AAUW promotes equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive societal change.

Welcome to the Half Moon Bay Branch of AAUW, which was chartered in 1967. Today the branch consists of an energetic group of college graduates who support the association’s goals. Members live in communities all along the Coastside, including Half Moon Bay, El Granada, Moss Beach, Montara, Pescadero, La Honda and Loma Mar.

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a national organization whose goal is to achieve legal, social, educational and economic equity for women. Founded in 1881 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., AAUW has over 100,000 members nationwide with over 20,000 members in 155 branches in the California district.

AAUW is a founding member of the International Federation of University Women (IFUW). AAUW emphasizes understanding world cultures and international women’s issues, which provides the foundation for study and action.

AAUW strives to end gender bias in public education and supports the growth of self-esteem, leadership skills and career goals for young women and girls.