Asian Women United

American organization
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Also known as: AWU
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Date:
1976 - present
Areas Of Involvement:
culture

Asian Women United (AWU), American organization dedicated to reflecting and shaping public perceptions of Asian culture, particularly of Asian women. Asian Women United (AWU) was founded in the San Francisco Bay area in 1976. It seeks to generate awareness of Asian culture and to chronicle American images of and attitudes toward Asian women. The AWU sponsors activities that build networks within the community of Asian and Pacific American women and encourages its members to retain their heritage and culture. Through the creation and distribution of literature and videotapes, the organization also seeks to expose and eliminate racist and sexist views ...(100 of 177 words)