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President's Message
Welcome to the 2025-2026 Program Year!
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Dear AAUW Florida Members,
In keeping with this year’s theme, “Rising Higher: Empowering Women, Advancing Equity,” I’m excited to share this month’s updates with you. We continue to align our efforts with the AAUW National Strategic Plan, ensuring that branch initiatives reflect national priorities and drive meaningful change. On Thursday, September 18, we gathered for the AAUW Fall Member Gathering, taking time to recognize outstanding supporters and branches for their contributions.
Recruitment remains a key focus, and we encourage you to take advantage of the Shape the Future Campaign, which offers 50% off national dues for new members—those entirely new to AAUW or rejoining after two or more years. Simply use the coupon code STFFY26 at checkout.
We are also thrilled to announce the launch of our first College/University Quarterly e-News, designed specifically for campus professionals, students, and AAUW C/U Relations officers. This curated content provides valuable insights and resources tailored to their interests.
In addition, AAUW continues its commitment to economic empowerment through a series of free webinars, including Work Smart, Start Smart, and Money Smart. These sessions are more than learning opportunities—they are pathways to self-empowerment and financial confidence.
Finally, remember that AAUW National offers a variety of services at no cost to affiliates, including speakers for events and live customer support. For assistance, call 800.326.2289 weekdays between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM ET.
Together, we are building a future where women rise higher and equity becomes the standard. Thank you for being an essential part of this movement!
"Together we are stronger! Together we can make a difference!"
With gratitude and determination,
K. Lee-Smith, Ph.D.
AAUW Florida President
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2025-2026 Branch Data Collection
Who's Who in Branch Leadership? Let Us Know!
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Help us build the 2025–2026 State Directory by sharing your branch leadership information.
Please submit your details using the 2025–2026 Branch Data Collection Google Form by October 15, 2025.
Your input ensures accurate representation and strengthens our statewide network. Don’t wait—make sure your branch is included!
Submit Your Information Here → (REQUIRED BRANCH OFFICERS’ INFORMATION FOR FL STATE DIRECTORY 2025-2026)
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2024-2025 Membership Summary Report
Progress is Being Made, One Member at a Time!
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We’re proud to share recent progress in strengthening statewide membership, which reached 1,273 members in the past membership year! AAUW Florida leads the way in national numbers.
- A review of the 2024–2025 data provided insight into branch activity and member types, helping guide outreach efforts. We also supported struggling branches through virtual meetings and state-level assistance.
- The membership website has been updated to simplify access to interest areas, member breakdowns, forms, and brochures.
- Finally, a statewide initiative was launched to better reflect the diverse demographics within our organization.
Step by step, we’re building a more connected and inclusive community.
View the 2024-2025 Membership report and accompanying PowerPoint submitted by AAUW Florida Director of Membership, Marjorie Fontalvo, Ed.D.
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Final Notice:
Assistance with Federal Tax Filing of Form 990-N
Offer Ends October 15, 2025
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All AAUW-affiliated entities must file an annual IRS return. If your gross receipts are $50K or less, AAUW can file the 990-N for the tax year ending June 30, 2025. Finance officers should submit the group exemption request form located in the community hub between April 16 – October 15. Watch our five-minute step-by-step 990-N Request Video.
Important Note: If you do not qualify to file the 990-N, explore other options at irs.gov.
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Florida Legislative Preview
November 18, 2025 (6pm); Registration Info Below.
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The Florida Legislative Session starts early this year. We will be going to Tallahassee for Lobby Days on Monday, January 26th and departing on January 28th.
Participants will be able to spend the night on the 26th and the 27th with a subsidy from the state budget for half the hotel rate. They will be provided with materials to take to their legislators’ offices.
Specific group activities will be dependent on the legislative schedule for that week, but we always try to visit and encourage the legislators who support our public policy principles. We will have a last-minute training session on Monday night and a dinner together at a restaurant on Tuesday evening. There will also be an allowance for travel based on mileage. Even with these subsidies, there will be considerable expense for lobby day's participants, so branches are encouraged to help these people with their expenses if possible.
In addition to Tallahassee lobby days, we are encouraging lobbying at home where groups from branches contact their local legislators (or legislative aides) during the times they are available. Approaching lawmakers with our agenda will count towards the Public Policy star, a part of the national AAUW Five Star program.
Don't forget about the Florida legislative preview on Tuesday November 18th at 6:00 PM. This is not just for lobby days participants, as we should all be aware of what the Florida legislature is doing.
Please register for the Forum at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/riFGhaSERpaWuLGzNL7yMw
Questions? Contact Public Policy Director, Pat DeWitt, Ph.D.
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Save The Date- September 25-27, 2026:
AAUW Atlantic Regional Conference 2026- Lancaster, PA!
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We are excited to announce the AAUW Atlantic Regional Conference 2026, hosted in
Lancaster, Pennsylvania! This conference is more than an event, it’s an opportunity to recharge, reimagine, and recommit to AAUW’s mission with friends old and new.
This gathering will bring together AAUW members from 13 states for a weekend filled with:
- Dynamic sessions on leadership, equity, and innovation
- Interactive workshops you can take back to your branch or state
- Conversations with thought leaders and changemakers
- Networking with members who share your passion for equity
- Celebrations and special events that make the weekend unforgettable
Why Lancaster?
- Where history meets modern charm:
- Fall festivals across the city
- Local wineries & craft breweries
Great Dining and Coffee Spots
- Central Market treasures & boutique shopping
Easy to reach:
- Amtrak directly into Lancaster
- Harrisburg International Airport, just 30 miles away
Exciting news!!!
- The room block for the AAUW Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 is now open!
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We look forward to you joining us in Lancaster in 2026!
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AAUW National Strategic Plan:
Aligning Branch Initiatives with National Priorities
| | AAUW’s 2025 Strategic Plan, Empowering Equity Through Education, is a blueprint reaffirming our commitment to advancing equity for women and girls through removing barriers to success in higher education and the workplace. Additional resources follow. | | We’ve recently added updated resources including an expanded messaging guide. Download the one-pager and toolkit available on our 2025 AAUW Strategic Plan page. | | |
AAUW Fall Member Gathering
- Thursday, September 18, we took time to recognize outstanding supporters and branches, share the Strategic Plan’s 3 key priorities, the results from the FY25 Branch Survey, and our 5 Calls to Action! Recording coming soon.
Recruitment Discounts and Waivers - Coupon Codes
- You can still use the Shape the Future Campaign discount of 50% off national dues for new members (those entirely new to AAUW or rejoining after two or more years)! Use the coupon code STFFY26 at checkout.
- The report of free membership and redemption form is available here through October 31!
- Coupon codes for AAUW College/University member students are:
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CUStudentFY26 for Student Associates (undergrads);
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CUGradStudentFY26 for Grads.
College/University Quarterly e-News
- We launched our first College/University (C/U) e-News for campus professionals, students, and AAUW C/U Relations officers with curated content tailored for their interests.
- If you have a relationship with a C/U who is NOT on our member list, invite them to join us! C/U membership is $250, including two free national memberships for named faculty/staff members (as representatives), and unlimited free student affiliation for undergrads/graduate students.
- For more info or help? connect@aauw.org.
Free Salary Negotiation and Financial Literacy Webinars at AAUW
- AAUW continues its commitment to economic empowerment with a series of enriching webinars — Work Smart, Start Smart, and Money Smart. These webinars are more than just learning sessions; they are a journey towards self-empowerment.
- Attending gives participants valuable insights and tools to navigate their careers and financial lives confidently.
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The fall webinar schedule can be found here.
AAUW State and Branch Affiliate Benefits
- AAUW National provides services at no cost to its affiliates. You need only make your request! Here are some of those benefits:
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Speakers for AAUW Affiliate Events: Planning an event? Don’t wait — Elevate it with a guest speaker from AAUW National when you make your request today using the Speaker Request Form!
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Live Customer Support at Your Service:
- Call 800.326.2289, 8:30-5pm, ET, weekdays
- Join us for Office Hours on Tuesdays (3pm ET) and/or Thursdays (3:30 ET) via Zoom with your inquiries and support needs.
- Reach us at connect@aauw.org!
- Please do not email Memberinfo@aauw.org or Infosf@aauw.org; they are unmonitored.
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