Events

Gatherings that bring our community together.

AAWA hosts and collaborates on programs that bring women, families, and community partners together throughout the year.

Upcoming

What's coming up

Fri, May 29, 2026 · 4:30–6:30 PM

218 W 26th St, 2nd Floor Hall, Chicago, IL

Cultural Education / History / Community Learning

The Six: Workshop and Conversation

Join author Steven Schwankert for a thoughtful conversation on the untold history of the Titanic's Chinese survivors, followed by audience Q&A and book signing. Open to students, families, and community members.

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More AAWA events and community programs will be added as details are confirmed.

Past Programs & Community Moments

A record of conversations, gatherings, and shared growth.

AAWA has hosted and supported a series of small-group conversations, workshops, and community gatherings focused on women's growth, wellness, confidence, family support, cultural understanding, and community connection. These real moments reflect AAWA's ongoing commitment to bringing women and families together through meaningful dialogue and shared learning.

2022
Community Gathering / Family & Youth
Inaugural AAWA Community Gala
As one of AAWA's first major community programs, this gathering brought families together through service, youth participation, and shared care for the broader community. The program included a youth-led message supporting children facing food insecurity and reflected AAWA's early commitment to connecting family, service, and community.
September 23, 2023
Women's Growth / Community Conversation
Releasing Her Strength
绽放她力量
A small coffee talk that began with three women in conversation, focused on confidence, self-awareness, and women's personal growth.
October 21, 2023
Women's Growth / Leadership
Building Confidence as Women
女性如何建立自信
A women-centered conversation exploring confidence, self-expression, personal development, and how women support one another through shared experience.
November 26, 2023
Wellness & Reflection
Women's Self-Care and Wellbeing Coffee Chat
女性的自我关怀和健康
A coffee chat focused on women's self-care, emotional wellbeing, health, and the importance of creating space for rest, reflection, and support.
January 1, 2024
Personal Growth / Community Gathering
New Year Goals and Letting Dreams Take Flight
制定新年目标，放飞梦想
A New Year gathering encouraging women to reflect on personal goals, clarify intentions, and support one another in pursuing growth and possibility.
February 17, 2024
Cultural Understanding / Women's Conversation
Reflections on Love Across Cultural Backgrounds
跨国文化背景下关于爱的思考
A discussion on love, relationships, identity, and emotional understanding across cultural backgrounds, creating space for thoughtful and respectful exchange.
March 30, 2024
Community Gathering
Community Gathering and Women's Conversation
An AAWA gathering bringing women together for conversation, connection, and shared community support.
April 27, 2024
Family Support / Motherhood
Conversations on Motherhood
关于成为妈妈的话题
A women's conversation focused on motherhood, family roles, identity, support, and the lived experiences of becoming and being a mother.
June 23, 2024
Women's Leadership / Career Growth
In-Person Women's Career Growth Sharing Session
线下职场女性成长分享会
An in-person sharing session focused on women's professional development, career growth, workplace confidence, and peer support.
August 20, 2025
Family Support / Community Connection
Moms' Mutual Support Circle
妈妈的互助联盟
A gathering focused on building mutual support among mothers, encouraging connection, resource sharing, and community-based care.