AAUW Mission Statement:

AAUW promotes equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive societal change. In principle and in practice, AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in the organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

The Gilroy Branch of AAUW is a powerful network for change. We:

• Raise thousands of dollars each year for the Educational Foundation and for local scholarships
• Provide funds for students to attend Tech Trek, a science-math camp for middle school girls
• Offer fun and fellowship for our members through a variety of programs and interest groups

AAUW promotes education for Women & Girls

• Educational Foundation scholarships
• Tech Trek scholarships
• High School scholarships
• College scholarships

AAUW gives:

• Over $2 million annually for fellowships, grants and research on girls and education, through the Educational Foundation
• Financial support for women challenging sex discrimination in higher education, through the Legal Advocacy Fund