For over 130 years AAUW has valued equity, education, advocacy, philanthropy, and research to bring about positive societal change so women and girls can achieve the American Dream! Even though women and girls have many more opportunities to gain an education today, there is still much work to be done in this complex society. The work to achieve equity happens through individual and group effort every day. We can never take our progress for granted. More women than ever before are becoming acutely aware of the many inequities that exist and are willing to speak out and get involved about issues that are near and dear to them. Many more women have college degrees than ever before thanks to the tireless efforts, in part, of AAUW members internationally. Both of these facts are wonderful opportunities for recruiting members of all ages to join in the fight against the war on women and help us continue our long and proud history of accomplishments and credibility as an organization.