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 in Naperville Area (AIANA) invite you to participate in our Fourth Annual Asian Youth Art Exhibit, featuring talented local high school artists and musicians as part of our Asian American […]
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, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. at the Nichols Library, Chinese American Women in Leadership’s Youth Program (“CAWA Youth”)—in partnership with Naperville Community School District 203, Alliance of Indian Americans
Workshop Highlights Dr. Ada Cheng is an award-winning educator and artist who uses storytelling to build connection and community. A former DePaul University professor, she now performs and speaks internationally. Invited guest: Rachna Prasad, our local storyteller from People Tree (https://thepeopletree.org) Admission is FREE. Light refreshments provided. Registration required: Use the link below to register:
Chinese American Women in Action (CAWA), in partnership with the Coalition for a Better Chinese American Community (CBCAC), United Chinese Americans–Chicago (UCA-Chicago), and the Midwest Asian Health Association (MAHA), warmly invites you to the 2025 CAWA Community Conference. Organized in celebration of Constitution Day, this full-day event will bring together students, parents, educators, and community leaders
2025 Exhibitors: 2025 Promotion: Please join us for our third annual Asian Youth Arts Exhibition! We hope to bring the essence and emotions of young Asian artists’ works to promote and showcase their talents! Come and enjoy paintings, drawing, ceramic, and live performances by Asian youth. Free Admission, Light refreshments will be served. Admission: Free
Strengthening Our Voice Join us for an inspiring day of build ing leadership, Civic Engagement and resiliency to amplify our collective voice and reaffirm our Asian American identity. Admission: $20. Register now : https://bit.ly/3RZEbS7
Depart from Naperville Visit the Chinese American Museum and community organizations serving generations of immigrants. A unique opportunity to explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Chinese Americans in Chicago. PPlease register early at: tinyurl.com/chinatowntrip24
Free admission. Refreshments will be served This annual exhibition is designed to promote and showcase the talents of our local Asian American young artists. Exhibits include paintings, digital arts, ceramic and live performances. For more information or how to participate, please contact: asianyoutharts@gmail.com or info@cawaleads.org
Please join us for our third annual Asian Youth Arts Exhibition! We hope to bring the essence and emotions of young Asian artists’ works to promote and showcase their talents! Come and enjoy paintings, drawing, ceramic, and live performances by Asian youth. Free Admission, Light refreshments will be served. CAWA invites all Naperville-area Asian American
CAWA Youth did a fantastic job discussing, sharing and presenting insights to their peers as to how to handle awkward, “sticky” situations. Scenarios presented ranged from peer dynamics to Asian-American specific challenges.
