Canadian Federation of University Women - Nanaimo
Action, Advocacy, Education since 1945


CFUW Mission Statement

  1. To assist in developing a sound concept of educational values and in maintaining high standards of public education in Canada; to encourage advanced study and research by women university graduates.

  2. To arouse among members an intelligent interest in all aspects of public affairs in the political, social, cultural and scientific fields; to encourage an active participation in such affairs by qualified women; and to provide an opportunity for effectual concerted action.

  3. To foster a sense of responsibility and encourage women university graduates to place their education and professional training at the service of the community in local, national and international fields; to be concerned with human rights and at the same time to safeguard and improve the economic, legal and professional status of Canadian women.

  4. To take action in concert with the IFUW, of which the CFUW is a member, to effect change at the international level; to encourage friendship, cooperation and understanding among women university graduates worldwide.