Advocating for Women & Girls …

GA AAUW Public Policy addresses issues related to women and girls with a focus on economic opportunity, equity, and mission goals. GA state-level advocacy efforts in the past have pursued and continue to pursue ERA ratification in Georgia, as well as voting rights and fair districting, and other issues supported by AAUW.

GA AAUW partners with activist organizations such as LWVGA, YWCA of Greater Atlanta, ACLU of Georgia, and 9 to 5.  For example, we participate in lobby days at the state capitol sponsored by other organizations.  Every year, beginning in January, the Georgia State Legislature follows a 40-day calendar.  This is the time when bills are introduced, and advocacy work is critical. Local district visits year-round provide opportunities to promote important issues as well.

Key Resources

AAUW provides resources and tools for use at the state, local and individual member level which can be accessed on the national website.

Take Action – AAUW : Empowering Women Since 1881

Other state organizations such as LWVGA, YWCA, ACLU and 9to5 share common mission goals with AAUW and also provide useful resources.

LWVGA  LWV Of Georgia | League of Women Voters

YWCA    YWCA of Greater Atlanta – Eliminating racism. Empowering women.

ACLU of GA  ACLU of Georgia

9 to 5  Georgia – 9 to 5