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AAUW CEO Gloria L. Blackwell led a powerful discussion on Black Women's Equal Pay Day with Dr. Avis Jones-DeWeever on 'Roland Martin Unfiltered'. Systemic inequities, deeply rooted in our nation’s history, are hindering progress for Black women. Watch the full interview and gain valuable insights on this crucial issue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enooxPMHz6s&t=5915s #PayEquity #BlackWomenLead

All students deserve an education free from discrimination and harassment. AAUW stands with over 80 organizations opposing H.J.Res.165, which would weaken #TitleIX protections for survivors of sexual harassment and assault, pregnant and parenting students, and LGBTQI+ students. Read the full letter: https://www.aauw.org/app/uploads/2024/06/Coalition-Letter-Opposing-H.J.Res_.165-.pdf

Last week, the District of Columbia honored the late Dorothy Celeste Boulding Ferebee, MD, (d. 1980) with a street renamed in her honor. Dr. Ferebee was a member of the AAUW DC branch, and AAUW CEO Gloria L. Blackwell attended the renaming ceremony to give remarks about our distinguished member’s legacy. The great-granddaughter of enslaved people, Dr. Ferebee broke barriers as a doctor who helped Black communities access healthcare during Jim Crow and was a relentless advocate for women’s rights. Her journey and successes exemplify the power of determination against all odds. It was said of Dr. Ferebee, “She was a role model for me and all the other young women who wanted to do things in the world but needed encouragement to believe they could.” Thank you to the Ferebee family for inviting AAUW to share in this celebration. With the unveiling of Dorothy Celeste Boulding Ferebee Way, let us all unveil a strengthened commitment to advancing equity for all women and girls! Janice Ferebee, Councilmember Zachary Parker, NCNW Headquarters, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated- Xi Omega Chapter, AAUW Washington, D.C.

On the anniversary of the Dobbs decision, one of our Policy Interns, Saoirse, speaks at the Right to Abortion Rally from the @youngfeministparty. Her compelling speech draws from personal experience navigating abortion and contraception resources in college. Saoirse highlights the challenges students face and emphasizes the critical need for publishing the Equal Rights Amendment. Her insights offer a powerful perspective on reproductive rights in higher education.

Hey, CNN! Mothers are losing $18K/year due to pay inequity. Ask the candidates how they’ll fix it. Tag CNN, CNN Politics, Jake Tapper , and Dana Bash and tell them to ask about pay equity during the presidential debate. Being underpaid 26 cents on the dollar means mothers working full time, year-round lose out on $18,000/year. That $18,000 could have paid for 9 months of rent, 5 months of groceries, AND three months of childcare. How will the next president close the gender pay gap? #DontShortchangeWomen #WomenAreTheEconomy #payequity #ᴠᴏᴛᴇ2024

VICTORY: The Supreme Court has UNANIMOUSLY rejected the anti-abortion extremist attempt to restrict access to the medication mifepristone. Being able to choose if and when to become a parent improves women’s well-being and fosters economic security. Without access to reproductive freedom, there can be no equity.

What an incredible experience we had at NCCWSL 2024, thanks to all the young women students who dared to be themselves at this event organized by AAUW! It was a pleasure for us to have you, listen to you, and see you enjoy our panels and activities. We are already looking forward to having you at our next conference. These are some of our favorite moments from the conference. Soon, we will have more pictures and videos to share, so stay tuned! For now, we'd love to hear from you. Share your favorite part of NCCWSL 2024 in the comments below! #NCCWSL2024 #WomenEmpowerment #LeadershipConference #StudentLeaders

The 39th annual National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL) kicks off today! We're thrilled to welcome student attendees from across the country. In this year's dynamic program, you'll find inspiring keynote speakers, skills-building workshops, career guidance, and invaluable opportunities to network with other passionate student leaders. Get ready for an empowering experience that will equip you with the tools to drive change on your campus and in your communities. #NCCWSL2024

"NCCWSL was a breath of fresh air for me, something I needed to improve my life and future career. I left the conference motivated and directed to reach new goals and be a leader in my community." — Anastasia, 2023 attendee Don't miss your own transformative opportunity at NCCWSL 2024! This is the perfect place for you to unlock your full potential and become the leader you're meant to be. Secure your spot today — registration is open, but spaces are limited. Registration ends May 15, so act fast to secure your spot! Register here: https://act.aauw.org/4cy6HD0

The #motherhoodpenalty costs women about $16,000 a year in lost wages. Women shouldn’t be shortchanged for having kids. The good news is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) takes a great step towards ensuring working moms are supported on the job. The recently released final PWFA rules go into effect on June 18, 2024. But there’s still more to be done. Millions of mothers don’t have paid time off, meaning staying home to care for a sick child could jeopardize their job or family income. Help advance gender equity and ask Congress to pass the FAMILY Act: https://act.aauw.org/44MCRax

Dare to Be... at NCCWSL 2024! A dynamic weekend packed with: 🎤 Leadership Training: Sharpen skills in public speaking, negotiation, and advocacy. 💡 Inspiring Speakers: Learn from trailblazing changemakers who'll ignite your passion. 🤝 Meaningful Networking: Connect with hundreds of future leaders nationwide, building lifelong bonds. 🧭 Diverse Workshops & Panels: Dive into topics like career, financial literacy, social justice, STEM & more! Don't miss out! Early bird registration ends April 14th. Scholarships available to make sure you can join. #NCCWSL2024 #leadgeneration #EmbraceYourself

Dare to be innovative, determined, authentic, and empowered at the 39th annual National Conference for College Women Student Leaders hosted by AAUW. Join us for an inspiring journey of leadership training and networking, where you can connect with trailblazing women making an impact across various fields. Remember, our early bird registration is open until April 14, 2024. Register now: https://act.aauw.org/3wozSaO

🌟 Listen up, because you didn't hear it through the grapevine – you heard it from us! 📣 We've extended the deadline for the AAUW National Scholarship 2024! 🚀 The new submission deadline is February 4, 2024. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Dare to be bold and join us at NCCSWL. https://act.aauw.org/3OuCWZj

AAUW celebrates as the White House bans the use of salary history for federal employees. This rule not only protects incoming federal workers but sets an example for private companies. Let's celebrate and support transparency, fairness, and equality for all workers.#equalpay #FairPay #equalpayforequalwork #WageGap

⏰ Work shouldn't hinder motherhood, and vice versa! 💪 At AAUW, we champion flexible work options for moms, fostering a harmonious balance between professional and personal life. Let's embrace the power of choice and redefine work-life integration. 🌐 #FlexibilityForMoms #WorkLifeHarmony #AAUWAdvocacy

📣 Unlock the realities of parental leave policies! At AAUW, we're dedicated to ensuring that mothers returning to work have the support they truly need. Let's go beyond the standard and examine leave policies annually, ensuring adequacy for all parenting employees. 💼 #ParentalLeaveEquality #SupportWorkingMoms #aauwinaction

2023 threw challenges our way, but with supporters like you, we fought for change. Setbacks won't break us. Heading into a vital election year, let's create waves of impact in 2024. Double your support for equity today! 🌊💪 #Change2024👉 Donate Now: https://my.aauw.org/donatenow?aid=a1x6g000001TD8IAAW&pid=a1B6g000004CZOrEAO

We are delighted to announce that our CEO, Gloria L. Blackwell, was invited to the 'On The Ground with Adriane Berg' podcast. Grateful for the chance to foster discussions on equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy. Find the conversation here: https://gnec.ngo/podcast-2/. #EquityForAll #OnTheGroundPodcast @ngosatun