Are you an Equity Warrior? Maybe? Maybe Not?

• Are you an AAUW member?
• Are you signed up as a Two-Minute Activist through national AAUW?
• Do you fill out witness slips for Illinois state legislation?
• Have you attended a rally or protest?
• Are you an active participant with I-Act?
• Have you staffed a booth/info table for AAUW at a community event?
• Do you represent our branch at coalition meetings?
• Have you contacted your local state or national legislator by email, phone or letter and told them how you felt on a specific issue or legislation?

If you can answer YES to any of the above questions, then YOU qualify as an Equity Warrior!

Joining AAUW, or renewing your membership, demonstrates your commitment to our shared mission striving for equity for women and girls. But, you can easily go beyond that armchair support and help advance our goals. Your active participation is even more vital in today’s political climate where we see deliberate efforts to erode women’s rights to reproductive choice, higher education, and even something our foremothers fought so diligently for – what we always assumed was our basic right to vote. Adding your voice and presence to outreach efforts through our branch activities will make a difference. Whether you’re new to activism, or have skills to share, everyone is welcome.

Joining the Equity Warriors Autumn Kick Off event September 13 at the DuPage River Park is a great way to get acquainted (or reacquainted) with all the activities our branch offers – from social, educational, to advocacy. Attending programs, Book Browsers, Caff & Laff, Travel Talk, Great Decisions, playing bridge, or working the book sale are great ways to make new friends, have a social outlet and learn something new at the same time. By volunteering on a committee, whether I-Act (public policy), communications, book sale, scholarships, Vision 1948 (promoting women in tech) to name a few…you’ll get even deeper satisfaction and reward for the effort put forth.

We are always looking for new people to join planning teams, be trained for future leadership and board positions, help with marketing, social media, and more. If you are willing to give a little of your time, we will find the right spot for you! Please contact our President, Becky Glimco, at aauwnaper.pres@gmail.com and take your inner Equity Warrior to the next level!