Gender Equality Advocacy

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a woman having intellectual or literary interests

adjective relating to or characteristic of intellectual or literary women

  • The bluestocking society was a group of intellectual women in the 18th century.
  • She's a real bluestocking, always reading and studying.
  • I heard she's a total bluestocking, always buried in her books.
  • In a world full of trends, she was a bluestocking, standing out for her intellect and knowledge.

noun The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a non-profit organization that promotes equity and education for women and girls.

  • The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is dedicated to advancing gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy.
  • I heard that the AAUW is hosting a networking event for women in STEM fields next week.
  • My friend is a member of AAUW and she says it's a great way to meet like-minded women in the community.
  • Joining AAUW was like finding a supportive sisterhood that helped me navigate my career challenges.