2024 AAUW Maryland Annual Convention and Annual Meeting

Know Your Maryland Public Policies – Be an Educated Voter!

Hosted by the Kensington Rockville Branch of AAUW – MD

Saturday, April 20, 2024  |  Ingleside at King Farm, Rockville, MD and Virtual

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Join us at the AAUW Maryland 2024 Spring Convention to explore key public policies and voting issues as we gear up for the 2024 election cycle. Understanding the state-wide landscape is crucial, empowering us to provide accurate information to family and friends for the upcoming elections.

Highlights of the Event:

  • Inspiration: Immerse yourself in a day filled with inspiration and empowerment.
  • Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about advancing equity for women and girls.
  • Knowledge: Gain insights into public policy and voting issues from esteemed speakers.
  • Community: Whether a member, student, or someone eager to make a difference, this convention is for you.

Agenda:

9:00 am –

 9:30 am Registration / Light Breakfast / Networking

9:20 am –

 Zoom link will open for remote attendees

9:30 am –

 

 9:50 am

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 Welcome Messages from Kensington-Rockville Branch, State President Tracy Lantz and Local VIPs

9:50 am –

 10:40 am Speaker Dr. Brianna Smith, Professor, U.S. Naval Academy – Ranked Choice Voting

10:40 am –

 10:50 am Break

10:50 am –

 11:20 am Speaker Liliana Katz-Hollander, Young Feminists Party – Status of the Equal Rights Amendment

11:20 am –

 11:30 am Speaker Roxann King, AAUW Maryland VP-Public Policy – Maryland General Assembly/Maryland Legislative Agenda for Women – 2024 Session Update

11:30 am –

 12:00 pm Speaker Gloria Blackwell, CEO, AAUW – AAUW National Update 2024: Courage. Commitment. Collaboration

12:00 pm –

 12:10 pm Election of Officers

12:15 pm –

 12:25 pm Break (Zoom link will close during break and while attendees get lunch)

12:25 pm –

 1:45 pm Lunch and Presentations from Local Branches:  Reflecting on International Women’s Day  (Second Zoom link will open at about 12:45)

1:45 pm –

 4:00 pm Annual Business Meeting and Installation of Officers
(See attachments below)

Event Logistics:

  • Date and Venue: Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Ingleside at King Farm, Rockville, MD.
  • Parking: Located at 1615A Piccard Dr, Rockville. Accessible from Redland Blvd, Gaither Road, and King Farm Blvd.
  • Meeting Room: Signs and guides will direct you to the main conference room after signing in at the main entrance to the Cultural Arts Center.

Accommodations:

  • Friday Night Hotel: Comfort Inn Shady Grove/Gaithersburg. Block of double rooms available at $124 plus tax until March 29. Book here or call 301-330-0023 (mention AAUW Group).
  • Friday Night Dinner: Join us at Farmsook Thai Kitchen in King Farm ($36). Please register for dinner in advance when you purchase your ticket for the convention.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your network, gain valuable knowledge, and contribute to a more equitable future!

Documents:

  1. 2024 Convention Speaker Bios
  2. Annual Meeting Agenda
  3. President’s Report
  4. Treasurer’s Report
  5. State Membership Report
  6. Programs Report
  7. Funds Report
  8. Diversity Chair Report
  9. Communications Report
  10. Bylaws Report
  11. Public Policy Report
  12. ERA Taskforce Report
  13. Nominating Committee Report
  14. Atlantic Regional Conference Flyer