We all know book banning and censorship of educational materials are rapidly sweeping across the country. And now, they are on our doorstep! But we don't have to - and we won't - tolerate it. Watch Read More
AAUW California Public Policy Committee to Host Webinar on How to Prevent Book Banning and Curricula Censorship in California
By Kathi Harper, Chair “School Board Project” Sub-Committee In a 2023 survey, our membership made it clear that they were alarmed by the nationwide movement to ban books and censor curricula in Read More
Increased Representation of Women in Leadership Roles
To achieve increased representation of women in leadership roles, AAUW California advocates: Read More
AAUW California Public Policy Committee Launches the “School Board Project”
There is a dangerous wave sweeping across our country to withhold certain historical information from students and to preclude student access and exposure to educational materials and/or campus events Read More
Learn How to be an Effective Lobby Days Advocate – 2023
AAUW California will hold its 2023 Lobby Days on March 21 and 22, 2023. The Public Policy team is seeking members who are interested in meeting with their state representatives and/or their staff to Read More
Looking for Resources on Reproductive Health Coalition Building?
Want to join a coalition but don’t know where to start? Honestly, just reach out to your state Planned Parenthood. They will be able to connect you in with other vetted & trusted coalition Read More
AAUW California Position on the Dobbs Decision – Webinar
AAUW California joins AAUW National in condemning the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health which overturns Roe v. Wade and, with it, a woman’s right to make her own reproductive Read More
Santa Clara County IBC presentation, Title IX: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You
In recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the enactment of Title IX, the Santa Clara County IBC presented an outstanding program titled: "Title IX: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You." To find out Read More
Title IX 50th Anniversary Proclamation
June 23, 2022 marks the 50th Anniversary of Title IX. Your branch can help spread the word about this important milestone by seeking a proclamation from your local governing body. National's Read More
Paycheck Fairness Act
AAUW and our supporters have worked for 24 years to pass the Paycheck Fairness Act, and this is the year we will succeed. As this critical bill heads for the House and the Senate, we need to mobilize Read More
OPENING DOORS & OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIRLS – Title IX Checklist
A TITLE IX COMPLIANCE CHECK LIST: Top 14 Questions to Ask and Act On Produced by the:California Title IX CoalitionJanuary 2014 California Title IX Coalition AAUW of CaliforniaCalifornia Read More
Title IX Webinar – Breaking Down Barriers
“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity Read More
Make Equal Pay Day a Day of Action
Draw Attention to Equal Pay Day! Here are some ideas: Collaborate with other like-minded organizations and organize a program open to the public. Invite local community leaders; local Read More
Coalitions
AAUW California participates in three coalitions: California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom, Stronger California Advocates Network, and Public School Defenders Hub. California Coalition for Read More
Social Justice
To guarantee equality, individual rights and social justice for a diverse and inclusive society, AAUW California advocates: Read More
High-Quality Public Education
To support a strong system of high quality public education, AAUW California advocates: Read More