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OIWC Mission Statement
The purpose of this Club will be to provide opportunity for International Friendship through social contacts and to further intellectual, cultural and welfare interests in the community. 本クラブは社交的交際を通じて国際親善の機会を与え、地域社会への知識、文化、並びに福祉に対する関心を深めることを目的とする。 |
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"Bringing the world closer one woman at a time."
The Okinawa International Women's Club is a non-profit organization made up of women from all over the world. Monthly club-wide events and group gatherings promote friendship and cultural exchange, while at the same time raising funds and awareness for different charities all over the Pacific Realm. Over the last 65 years, the OIWC has donated food, clothing, money, and a range of other items to those in need. The only prerequisite is that you be a woman who wants to have fun! Visit our club's Japanese side website HERE! |
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OIWC History
Those who enjoy the activities of OIWC owe it all to Mrs. Hide Higa, the wife of the Chief Executive of the Ryukyu Islands. In 1953, Mrs. Higa approached some of her American friends with the idea of forming a club where American and Japanese women could get together to share ideas. The first official meeting of OIWC was held in January 1954. In those early days, OIWC consisted of about 25 percent Japanese and 75 percent foreign members. Today, OIWC tends to be equal in membership. The women who participated then enjoyed many of the same activities of today’s club. They exchanged ideas about homemaking, daily life, hobbies, holiday traditions, and cultural customs. The aim of OIWC has remained steadfast. It has maintained a vital role in the Okinawan community by facilitating a continued desire to learn and understand various cultures, and by serving those in need across the Pacific. Women of any nationality living on Okinawa are welcome to join OIWC and become a part of a lasting legacy of friendship and giving.
Come join us at one of our monthly luncheons or tour events!
Through our members generosity and hard work, OIWC was able to raise almost 2 million yen this year to donate to local non-profit organizations! Click here to see the details of our donations!
We are proud to contribute to the welfare of our local community both monetarily and with our time and efforts.
Thank you, OIWC members!
We are proud to contribute to the welfare of our local community both monetarily and with our time and efforts.
Thank you, OIWC members!
