Welcome to the AAUW Crystal Lake Area (IL) Branch!

The mission of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is bold –
to advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy.

We are tenacious and trailblazing – advocating for women and girls since 1881 and into the future!

The Crystal Lake Area branch was organized in 1957 and is one of 31 branches in Illinois.

We hope you’ll explore our entire site and come back often. You can always find our current activities, announcements, priorities on this Home Page. (below)

Women’s Economic Empowerment Initiative

Empowering Women Through Innovative Programs

Our award-winning programs are specifically designed to address these challenges. Through our initiative, we offer:

AAUW Work Smart – Know Your Value and Get Paid – Training for early and mid-career professionals on negotiating for fair salaries, better benefits, and advancement opportunities.

AAUW Start Smart – AAUW Start Smart is specifically designed for college women entering the job market, teaching effective salary negotiation techniques to boost your confidence and negotiation skills.

AAUW Money Smart – The AAUW Money Smart program is aimed at providing all women with the personal finance information they need to ensure their own financial security.
These programs have already impacted over 190,000 women across the U.S., empowering them with confidence, knowledge, and skills.

2024 Webinar Schedule
These webinars are designed to provide you with the tools and knowledge needed to negotiate better salaries, enhance your career, and achieve financial independence. Whether you’re a student stepping into the professional world or a seasoned professional aiming to advance, our webinars offer valuable insights for every stage of your career.

Check out our schedule and secure your spot to start transforming your future today.

What is the pay gap?

The difference between what an average woman working full-time is paid compared to the average man. American women earn only 80 percent of their male counterparts, a pay gap of 20 percent. Black and Hispanic women earn even less. Even just one year out of college, women are paid 18 percent less than men.

Why does it matter?

The pay gap has lifelong financial effects that grow over time, from the ability to pay for education and childcare to saving for retirement, impacting women in nearly every profession. The Work Smart program teaches women at all stages of their career how to negotiate their pay, resulting in improved financial futures for themselves and their families.

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Explore the Issues

AAUW continues to push forward policies that break educational and economic barriers to women. AAUW’s strategic plan focuses on advancing gender equity for women and girls through research, education and advocacy. The vision is equity for all.

To stay informed on issues supported by AAUW visit Explore the Issues.

The Gender Pay Gap

Take Action

Do you want to help advance gender equity and create a more economically secure world for women and girls? Get involved today!