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AAUW is a non-partisan national organization, founded in 1881, whose mission is to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. To further explore AAUW’s mission, public policy and national programs visit the AAUW National website.  AAUW.org

AAUW membership is open to all college or university graduates (women or men) with an Associate, Baccalaureate or higher degree. Affiliate memberships are available for college-level students. No special invitation is needed.

Please complete the Membership Application click here and email it to the Membership Chair click here. You can send your application electronically and pay using your Zelle account. AAUW Amador’s Zelle account is aauwamador@gmail.com. Or if you prefer, payment can be made by check and mailed along with your application to:

Membership
AAUW Amador Branch
P.O. Box 611
Sutter Creek, CA 95685

For additional information, contact the Membership Chair.

Why Should I Join AAUW?

The Amador County Branch provides ways to connect with people with like minds and interests.

  • We hold public programs and forums about topics of interest to the members and the community.
  • There are several interest groups sponsored by the branch—book clubs, food and wine social groups, a foreign policy discussion group, etc.
  • We hold short, small discussion/social monthly titled “Libations and Conversations.” It is the perfect event for women interested in finding out more about AAUW.
  • We sponsor projects that support issues and interests affecting our community.
  • We fundraise to provide scholarships to young women at a variety of levels.

By joining the Amador branch, you can serve in leadership roles, sponsor community action projects and lobby on priority issues like pay equity and Title IX reform.

Ongoing Programs and Projects

  • AAUW Tech Trek summer science camp for junior high school girls.
  • Access to state and national programs such as Gov Trek, Money Smart and Work Smart.
  • Upper division, graduate and re-entry college scholarships for local women.
  • Public forums on community issues, women’s healthcare and voter information.
  • Celebration of Women’s History Month in March and annual “Authors and Chocolate” event.
  • Home Tour—an annual tour of several interesting houses in various areas of the county, and our major fundraiser.

Receive Newsletters and Alerts

Stay informed and active through a host of digital resources and newsletters from the state and national offices. Our Gold Filings newsletter is sent to each member monthly. See the Newsletter tab on this website for current and past issues of the Gold Filings.