AAUW’s Mission
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AUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research. By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women and girls have a fair chance.
The Boise Area Branch
The Boise Area Branch was formed in 1909 and originally named the College Women’s Club. Jane Hoover served as the first president. At that time, the national organization was called the Association of Collegiate Alumnae (ACA), and in 1910 a delegate was sent to the national convention in Denver.
Since then, the branch has grown to be a powerful voice for equity in Idaho’s capital city. The branch is actively engaged in public policy work throughout the year, and maintains a presence at the Statehouse during the Idaho legislative session. Visit our AAUW of Idaho Advocacy page to see what issues the AAUW Idaho Statehouse Lobby Corps is tracking, and view photos on our Special Projects and Photo Gallery pages to see the branch in action.
Over the years, members have developed a number of eclectic interest groups, which bring like-minded women together to address cultural and social topics, and to have fun! See the Interest Groups page for more information and get in on the fun. Branch members also support local scholarships and work on special projects like University food drive, Menstral Products , and STEM. Our yearly Fundrasising Gala enables us to support local projects and further AAUW’s mission.
The branch holds monthly meetings September to May, with many program meetings open to the public. Please visit our Calendar page for scheduled programs.
Part of Something Bigger
The American Association of Univeristy Women (AAUW) is a nationawide network of more thn 170,000 members and supporters, 1,000 branches, 800 College/Univeristy institution partners and over 100 students organizaations.
Since 1881, AAUW members have examined and taken positions on the fundamental
issues of the day — educational, economic security, social justice and civil rights. Our commitment to our mission is reflected in all aspects of our work.
To find out more about AAUW National’s Strategic Plan click here. You can also find more information about Education, Workplace and Economic Equity, and Leadership through AAUW National.