Founded in 1971, the Association for Women in Science (AWIS) is the largest multi-disciplinary organization for women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). They are dedicated to driving excellence in STEM by achieving equity and full participation of women in all disciplines and across all employment sectors. AWIS reaches more than 20,000 professionals in STEM with members, chapters, and affiliates worldwide. Membership is open to any individual who supports the vision and mission of AWIS.
AWIS MISSION
AWIS champions the interests of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics across all disciplines and employment sectors. Working for positive system transformation, AWIS strives to ensure that all women in these fields can achieve their full potential.
VISION
AWIS has a vision for women in STEM to be:
WHAT THEY DO
AWIS works at the nexus of STEM and Gender to provide high quality policy solutions and recommendations for broadening participation across all disciplines and employment sectors.
Advocacy and Public Engagement. AWIS works at the nexus of STEM and Gender to provide high quality policy solutions and recommendations for broadening participation across all disciplines and employment sectors.
Talent and Leadership Development. AWIS helps women in STEM achieve their full potential through leadership and professional talent development at all career stages and in all workplace settings.
Research and Analysis. AWIS provides research and analysis on contemporary issues relevant to America’s STEM enterprise. Thought leadership includes workforce recruitment, retention, and recognition.
Publications and Media. AWIS honors excellence in STEM by recording women’s contributions and impact on society as executives, faculty, volunteers, mathematicians, moms, scientists, and engineers.
