President's Message
AWA President’s Message - Paige Jenkinson
When I first arrived in Singapore and was finding my way, the American Women’s Association (AWA) welcomed me with open arms and presented me with so many ways to get involved. It quickly became my community in this home away from home—a place filled with women who were diverse, kind, supportive, and genuinely happy to help. Through AWA, I learned how to navigate life here and discovered what makes Singapore such a special place.
Having moved internationally about ten times, I am no stranger to the effort it takes to adapt and find your place. That search for connection can happen for many reasons—moving to a new country, becoming an empty nester, a friend group moving away, or simply feeling ready for something new. At some point, everyone needs a place where they feel they belong.
AWA is exactly that.
We welcome women of all nationalities, united by a shared spirit of friendship and connection. At its heart, AWA is women serving women and women supporting women—creating a warm environment where members can settle in, build friendships, and feel at home.
From there, AWA becomes so much more. It’s also a place to grow. Once you’ve found your footing, there are countless opportunities to explore Singapore, pursue interests, and discover new passions. No matter what draws you in—learning, volunteering, social activities, sports, or conversation—there is a place for you here. And if something you’re looking for doesn’t exist yet, that’s part of what makes AWA special. Our community evolves because our members bring new ideas, energy, and inspiration with them.
We are also proud to be active in the Singapore community, offering many opportunities for members to volunteer and give back. These experiences allow us not only to support others but also to deepen our understanding of the place we currently call home.
What we have built together is truly something special. AWA offers women a place, a purpose, a support system, and a community—one filled with wonderfully diverse yet like-minded women who come together in a spirit of encouragement, service, friendship, and fun. I do not take for granted what we have here, and I am deeply committed to ensuring that every member can experience that same sense of connection.
Members—you are amazing. You are the heart and soul of AWA: the planners, the connectors, and the reason we thrive. You are also our greatest ambassadors, sharing the warmth and spirit of this community with every new woman who walks through our doors.
I am so grateful for each of you and for the community we continue to build together. Thank you for being warm, welcoming, and wonderfully diverse—for creating a place where women lift one another up, share experiences, and form meaningful connections that last.
You are the reason I am honored to serve.
AWA President’s Message - Paige Jenkinson
When I first arrived in Singapore and was finding my way, the American Women’s Association (AWA) welcomed me with open arms and presented me with so many ways to get involved. It quickly became my community in this home away from home—a place filled with women who were diverse, kind, supportive, and genuinely happy to help. Through AWA, I learned how to navigate life here and discovered what makes Singapore such a special place.
Having moved internationally about ten times, I am no stranger to the effort it takes to adapt and find your place. That search for connection can happen for many reasons—moving to a new country, becoming an empty nester, a friend group moving away, or simply feeling ready for something new. At some point, everyone needs a place where they feel they belong.
AWA is exactly that.
We welcome women of all nationalities, united by a shared spirit of friendship and connection. At its heart, AWA is women serving women and women supporting women—creating a warm environment where members can settle in, build friendships, and feel at home.
From there, AWA becomes so much more. It’s also a place to grow. Once you’ve found your footing, there are countless opportunities to explore Singapore, pursue interests, and discover new passions. No matter what draws you in—learning, volunteering, social activities, sports, or conversation—there is a place for you here. And if something you’re looking for doesn’t exist yet, that’s part of what makes AWA special. Our community evolves because our members bring new ideas, energy, and inspiration with them.
We are also proud to be active in the Singapore community, offering many opportunities for members to volunteer and give back. These experiences allow us not only to support others but also to deepen our understanding of the place we currently call home.
What we have built together is truly something special. AWA offers women a place, a purpose, a support system, and a community—one filled with wonderfully diverse yet like-minded women who come together in a spirit of encouragement, service, friendship, and fun. I do not take for granted what we have here, and I am deeply committed to ensuring that every member can experience that same sense of connection.
Members—you are amazing. You are the heart and soul of AWA: the planners, the connectors, and the reason we thrive. You are also our greatest ambassadors, sharing the warmth and spirit of this community with every new woman who walks through our doors.
I am so grateful for each of you and for the community we continue to build together. Thank you for being warm, welcoming, and wonderfully diverse—for creating a place where women lift one another up, share experiences, and form meaningful connections that last.
You are the reason I am honored to serve.