It’s been an honor for me to be part of history in the making during this very busy Women’s History Month—and you’re a part of it, too. Every event I attended or spearheaded in March was on behalf of you, AAUW’s valuable members and supporters. And there were a lot of them! I represented AAUW at the White House’s Women’s History celebration, Speaker Pelosi’s Title IX event, our International Women’s Day webinar, the panel I hosted on women and the workplace during the UN Commission on the Status of Women, and a private dinner hosted by the U.S. Ambassador for Italy.
But the event that left me the most inspired was the rally in front of the Supreme Court on Monday to support Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as she began her confirmation hearings. It was exhilarating to be able to celebrate this historic nomination with members, employees and other activists, and I was so proud that AAUW was a supporting partner.
Thanks to everyone who urged the Senate to swiftly confirm the eminently qualified Judge Jackson. If you haven’t yet voiced your support, we still need you! Act now as the Senate continues its vetting process over the next two weeks.
As I looked at the joyful crowd around me, I was filled with hope. It was like seeing a part of our mission for equity—of lifting up ALL women leaders—manifested before my eyes. We are writing the next chapter in women’s history, and our nation’s history, together.
Sincerely,
Gloria L. Blackwell
Chief Executive Officer
IN FOCUS
MEMBERSHIP
Join the Community Hub
If you haven’t already, please set up your account in the AAUW Community Hub, your personal portal into AAUW. You’ll need an account to renew your membership, donate and update branch activities. Need help? We got you covered. Visit our “Systems Update” page for instructions on how to log in. Then register for our March 31 webinar for in-depth training.
AAUW National Election: Get Ready to Vote
This spring, AAUW members will be asked to vote on proposed changes recommended by the AAUW Board of Directors and AAUW Governance Committee that would streamline two important organizational functions: nominations for the board and timing for those eligible to vote in AAUW elections. Familiarize yourself with the issues so you’ll be ready to vote when the election opens April 6.
LEADERSHIP
NCCWSL 2022: Early-Bird Registration Extended!
Registration is now open for the 2022 National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL) on May 24-26. Act now to secure early-bird rates, now extended through April 1! NCCWSL is the premier experience for elevating college women, with access to dynamic speakers, workshops and panels. This year's event will be entirely virtual.
AAUW Empower Spring Series: Get Money Smart!
The latest series of our online AAUW Empower workshops focuses on giving women tools and tactics to build their personal financial security. Each webinar opens with an inspiring keynote speaker followed by an AAUW Money Smart session a personal finance topic. Learn more and register.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Member Webinar: Intersectionality Identified
AAUW’s Inclusion and Equity Committee invites you to participate in a virtual webinar series designed to support members and affiliates who want to learn how to be more diverse, equitable and inclusive. Register for the next webinar, Intersectionality Identified, today, March 24, at 7 p.m. ET, and the final webinar, Social Justice: Creating Change, on May 26.
ECONOMIC SECURITY
Equal Pay Day 2022—An Incomplete Picture
On March 15, we marked Equal Pay Day, but this year’s numbers don’t tell the full story. The traditional pay gap calculation—which shows women working full-time, year-round are paid 83% compared to men—doesn’t factor in part-time workers or the millions of women who lost jobs during the pandemic, as AAUW CEO Gloria Blackwell and others noted in a Market Watch article. The 2022 Equal Pay Day calendar includes all workers to show a more inclusive picture This fall, AAUW will update its Simple Truth report with data that better reflects reality.
NEWS & NOTES
Faces of AAUW
Women’s History Month is a great time to reflect on the many trailblazing AAUW members, Fellows, Grantees and others who have made their mark on the world. From award-winning scientists to top politicians to Supreme Court justices, these women have been breaking new ground for 140 years. And check out our #WomensHistoryMonth posts on social media for more inspiring stories!
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Congrats Art Contest Winners
Congratulations to the six winners of our 13th Annual Art Contest: Patricia Cairns, Margaret Ringia Hart, Charlotte Severin, Heddie Sumner, Denise Westcott and Tricia Whitlock. Their work was selected from among more than 225 submissions. Thanks to all who participated!
