The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is the nation’s leading voice promoting equity and education for women and girls. Since our founding in 1881, AAUW members have examined and taken positions on the fundamental issues of the day — educational, social, economic, and political. The Eastern Delaware County Branch of AAUW was organized as the Lansdowne Branch in 1933 and reorganized in 1971 under the new named to represent 34 surrounding communities in Delaware County.
Eastern Delaware County BANNER
Former members Aletha Sciubba and Susan Broderick collaborated on the idea, design, and sewing of the branch banner. The anchor design ties Eastern Delaware County Branch of AAUW, and the membership’s communities, to the county’s location on the Delaware River. It also represents the anchoring of the branch’s members to each other in friendship, support, and interest in the goals of AAUW since the branch was organized in 1933.
Mission
AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. The Eastern Delaware County Branch mission strives to:
- Increase their influence in the community for the solution of social and civic problems
- Participate in the development and promotion of the policies and programs of the AAUW
- Contributes to AAUW’s growth and influence
- Cooperate in the work of AAUW at the state and regional level
Value Promise
By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women and girls have a fair chance.
Vision Statement
AAUW empowers all women and girls to reach their highest potential.
Diversity Statement
AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin,
disability, or class.