Membership Benefits
Poughkeepsie AAUW, Inc. is an award winning branch that is large enough to be an effective voice in the community, yet small enough to maintain a personal link among its members. We take pride in the diversity of our membership as we encompass a wide range of ages, backgrounds and interests.
One of the greatest benefits of belonging to AAUW is knowing that you belong to an organization that keeps the promotion of “equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research” as its main focus.
Poughkeepsie Branch AAUW, Inc
On the local level AAUW offers exceptional volunteerism, student assistance, close friendships, and continuing education.
Exceptional Volunteerism
Our local branch currently supports several, annual events and board committees:
Community Service Initiatives:
Court Watch, Leading to Reading, Extending Girls’ Horizons, Days for Girls and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics – Math Buddies).
Annual Events: Annual Meeting, Woman of the Year, and Annual Funding Event
Board Committees: DEI Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Funding for AAUW initiatives and scholarships Development and Activism and Your Representatives Public Policy
Student Assistance
We raise money for scholarships each year. Some of this money is distributed by the National Association Funds, but we also give scholarships each year to Dutchess Community College students who will be continuing with their education.
Close Friendships
Our special Interest Groups that currently exist have interests in reading books, plays and poems; playing bridge, Mah Jongg or word games; cooking or dining out; creating crafts or art; touring, walking, biking or hiking; and attending movies. Each group is very active.
Continuing Education
Our monthly membership programs cover a wide range of topics, from educational issues to women’s history and health issues.
National AAUW
On the national level membership in AAUW offers exceptional tangible and intangible benefits — a strong voice, a vibrant community, relevant information, and valuable resources.
Strong Voice
AAUW’s 100,000-member voice makes a difference on critical women’s and civil rights issues — briefing policy-makers, spearheading coalitions, and impacting the world through international initiatives and partnerships. There are opportunities for individual action through activities such as the AAUW Toolkit and Two-Minute Activist. AAUW provides you the opportunity to support and be the first to learn about ground-breaking research on women, girls, and education.
Vibrant Community
Wherever you go, you will find a community of friends and professional contacts in AAUW — a powerful local and national network for personal and professional growth. Locate AAUW colleagues from around the world and give back to your local community through projects to benefit women and girls as a branch member. Stay on the pulse of all issues and activities through AAUW’s growing social media network by joining the AAUW Facebook page and group (https://www.facebook.com/AAUW.National/) and following us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/AAUW) and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/AAUW).
Relevant Information
AAUW is a trusted source of timely and important information. Explore the Issues highlights issues affecting women and girls today and news on these issues at News and Insights. Join Equity Network to advance the conversation and lead the charge to achieve equity for all. State and branch groups publish newsletters about local activities and interests, and the Alert Emails from AAUW regularly updates members about the work of AAUW and provides information on today’s hot issues and opportunities for activism.
Valuable Resources
AAUW provides many educational and professional development experiences for you to improve your personal and leadership skills as well as opportunities for educational advancement through fellowships, grants, and awards. There are special resources for members facing employment challenges and exclusive member discounts on numerous things from subscriptions to insurance. AAUW has partnered with more than 25 companies to create a portfolio of tailored services and discounts that can enhance your professional and personal life – and save you money!