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AAUW’s advocacy work builds upon a century of responsible public participation at the local, state, national, and international levels. The member-endorsed Public Policy Program illuminates and advances AAUW’s mission of promoting equity and education for all women and girls.  AAUW conducts comprehensive advocacy to pursue its public policy priorities, developing and implementing coordinated legislative and grassroots strategies to break through educational and economic barriers so all women have a fair chance.

The AAUW Public Policy and Government Relations Department – with input from the member leaders of the AAUW Public Policy Committee – implements the public policy program. But it is AAUW member advocates across the country, who speak their minds on AAUW issues that truly advance AAUW’s mission.

Join the AAUW Action Network!

Anyone with an e-mail address can subscribe to the AAUW Action Network, a group of AAUW members and supporters committed to mobilizing citizens on issues affecting women. Discover what’s happening in Washington and what you can do to influence the outcome. Action Network sends subscribers’ urgent e-mail notices to contact their members of Congress.  With our online system, you can make your voice heard in just minutes.  AAUW members and supporters can also find detailed information on legislation currently under consideration in Congress and write letters to the editor of their local paper. 

	Continue the Fight for Pay Equity! Women continue to earn only 77 cents on the dollar to their male counterparts.  AAUW believes equal pay for equal work is a simple matter of justice for women.  Urge your senators to support the Paycheck Fairness Act !
	Join the AAUW Action Network! Keep up with issues that matter to you and Take Action with the AAUW Action Network.
	Support Paid Sick Days to Keep Families Healthy! Nearly half of American private-sector workers, including 21 million women, have no paid sick days.  Urge your members of Congress to pass legislation to keep our families healthy

For additional information, contact Public Policy Director - Adrienne Lesser, 973-659-9434