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About AAUW
The American Association of University Women is a national organization that promotes equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive social change. The AAUW offers scholarships, action for gender equity, and support for personal and professional growth, community leadership, and friendship.

AAUW in Humboldt County
Members enjoy the opportunity to meet other professional women in our regular meetings and social gatherings geared toward their special interests. Our monthly meetings feature speakers which cover the gamit and include delicious meals or sharing our favorite receipes during a potluck.  Special interest activities include two gourment groups, three book groups, five card groups, and a travel, drama, movie and Great Decision group.  The Humboldt Branch is also actively involved in supporting the community by providing scholarships to re-entry women, honoring the best female graduate at Eureka Adult School, promoting literacy by providing books to the Humboldt  Literacy Project, assisting in the organization of the biannual Expanding Your Horizons Conference for 7th and 8th grade girls and providing funds to Tech Trek, a science and math summer camp. 

AAUW History
Founded in 1881, the AAUW now represents over 150,000 college graduates across the United States. The Association is also part of the International Federation of University Women (IFUW) with members in 67 countries around the world. At state, national and international levels, AAUW values and seeks members of every race, creed, age, national origin, sexual orientation, and level of physical ability.

Our Purpose

• Involvement in community action programs
• Promote lifelong education
• Advocate gender equity
• Support legislation on issues affecting women and children
• Explore new opportunities
• Socialize with other professional women