We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Welcome to ASWM, a nonprofit organization. Our goal is to support the work of those whose scholarly/creative endeavors explore or elucidate aspects of the sacred feminine, women and mythology. Our members may take advantage of member services on line and in person, such as
discounts for event registration
online presentations by major scholars
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embers’ works featured in online art gallery
mentoring for graduate students
discussion forums
conference internships for students
dissertation database
online abstracts of conference papers
resources for publishing, research, and teaching
Because of our commitment to providing information to the public, these projects and programs are available to everyone:
Biennial international conference
Alternate year symposium
Periodic publications of proceedings
Online syllabus/curriculum project
Online art gallery
Reviews of books, films, and exhibits
At our biennial conference we grant the Demeter Award for Leadership in Women's Spirituality, Winners include Margot Adler, Charlene Spretnak, Jean Shinoda Bolen, Elinor Gadon, and Lucia Chiavola Birnbaum. In addition, ASWM confers awards in the areas of Best Dissertation, Best Nonfiction Book, Excellence in the Arts, and Special Contributions to Women's History.
