Even though all AAUW branches are tax-exempt organizations, they are still required to submit annual filings to several government organizations - the IRS, California Franchise Tax Board, and the Read More
AAUW California will continue to embrace the advantages of the virtual world in 2021-22 by conducting another series of Zoom webinars on topics that promise to interest branch leaders, members, and the public. Several webinars will relate to this year’s focus: “M&Ms: Marketing and Membership.” Speakers will share ideas for building membership through marketing, publicity, advocacy, branch programs, etc. with a particular emphasis on engaging working and retirement age groups.
A recording of the presentations will be posted following the session.
Click on the highlighted workshop link to register, view materials and video presentation.
| 09/08/2021 | 7 PM | You’re in Charge. Now What? What Boards Need to Know
You took the plunge and volunteered! What's next? Find the resources, tips and tricks to manage your branch with state and national resources. |
Sandi Gabe |
| 09/30/2021 | 7 PM | Speech Trek
Want your teenagers to learn how to communicate without using their thumbs? Discover how your branch can host a Speech Trek competition--virtual or in-person--to get high school teens talking, especially about this year's compelling topic. Attend this webinar to learn why and how to run a competition that is rewarding for your community youth and your branch! |
Marlene Cain |
| 10/12/2021 | 7 PM | Beyond the Newsletter!
“Oh gosh, I didn’t know about that!” How many times have you heard that comment? How can you get the word out? Explore an arsenal of different publicity tools to promote branch events to your members and the public. Some are old; some are new. All are needed. |
Dawn Johnson |
| 10/23/2021 | 10 AM | AAUW Fund Event
Black Holes? Rural women’s health? Social classification? What incredible topics are the 37(!) AAUW-funded fellowship and grant recipients studying? Attend this live virtual event showcasing their personal stories and fascinating studies. But wait, there's more! This is a chance to see the great speakers who can be scheduled for branch programs! |
Lynne Batchelor |
| 10/26/2021 | 7 PM | Tech Trek Coordinators' Meeting
Branch Tech Trek Coordinators and Branch Presidents are invited to join Karen Manelis, Tech Trek Program Director, for a wrap up of what transpired in 2021 including establishment of the new Tech Trek Committee, virtual camp outcomes and plans for the 2022 camp season. |
Karen Manelis |
| 10/30/2021 | 10 AM | AAUW Fund Event
Black Holes? Rural women’s health? Social classification? What incredible topics are the 37(!) AAUW-funded fellowship and grant recipients studying? Attend this live virtual event showcasing their personal stories and fascinating studies. But wait, there's more! This is a chance to see the great speakers who can be scheduled for branch programs! |
Lynne Batchelor |
| 11/07/2021 | 1 PM | AAUW Fund Event
Black Holes? Rural women’s health? Social classification? What incredible topics are the 37(!) AAUW-funded fellowship and grant recipients studying? Attend this live virtual event showcasing their personal stories and fascinating studies. But wait, there's more! This is a chance to see the great speakers who can be scheduled for branch programs! |
Lynne Batchelor |
| 01/11/2022 | 7 PM | Finding New Members from Gen Z to Boomers! (rescheduled)
Members, members, wherefore art thou, members? AAUW branches must keep their member rosters healthy in order to continue their impactful work. Attend this webinar to explore new and creative ideas from successful branches for finding our best asset! |
Sandi Gabe |
| 1/19/2022 | 7 PM | Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn - Your Key to Outreach - Part I Social media demystified! Can you take a picture on your cell phone? If so, you can create an account and get started reaching new audiences. We’ll make it easy to understand! Part II (February 22, 2022) will focus on how to create effective posts for each platform. |
Sandi Gabe |
| 1/21/2022 | 12 noon | Entrepreneurship- is it for me? Are you interested in starting your own company? Do you think it’s time for you to do your own thing? What is holding you back? Join Yvonne Campos, a successful entrepreneur who founded three companies and has seen entrepreneurship from the inside out. She started her first company in 1975, a qualitative research consultancy, then in1983 she founded Campos Market Research, Inc. a full service research and strategy company, and in 2016 she founded Next Act Fund , an Angel Investment Fund. What has she learned along the way? How has entrepreneurship evolved? If she were someone like you starting a company today, what would she do differently? |
Sharyn Siebert |
| 2/22/2022 | 12 noon | From Corporate America To Entrepreneurship-How Do We Transition?
This Lunch and Learn session continues our exploration of Entrepreneurship. Have you ever wanted to start your own business, but don’t know how to transition from your comfort zone to your own zone? Join us to learn how from Laura Hall, consultant for WHYZ Partners and former President of Polo Ralph Lauren Accessories |
Sandi Gabe |
| 2/22/2022 | 7 PM | Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn - Your Key to Outreach - Part II
Yearning to create the perfect social media post? No, one size doesn’t fit all. Learn how to customize your message to reach your specific audience. Recommended preparation – Participate in or watch Finding New Members from Gen Z to Boomers to review key audience characteristics. |
Sandi Gabe |
| 4/7/2022 | 7 PM | Let’s Get Ready to Rumble – Everything you need to know to prepare for Lobby Day!
If you are interested in participating in Lobby Week 2022, you must complete a short survey no later than February 28th. Click HERE to complete the survey and register. If you are interested in attending the webinar but not participating in Lobby Week, Click HERE to register. This webinar will provide training for members who have registered to participate in Lobby Week April 11-15, 2022. Members will be given detailed information on our priority bills, which they will be discussing with their representatives, as well as training on how to have the maximum impact in those discussions. Members will also be given ample opportunity to ask questions. This webinar is MANDATORY for all those who are participating in Lobby Week, however is open to all members who may wish to learn more about our priority bills. |
Kathi Harper |
| Postponed | FROM IDEA TO REALITY – How to Monetize Your Idea
Join Ritu Narayan the founder of Zūm, a San Francisco Bay Area company, in conversation with AAUW California Director, Sharyn Sibert. They’ll discuss the challenges of being a working mom with two active children and how Ritu started Ridezum as a solution. |
Sharyn Siebert | |
| 4/30/2022 | 9 AM | 2022 Annual Event– A Real Adventure!
Grab your compass and join the expedition to AAUWLand at the AAUW Annual Event on Saturday, April 30th 9-3 via Zoom. |
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| 5/24/2022 | 7 PM | Let's Talk Taxes: Government Filings Demystified Even though all AAUW branches are tax-exempt organizations, they are still required to submit annual filings to several government organizations – the IRS, California Franchise Tax Board, and the California Attorney General’s Office. In this webinar, the Finance Committee will guide you through the gamut of forms such as 990s, 199s, RRF-1, CT-TR-1 and raffle reports, and answer questions. The webinar is useful for branch finance officers and presidents. The speakers will be the members of the AAUW California Finance Committee: Roli Wendorf |
Roli Wendorf |
FROM IDEA TO REALITY – How to Monetize Your Idea
This Lunch and Learn session continues our exploration of Entrepreneurship. Join Ritu Narayan the founder of Zūm, a San Francisco Bay Area company, in conversation with AAUW California Director, Read More
From Corporate America To Entrepreneurship-How Do We Transition?
This Lunch and Learn session continues our exploration of Entrepreneurship. Have you ever wanted to start your own business, but don’t know how to transition from your comfort zone to your own Read More
Let’s Get Ready to Rumble – Everything you need to know to prepare for Lobby Day 2022!
This webinar provides training for members who have registered to participate in Lobby Week April 11-15, 2022. Members received detailed information on our priority bills, which they will be Read More
Entrepreneurship: Is It For Me?
Are you interested in starting your own company? Do you think it's time for you to do your own thing? What is holding you back? Join Yvonne Campos, a successful entrepreneur who founded three Read More
Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn – Your Key to Outreach – Part I
Social media demystified! Can you take a picture on your cell phone? If so, you can create an account and get started reaching new audiences. We’ll make it easy to understand! Part II (February 22, Read More
Finding New Members from Gen Z to Boomers!
Members, members, wherefore art thou, members? AAUW branches must keep their member rosters healthy in order to continue their impactful work. Attend this webinar to explore new and creative ideas Read More
Facebook and Instagram – Your Key to Outreach – Part II
Yearning to create the perfect social media post? No, one size doesn't fit all. Learn how to customize your message to reach your specific audience. Recommended preparation - Participate in or Read More
AAUW 2021 Fund Events
Black Holes? Rural women’s health? Social classification? What incredible topics are the 37(!) AAUW-funded fellowship and grant recipients studying? Attend these live virtual events showcasing their Read More
Tech Trek Branch Coordinators’ Meeting
Branch Tech Trek Coordinators and Branch Presidents joined Karen Manelis, Tech Trek Program Director, for a wrap up of what transpired in 2021 including establishment of the new Tech Trek Committee, Read More
Speech Trek 101 for 2022
Want your teenagers to learn how to communicate without using their thumbs? Discover how your branch can host a Speech Trek competition--virtual or in-person--to get high school teens talking, Read More
Beyond the Newsletter!
“Oh gosh, I didn’t know about that!” Branch leaders hear this all the time. How can you get the word out? Attend this webinar to explore an arsenal of different publicity tools, both old and new, to Read More
You’re in charge. Now what? What every board needs to know.
You took the plunge and volunteered! What's next? Find the resources, tips and tricks to manage your branch with state and national resources. Speaker Sandi Gabe AAUW California Read More