With the current attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts along with the threats to federal funding at colleges and universities, our institutions are under threat. While many of them are continuing to work to create safe and welcoming communities, they are facing risks. Members of AAUW Naperville Area gathered to reach out to our own colleges and universities and express support for their efforts, or concern for their withdrawal from these efforts. 

Since then, we have heard from many other organizations who wish to join this effort. It is certainly something you can do as a group or an individual. Here is a sample letter you can send to your own alma mater with edits. Before sending it, you will need to check your college website to find the right recipient (likely the president). You should also look at the college or university website to see whether they are continuing to foster welcoming communities and continuing to embrace the spirit of Title IX. Most of those attending our meeting were pleased to find that theirs were trying to uphold these values, but if you see specific areas of concern you might want to add those to the letter.

Please feel free to reach out to Susan Marshall at susanm414@gmail.com with any questions.