EMPOWERING CHINESE AMERICAN
WOMEN TO LEAD AND CREATE
POSITIVE CHANGE
OUR MISSION
We empower Chinese American women in Naperville and other local communities in Illinois through education, advocacy, networking, and mentoring to lead and engage at all levels of community and civic activity.
ACT
LEAD
CHANGE
We are Chinese American women of all ages, occupations, and backgrounds, united in promoting civic engagement and community leadership. Together, we reassert that we belong and that anti-Asian hate has no place in this country we call home.
UPCOMING EVENTS & NEWS
Stay tuned for more events in the near future including CAWA Youth programming in the Fall of 2026!
CAWA YOUTH
Empowering Youth, Empowering Community
RECENT EVENTS
- Fourth Annual Asian Youth Art Exhibition
The Youth Team at Chinese American Women in Action (“CAWA Youth“) along with its partners Naperville Community School District 203, and Alliance of Indian Americans… Read more: Fourth Annual Asian Youth Art Exhibition - Gold Mountain: A Personal Lens on Chinese American History Through Art
This event features acclaimed artist Rich Lo. Through a powerful visual narrative, he will share personal stories and artwork that explore the Chinese American experience. His presentation bridges the gap between past… Read more: Gold Mountain: A Personal Lens on Chinese American History Through Art - Make Your Story Matter: A College Prep Workshop
Check out our photos from 04/26/2026 and stay tuned for a Part 2 opportunity in Fall 2026! Background on Past Event: On Sunday, April 26,… Read more: Make Your Story Matter: A College Prep Workshop
