Adirondack Branch American Association of University Women Greater Glens Falls Area - New York State Serving the Warren County/Lake George region, Washington County and northern Saratoga County

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The Adirondack Branch of AAUW was established in 1920. We have about 60 members with diverse educational and employment backgrounds who work together to fulfill the mission of AAUW. The local branch is one of about 25 branches which make up the New York State Division of AAUW. AAUW (American Association of University Women), a national organization, was founded in 1881 to promote equity for women, education and self-development over the life span, and positive societal change. Membership in a local branch bestows guest member status in all other AAUW branches.     National AAUW membership supports important work for issues that matter to women, including the gender pay gap and workplace discrimination. Member benefits include discounts and special services on insurance, hotels and travel, office supplies, email services and more.     The national AAUW has a separate Action Fund, which advances equity for women and girls through member activism and voter mobilization. Under it is an active Lobby Corps in Washington, D.C. which visits selected congressional offices weekly to educate policy makers about issues of concern to AAUW members. Adirondack Branch activities include monthly program meetings and several study and interest groups.     Current branch events are listed here. Recent issues of our branch newsletter, Adirondack Glimpses, are on this site. The quarterly newsletter of the New York State AAUW, NYS Focus, is also available online. Upcoming Branch Events: Saturday, April 20, 9:30 am Healthy Eating for Mature Women Brunch and Program So. Glens Falls Methodist Church Branch Fundraiser See our newsletter for details Thursday, April 18, 4 pm - 8 pm Panera, Rte 9, Queensbury Fundraiser - click image for details Scholarships Our Adirondack Branch Memorial Scholarships are awarded annually to area students; the next application deadline is March 1, 2024. The MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded annually to an area student presently attending or returning to an accredited college, studying full-time for a degree at the associate, bachelor or graduate level. The SUNY ADIRONDACK SCHOLARSHIP is for a student attending our local college, or completing a degree and accepted into a four-year program, or returning to this college after previously completing at least 2 semesters of college course work. For the 2024-25 academic year, we are also offering a one-time scholarship for a student studying full-time in the field of nursing. Membership Membership in AAUW is open to all graduates who hold an associate or equivalent, baccalaureate, or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university. In principal and practice, AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. Annual dues of $93.00 include membership at the state and national levels as well as our local branch. Members receive the Branch newsletter, Adirondack Glimpses, and the state AAUW's NYS FOCUS newsletter. Interested in learning more about our local branch? Click here for details. New members are always welcome. Our membership application is online here. For more information, please call one of our Membership Co-Vice Presidents: Nan Scinta at 518-683-1034 Sharon Farrell at 518-792-2463 or send us an e-mail message.

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Did you know ??? The National AAUW has a wealth of information to help you to: Explore the Issues - Together, we can reach gender equality in education, economic security, and leadership. Learn more about our priority issues and how we work to achieve our mission: Equity for all. Get Empowered - AAUW is taking a multipronged approach to battling the gender wage gap. A key component is arming women with the tools and resources they need to do their part. Take Action - Do you want to help advance gender equity and create a more economically secure world for women and girls? Get involved today! The national AAUW Equity Network also presents a variety of webinars on topics of interest to members and the general public. Subjects have included The Importance of the Well-Informed Voter in 2022, and Social Media Advocacy 101. Videos of past webinars are available online. Current Branch News See our branch newsletter for details or e-mail us for information Follow us on social media and check regularly for news and updates       Upcoming Branch Events: Saturday, April 20, 2024 Healthy Eating for Mature Women 9:30 am Brunch and Program So. Glens Falls Methodist Church Branch Fundraiser Thursday, April 18, 4 pm - 8 pm Panera, Rte 9, Queensbury Fundraiser - click image for details Our current plans for our 2023-24 branch program meetings are online here Two branch scholarships were awarded for 2023 Information is online for our Adirondack Branch Memorial Scholarships. The deadline to apply for the 2024-2025 scholarships is March 1, 2024. 2023 - Adirondack Branch, A Year in Review 2023 was an active year for the branch and its interest groups. Click here for photos of events throughout the year (pdf file). August 26, 2023 - Women's Equality Day Event - a great success! Adirondack Branch members and friends gathered in Bolton Landing to celebrate Women's Equality Day. It recognizes the date in 1920 when the constitutional amendment giving women the right to vote received final approval. Click here to read more about the event (pdf file). Branch Activities Branch program meetings are held monthly from September through June. Recent topics have ranged from meeting local authors, to cancer prevention and survival, to a fundraising dessert theater. Study and interest groups usually meet monthly on a variety of days and times. At present there are two Literature groups, a Gourmet group, a Travel group, a Great Decisions group, and a Snowshoeing group. New groups are formed based on members' requests and interests. In addition to supporting national AAUW educational funding, the branch provides its own Adirondack Branch Memorial Scholarships. Through the years, contributions have been made to the fund to honor the memory of various members who have passed away. One or more scholarships are awarded annually to area students presently attending an accredited college, working for a degree at the associate, bachelor or graduate level. Recent issues of our branch newsletter, Adirondack Glimpses, are available on this web site. Branch Board meetings are generally held monthly except for summer months; members are welcome to attend. The Branch Bylaws are available on this web site as a pdf file (Adobe Reader). AAUW Principles Click above to read more about AAUW's strategic plan and focus Diversity: In principle and in practice, AAUW values and seeks an inclusive membership, workforce, leadership team, and board of directors. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, geographical location, national origin, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.     How To Support AAUW's Mission Click above for National AAUW Funds donation options     Be a Two-Minute Activist Send emails and texts to your legislators to fight for equal pay, family leave, stopping sexual harassment, equality in education and more. Sign up to get alerts to be able to take timely action. The national AAUW has a separate Action Fund, which advances equity for women and girls through member activism and voter mobilization. Under it there is an active Lobby Corps in Washington, D.C. which visits selected congressional offices weekly to educate policy makers about issues of concern to AAUW members. Top of Page

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