The Open Up AAUW Network was formed by a group of AAUW members for the purpose of making AAUW’s focus on equity the basis of membership eligibility, i.e. dropping the requirement that members have an associate or equivalent or higher degree.
We are committed to working within the system, and we have the following goals:
- Get the AAUW board to take a strong stand in favor of support of the mission as the only requirement for membership.
- Assemble a large group of members who support this change.
- Assist the board with grass roots efforts to sell the change to those who currently feel the degree requirement is essential to AAUW’s identity and its mission.
The AAUW Long Valley (ID) branch is serving as the group’s fiscal agent.
Why are we asking for a minimum donation to “join” the network? The nominal amount of $5 is a way for us to confirm a commitment to our efforts. In the past we have used personal funds to pay for buttons, flyers, organizing phone calls and more. As we grow, we will have other conversations about our goals and how they can be funded. We expect that we will need additional fundraising, but that any campaign will be tied to a specific goal with a defined budget.
If you need more information, please contact us or submit a question.
