Asian Indian Women in America (AIWA), Inc., is the first, national, not-for-profit South Asian women’s organization, formed in the United States.  Since its inception on August 15, 1980, in New York, AIWA has focused on articulating and promoting concerns of women in North America.  AIWA has worked extensively in areas such as employment, career and leadership development, cultural acculturation, integration, health, education and general welfare.  It has also provided charitable assistance and developed referral services.  We have done extensive outreach and speaking at various community and academic panels to address issues on political, civic, social, economic, cultural and religious fronts to develop a vibrant American community.