AAUW (The American Association of University Women) advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research.

AAUW has recognized AAUW Baltimore as a Five Star branch.  The AAUW Five Star Program is designed to help branches align with AAUW’s strategic priorities and advance our mission of achieving gender equity for women and girls. By participating in this program, branches contribute to a strong network of advocates, elevating both your local impact and our collective efforts nationwide.

Things To Do:

Attend the AAUW Maryland Fall Meeting in Annapolis or online on Saturday, October 18.  The program topic is Maryland’s Native Americans, Past to Future from 9:00 AM – 12:30 pm  at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church, 611 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Severna Park.  The program will include lunch.  It will be followed by a State Board meeting at 1:15pm.  For those who cannot attend in-person a Zoom option is available.  Learn more and register.

During the morning session, 3 outstanding speakers will discuss:

• The Archeology and History of Indigenous Peoples in Maryland, Dr. Katherine Sterner, Towson University
•  Tribal Law and the Abuse of Indigenous Women, Caroline LaPorte, Esq., Indian Law Research Center
• Current Issues in Native American Higher Education, Dr. Donna Brown, American Indian Higher Education Association

Attend a Branch Book Group Meeting.  The Book Group meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:00 pm at Barrett’s Grill in Hunt Valley.  Upcoming books: