AAUW Colorado Springs Branch

### Context Profile for AAUW Colorado Springs Branch

1. **Organization Mission & Cause**:
   - The AAUW Colorado Springs Branch is dedicated to advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. Their mission emphasizes the importance of women's leadership and addressing barriers and biases that women face in various sectors, particularly in STEM fields.

2. **Type of Activities**:
   - The organization hosts events such as the **AAUW Colorado 2024 State Convention**, focusing on themes like "Women in Leadership: Barriers and Bias." Activities include:
     - **Conferences and Workshops**: Featuring speakers, discussions, and networking opportunities.
     - **Community Engagement**: Informal gatherings, such as the Pre-Conference meeting at the historic Peel House.
     - **Fundraising Events**: Engaging members and the community to support their initiatives.

3. **Tone of Voice**:
   - The tone of the AAUW Colorado Springs Branch is **friendly, inspiring, and professional**. The language used is accessible and encourages participation, with a focus on empowerment and community. The content often includes calls to action and emphasizes the importance of collective efforts in supporting women's rights and leadership.

4. **Emoji Usage**:
   - The website and email communications do not prominently feature emojis. The language is straightforward and professional, focusing on clarity and engagement without the use of informal symbols.

5. **Key Facts**:
   - **Founding Info**: The AAUW (American Association of University Women) was founded in 1881, with the Colorado Springs Branch being a local chapter dedicated to the same mission.
   - **Scale**: The branch operates within the Colorado Springs area, engaging local members and the community.
   - **Impact Metrics**: While specific metrics are not detailed on the website, the organization emphasizes its role in advocacy and education for women and girls.
   - **Volunteer Info**: The organization likely encourages volunteer involvement, though specific volunteer opportunities or metrics are not explicitly mentioned on the website.

6. **Writing Guidelines**:
   - Content should maintain a **friendly and professional tone**, focusing on empowerment and community engagement.
   - Use **clear and concise language** that encourages participation and highlights the importance of the organization's mission.
   - Incorporate **calls to action** to motivate readers to engage with events, support initiatives, or participate in discussions.
   - Avoid the use of emojis to maintain a professional appearance, aligning with the organization's established communication style.

This context profile will assist AI assistants in generating content that resonates with the AAUW Colorado Springs Branch's mission, values, and audience, ensuring a consistent and impactful message.

Fri May 3  5:00  The Peel House, 1515 N Cascade, Colorado Springs 80907
Sat: 9:00-3:30 The Antlers Hotel 4 South Cascade, Colorado Springs 80903
Light dinner included Fri. Lunch included Sat.

Full Conference: Fri Eve, May 3, and all day Sat, May 4

Sat May 4 at The Antlers Hotel 9-3:30. Registration opens at 8:30
4 South Cascade
Colorado Springs, 80903
Lunch included.

Saturday, May 4  Only. Lunch included

Fri, May 3 5:00 The Peel House 5:00-7:00 PM
1515 N Cascade, Colorado Springs, 80907
Light dinner included.

Friday, May 3 Only. Light Dinner Included

Sat, May 4 Noon The Antlers 4 South Cascade
AAUW Student members may attend all day Saturday at this price. Guests who are joining us for lunch only may also register at this price.

Student/Guest Ticket Sat. May 4

Join us on May 3-4, 2024, in scenic Colorado Springs as AAUW members from throughout Colorado gather to explore Women in Leadership: Barriers and Bias.  Saturday, May 4, 9:00-3:30 at The Antlers Hotel, you'll experience a full day of exciting speakers, robust discussions, and interaction with fellow AAUW members as we focus on Women in Leadership: Barriers and Bias. Delicious salad buffet luncheon included, and complimentary beverages. Registration opens at 8:30 AM.   <hr />Friday, May 3, 5:00-7:00 PM, we'll gather for a casual Pre-Conference meeting at the historic Peel House, kicking off our look at Women in Leadership with an inspiring, often poignant, encounter with some of the forgotten women of STEM. An array of delectable bites and beverages will serve as dinner, or plan to eat lightly and make a later dinner reservation.

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1711446598/wkwe37pyhqnxvgu9c8kl.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" />Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">First name <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{lastname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">Last name, Thank you for registering for the 2024 AAUW Colorado State Convention! We're looking forward to seeing you in Colorado Springs. Please check the tickets listed in the receipt above to ensure that your order is correct.<ul><li style="line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit">If you purchased a ticket for the Saturday conference, please join us on May 4 at The Antlers Hotel, 4 South Cascade, with registration in the lobby beginning at 8:30 AM. The program starts at 9:00 AM. Lunch will be served at noon. Parking is free in the attached garage. (Guests paying the guest rate may only join us for lunch)</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit">If you purchased a ticket for the pre-conference event on Friday evening, we'll see you on May 3 at 5:00 PM at the Peel House,1515 N Cascade, a short drive from our Convention headquarters, The Antlers. Parking at the Peel House is free.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit">Staying overnight? Feel free to check into The Antlers on Friday afternoon, beginning at 3 PM. Overnight parking is $10, with free in and out privileges. Conference registration will be in the Antlers lobby. The Peel House is a quick and easy drive from the hotel.      </li></ul>As we get closer to our conference, you'll receive additional details about <ul><li style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Parking and check-in at both the Peel House and The Antlers  </li><li style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">The full agenda</li><li style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Additional things to see and do in Colorado Springs while you're here. Plan to make a weekend of it!<a href="https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham/colorado-springs-colorado/the-antlers-a-wyndham-hotel/rooms-rates?brand_id=HR&checkInDate=5/3/2024&checkOutDate=5/4/2024&useWRPoints=false&children=0&groupCode=050324AAU&adults=1&rooms=1&loc=ChIJK9LmoS5BE4cRE2vo9ZLrjkE&sessionId=1708444691"></a></li></ul>Don't forget that if you plan to stay overnight, you must contact The Antlers directly to make your room reservation. Click<a href="https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham/colorado-springs-colorado/the-antlers-a-wyndham-hotel/rooms-rates?brand_id=HR&checkInDate=5/3/2024&checkOutDate=5/4/2024&useWRPoints=false&children=0&groupCode=050324AAU&adults=1&rooms=1&loc=ChIJK9LmoS5BE4cRE2vo9ZLrjkE&sessionId=1708444691">here</a> or phone the Antlers reservation line, 719-995-5600, and reference the AAUW Conference to receive the Conference rate. It's going to be a memorable conference! Kind regards. Susan Brodie and Diane FuchsAAUW of Colorado, Vice Presidents, Program Cindi Zenkert-StrangeAAUW, Colorado Springs Branch, Host Committee Chair<a href="mailto:cmzenkertstrange@gmail.com">cmzenkertstrange@gmail.com</a>317-650-1005

Join us on May 3-4, 2024, in scenic Colorado Springs as AAUW members from throughout Colorado gather to explore Women in Leadership: Barriers and Bias.  Saturday, May 4, 9:00-3:30 at The Antlers Hotel, you'll experience a full day of exciting speakers, robust discussions, and interaction with fellow AAUW members as we focus on Women in Leadership: Barriers and Bias. Delicious salad buffet luncheon included, and complimentary beverages. Registration opens at 8:30 AM.   <hr />Friday, May 3, 5:00-7:00 PM, we'll gather for a casual Pre-Conference meeting at the historic Peel House, kicking off our look at Women in Leadership with an inspiring, often poignant, encounter with some of the forgotten women of STEM. An array of delectable bites and beverages will serve as dinner, or plan to eat lightly and make a later dinner reservation.

AAUW Colorado Springs Branch

AAUW Colorado 2024 State Convention

4 S Cascade Ave

Full Conference: Fri Eve, May 3, and all day Sat, May 4

$120

Saturday, May 4 Only. Lunch included

$100

Friday, May 3 Only. Light Dinner Included

$20

Student/Guest Ticket Sat. May 4

$40