our national, regional and local projects, as well.

The AAUW Fund provides funds to advance education, research and self-development for women and to foster equity and positive societal change.

The Legal Advocacy Fund provides funding and a support system for women seeking judicial redress for sex discrimination in the workplace and academia.

Our Local Scholarship Fund provides Scholarships to women at Cerritos College who plan to continue studies at University level and recognition for outstanding performance.

Fun and fellowship are also vital parts of Branch life as we get to know each other through our many Interest Groups, activities and networking.