To achieve economic security for all women, AAUW California advocates:
| WHAT AAUW ADVOCATES | WHAT AAUW DOES |
|---|---|
| Equity in the workplace | Advocates for legislative changes |
| Enforcement of anti-discrimination statutes | Supports gender discrimination lawsuits through the Legal Advocacy Fund |
| Security in retirement | Conducts and disseminates research to educate stakeholders and the public |
| Access to job training for career development | Offers Start Smart and Work Smart workshops for salary negotiation; funds fellowships and grants for advanced studies |
| Work-life balance, including access to quality affordable childcare and paid sick and care-giving leave | Advocates for legislative changes |