IWA Penang - An International Women's Association

"Learning about different cultures, sharing individual talents, and supporting
each other through the daily encounters of life in a foreign country".

The IWA Penang is an international women's association which was formed in 1981. The membership consists of about 300 women from more than 30 countries around the world.

In February of 2003 the AWA Penang changed its name to IWA Penang, International Women's Association. The new name has been chosen to better reflect the diversity of its International membership.

Support Network for Expatriates

The primary purpose of the IWA Penang is to provide a support network for expatriates living in Penang, Malaysia. We do this by offering various social, cultural and sporting activities for our members. Many events are also designed to include members' spouses and children. In addition, the organisation is heavily involved in the community services projects within Penang, especially those associated with women and children. We support these charities with our fundraising efforts as well as a strong volunteer program.

A Variety of Activities for Everyone

• New Member Coffee Mornings are held monthly to give our new members the
opportunity to meet each other, as well as members of the IWA Penang Board.

• Monthly General Meetings offer members the opportunity to register for IWA Penang events, hear various guest speakers discuss different aspects of Malaysian culture and to meet and socialize with other members.

• Fundraising activities support many local Penang charities.

• A full program of youth activities help keep the entire family on the go.

• Various classes allow members to learn more about the interesting customs, cooking styles, crafts and cultural traditions found in Malaysia.

• Local tours and short trips are arranged to the many places of interest within Penang and Malaysia Social functions range from wine tasting, super parties, trivia evenings and treasure hunts to formal dinner dances.

• Sports activities include tennis, squash, golf and bowling leagues.
All levels of players are welcome.

• The book and magazine exchanges allow members to share current publications.