ABWA was the foundation that propelled me to reinvent myself successfully in the USA when I moved to this country in 2003.  Upon my arrival, I did not know anyone, I did not know the culture, and my experience and education did not count at all to get an equivalent job to the one I had back in my country.

ABWA was the means for my personal and professional growth not only through diverse education opportunities at local and national levels, and online (WIN), but through my involvement and participation in the various activities carried out by the chapter.

Through ABWA I learned the American culture, improved my comprehension of the English language, and learned how women, no matter what part of the world they come from, can be brought together. ABWA empowers us to show love, compassion and kindness to help ourselves and others.

ABWA has given me far beyond than what I had expected; it fulfilled all my needs:  education and work opportunities; connections, life-long friendships, opportunities to give back, involvement in different community activities.  What else could I ask? ABWA made me feel at home.  I thank GOD every day for ABWA.

If you are starting or switching careers; if you are missing written/oral communication or leadership skills for a promotion; if you feel you don’t have all the tools to continue growing in a personal or professional manner;  or if you  are retired or you are new in the area, ABWA is the place to go!