October 2024 Newsletter

Dear AWC Korea members and friends,

After what felt like a never-ending summer, I'm happy that a hint of fall is in the air. It's a great time to put on a cozy sweater, make a cup of tea, bake far too many muffins (my guilty pleasure) — and gather together with friends, new and old. 

It's a beautiful time of year here in Seoul. For those of you who are new to the city, you're in for a treat: The changing leaves across the mountains are a breathtaking sight to behold. 

Our 2024-25 AWC Korea year is buzzing along, with a number of great events planned for October. One highlight for me is our annual Breast Cancer Walk, taking place Friday, Oct. 18. As a breast cancer survivor myself, I see Breast Cancer Awareness Month as an important time for both self-care and for taking care of our sisters, a reminder to each of us to check in with our bodies. 

The breast cancer event will include a scenic walk up Namsan and a celebratory dinner afterward at our partner restaurant, Brera. You can sign up to participate in the walk, dinner or both, or to simply make a donation. (Please see sign-up details below!)

This month’s newsletter includes several other important announcements:

• Save the date! Our annual charity gala will take place Feb. 7, 2025. 

• We’re looking for volunteers!

• Join our Gala Committee and help to plan our annual charity evening.

• Apply to be AWC Korea’s webmaster! We’re looking for someone to help with updating and maintaining our website.

• Last but not least: Don’t forget to renew! If your membership expired on Aug. 31, please renew ASAP to continue being a part of our 2024-2025 events and communications.

I look forward to seeing you at our events throughout the month.

Sincerely, 

Betty Chung

AWC Korea President

Save the Date! AWC Charity Gala is Feb. 7

Get your calendars! AWC Korea's annual charity gala will take place on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Seoul.

Want to help us plan all the amazing details? We're looking for volunteers to assist with sponsorships, prizes and more by joining the Gala Committee. 

To sign up, please email awc.korea.seoul@gmail.com. (You can reply to this email!)

AWC Korea Membership Renewals

Our 2024-2025 programming year is in full swing. If your membership expired on Aug. 31, please renew ASAP! This will be the final email for members who haven't renewed.

To renew, please fill out our membership form (yes, even for renewals) and send in your payment.

Please note: For quickest renewals, please put your name in the memo field of the bank transfer!

Help Manage AWC Korea's Website

Do you dabble in website design and updating? AWC Korea's Communications Committee is looking for a webmaster to take charge of updating and maintaining our website.

To apply, please send a note to awc.korea.seoul@gmail.com. (Or just reply to this email.)

See full details and RSVP for each event in our members-only Facebook group:

8th | Book Club: “The Women” by Kristin Hannah

Please sign up on Facebook! Location TBA.

8th | Crypto Lecture at Korea University

Learn about cryptocurrency with Patrick Yoon, the General Manager for South Korea at Crypto.com. 

10th | Coffee Morning with Volunteer Opportunities

Join us for delicious coffee, engaging conversations and a chance to learn about volunteering with two of our partner charities: Open Arms and Planting Love. We'll meet at Primise cafe near Seongsu Station. 

15th | Sports Management Lecture with Jim Paek 

Join us for insights on sports management and building leadership & teams with former Korean Olympic hockey coach Jim Paek at Korea University. 

18th | Annual Breast Cancer Walk & Dinner

We'll take a scenic walk up Namsan, followed by a celebratory dinner at Brera. Join the walk, dinner or both — or simply to make a donation. Prizes will be given for: 1. biggest donation and 2. best pink outfit. Proceeds from the evening will be donated to a breast cancer charity. Please RSVP in the Google form! 

19th | Happy Hour at Waikiki Beach Pub Pocha

Join us in Itaewon to enjoy a drink and meet new and old friends.

23rd | AWC Korea Booth at 2024 Autumn Global Moha Day Festival

Join our AWC Korea booth as we partner with the Itaewon Global Village Center at the 2024 Autumn Global Moha Day Festival, hosted by the Yongsan Senior Welfare Center. 

Partnerships and Sponsorships

Your AWC membership includes discounts to these local restaurants, shops and services. 

Visiting one of our partners? Tag them — and us — on Instagram:

Pro-tip: Keep a photo of your membership card on your phone, so it’s always handy.

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