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AAUW Buffalo Branch
About Us
Learn about AAUW, the Buffalo Branch, our mission and commitment to equity.
WHO WE ARE
What Is AAUW?
The American Association of University Women has been empowering women as individuals and as a community since 1881.
For more than 140 years, we have worked together as a national grassroots organization to improve the lives of millions of women and their families. The Buffalo Branch was founded in 1890, first incorporated in 1932, and recognized as a 501(c)(3) entity in 2003. It has been working tirelessly towards those goals all that time.
Mission:
Gender Equity and Economic Security.
Gender Equity and Economic Security.
Vision:
Equity for all.
Equity for all.
Values:
Intersectional. Inclusive. Intergenerational. Empowering.
Intersectional. Inclusive. Intergenerational. Empowering.
AAUW, the American Association of University Women, was founded in 1881 by a few foresighted women in order to broaden opportunities and assist other women in higher education. With more than 100,000 members, AAUW is the oldest and largest national organization working for all women and girls. Membership is open to all who hold an associate’s or equivalent or higher degree from an accredited college or university. Those who do not hold such a degree may affiliate as Friends of the Buffalo Branch and undergraduates may become Student Associates.
AAUW has more than 1,000 branches across the continental United States, Alaska , Hawaii , Guam , and Puerto Rico . AAUW members enjoy opportunities to network at the local, state and national levels, sponsor community action projects to promote equity, serve in leadership positions, and lobby local and state legislators on AAUW priority issues.
AAUW BUFFALO BRANCH
About Us
The Buffalo (NY) Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) was founded in 1890 and is one of the largest AAUW branches in New York State with approximately 150 members. Our members represent women leaders from the arts, business, education, government, law, medicine, science, and technology.
OUR NATIONAL MISSION
To advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy.
AAUW encourages diversity and has adopted the following statement:
In principle and practice, AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or class.
The AAUW Educational Opportunities Fund provides funds to advance education, research, and self-development for women, while the Legal Advocacy Fund provides funding and a support system for women seeking judicial redress for gender discrimination.
OUR PURPOSE
Buffalo Branch Purpose
- To promote gender equity, lifelong learning, and positive societal change through community programs for continuing education, scholarships, and interest-free loans;
- To provide a forum for graduates of different educational institutions to promote intellectual growth, individual worth, and development of opportunities for all people, especially women and girls;
- To contribute to the growth and advancement of the educational policies and programs of the American Association of University Women; and
- To promote AAUW philanthropic initiatives for the public good, focusing on quality of life.
WHAT WE DO
What We Do in Our Branch
Branch Community Programs
- Tech Savvy
- Title IX
- Transitions
- Finance Workshops
Benefits for Members
- Discounts & Perks
- Networking
- Two-Minute Activist (Public Policy)
Special Interest Groups
- Book Clubs:
- Dinner by the Book
- “Clueless” Mystery Book Club
- Let’s Talk Public Policy!
- Happy Wanderers
- Professional Development Club
Special Interest Groups cont.
- Scrabble Club
- Wine by Zoom
- WNY Culinary Delights – Lunch Bunch
- Coffee Shop Hour
- Music Appreciation
- Mahjong Group
Book Sale
- June 2–6, 2027
- Over 200,000 Books!
- Categorized
- Jacquie Walker, Honorary Chair
Scholarships
- Women Entering College Scholarships
- Olga Lindberg Scholarships
- Catalyst for Change Scholarships
- Jacquie Walker Scholarships
- Adult Learners in Transition Scholarships
- Swift-MacClennan Public Affairs Scholarship
Grants & Interest-Free Loans
- Chamberlin Loan Fund
- Funds for Education
Personal Development
- Clarine Radt Mini-Grants
- National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL) Scholarships
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Membership Benefits Also Include
- Stimulating Programs, Projects and Study Groups
- Shared Values and Interests
- Informative Local, State, and National Publications
- Expertise and Representation on Education and Equity Issues
- Financial Resources for Education
- Networking
- Leadership Training Opportunities
- Monthly Branch Newsletter
- Discounts and “perks” from many corporate allies
MEMBERSHIP
Join AAUW Buffalo
Anyone with an Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited educational institution is eligible to join AAUW. In addition, those who have not had the opportunity to achieve that may become a “friend” of the Buffalo Branch.
To learn more about becoming part of the AAUW Buffalo Branch – click HERE
To download the New Membership Application and pay by check – click HERE
To fill out a New Membership Application and pay online – click HERE
Join AAUW
A Membership Organization
that changes the climate for women and girls!
In principle and practice, AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or class.
CONTACT INFORMATION
General Mail & Donations
Note: Please send general mail or donations of any sort to:
AAUW Buffalo BranchPO Box 894
Cheektowaga, NY 14225-0894
Voice Mail: 716-559-3037