MISSION: To advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy.
VISION: Equity for all.
VALUES: Nonpartisan. Fact-based. Integrity. Inclusion and Intersectionality. 
On November 28th, 1881, 17 college-educated women came together to find community. They had fought for and obtained higher education — not an easy feat at the time. Mentorship was unheard of, and women were hardly made to feel welcome at colleges so they leaned on one another. Together these pioneers created the legacy of empowering women and girls that AAUW carries on today.
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. Since 1881, AAUW has been one of the nation’s leading voices promoting education and equity for women and girls.
AAUW has a nationwide network of more than 170,000 members and supporters, 1,000 branches, and over 800 college/university institutional partners.
AAUW’s commitment to educational equity is reflected in its public policy advocacy, community programs, leadership development, conventions and conferences, national partnerships, and international connections.
Access AAUW’s national website to discover all of the many facets of the organization.
Southeast Valley (AZ) Branch is one of fourteen branches in Arizona. It was formed due to the efforts of one special member, Margaret Horn. She gathered together fifteen eligible women and spearheaded the charter process that resulted in approval for branch status at the 1989 National Convention in Washington, DC.
Initially, meetings took place in individuals’ homes, churches, schools, and libraries. Membership grew as the group became better known. One other charter member Terry Meury continued to be active until her passing.