“The education and empowerment of women throughout the world cannot fail to result in a more caring, tolerant, just, and peaceful life for all.”

- Aung San Suu Kyi

Make the most of all the events on offer and keep up-to-date with last minute additions to our calendar by joining the IWC Belgrade Members Only Facebook Page and our brand new IWC Belgrade Whatsapp Community.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, to be in the know about spontaneous events, learn about offers from our business partners and hear about IWC activities. If you have an idea for an event, contact us any time, we always love to hear from our members!

 

MID-MONTH REVIEW

General Assembly

What a great turn out we had today - 90 members voted either in person or nominated someone to vote by proxy, a total of just over 60% club membership. This really helps solidify the work that IWC is doing, both for our club members and for the wider community, so thank-you for your support. It was lovely to hear from the many different aspects of club life and look ahead to what could be achieved over the coming year.

More details of the General Assembly will be sent out in due course for those who were unable to attend.

 

IWC MAIN EVENTS

Chamber of Commerce

24.05.24 at 11:00 | Privredna Komora Srbije | Krunska 26, Beograd

The Director of Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Serbia, Mrs Branislava Simanic, in coordination with our dear member Mrs Luiza Waldrick-Eremic, have the pleasure of inviting IWC memebrs to know more about the government project "Women Entrepreneurs". Their goal is to promote inclusive leadership and support women entrepreneurs.

"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much! Let's join forces to break barriers."

- Branislava Simanic

After the presentation program refreshments will be served, to include light bites, coffee and soft drinks.

IMPORTANT

• Limited to 30 IWC Members and their guests only

CLICK HERE to RSVP by Tuesday May 21st

Date: Friday May 24th at 11:00
Location: Privredna Komora Srbije, Krunska 26, Beograd
Fee: Free

 

Etno Mreža Diplomatic Visit in Kučevo

29.05.24 from 11:00 to 15:00 (08:30 to approximately 17:00 with transportation) | Kučevo 

IWC Members are cordially invited to participate in The Ethno Network (Etno Mreža) diplomatic visit to the colony in Kučevo on Wednesday May 29th.

Agenda:

• 10:15 to 10:30 - Arrival of guests to the municipal hall in Kucevo, Veljka Dugosevica, Square 30 2.15min from Belgrade (145km)
• 10:30 to 11:00 - Reception with the Mayor Presenting unique potentials of Kucevo municipality, Vlach folk traditions, stilt dancing
• 11:00 to 11:30 - Tour of the colony Exchange with artisans, visiting a sales exhibition, family photo
• 11:30 to 12:00 - Media statements: Cultural heritage as a pillar of local development Marko Krstic, Director of Ethnographic museum in Belgrade, Svetoslav Atanasov, General Manager of CCHBC, Dr Ivan Rajicic, Kucevo Mayor
• 12:00 to 12:30 - Ride to Ravnište 20min ride, route Kucevo - Kucajno - Ravniste
• 12:30 to 13:00 - Visiting Ravnistarka cave Guided tour of the cave
• 13:00 to 13:30 - Ride to Suva reka 20min ride, route Ravniste - Kucevo - Neresnica - Kiselavoda (Suva reka)
• 13:30 to 14:00 - Gold washing in the Bukovska river Demonstration of panning and helping quests find their rock of gold
• 14:00 to 15:30 - Joint lunch in the restaurant “Suva reka”

CLICK HERE to RSVP by Wednesday May 22nd

Date: Wednesday May 29th from 10:30 to 15:30
Location: Kučevo
Fee: Free - Personal expenses only. Transportation, lunch and drinks will be provided by Etno Mreža

 

Tour of the Museum of Yugoslavia

30.05.24 from 10:00 to 11:00 | The Museum of Yugoslavia | Mihaila Mike Jankovića 6

We'd like to invite you to a guided tour of the Museum of Yugoslavia on May 30th from 10:00 to 11:00. During the tour, you'll be able to hear much about Tito and how he united Yugoslavia, see many diplomatic gifts, hear about how Tito handled neutrality during the Cold War and how his funeral was a remarkable event of the time, bringing together 128 out of 154 UN members, amoung which were both the President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, and First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba, Fidel Castro.

This is the first event organised by IWC Intern Emilija Stevanovic who notes that she'd love to connect the ladies with another side of Serbian culture in the upcoming season. She says:

"After almost a full season in IWC and having had many talks with members, I wanted to use the opportunity to bring you a little bit closer to understanding modern-day Serbia, and what better way to start than from its 'golden days' - Yugoslavia! I hope you'll join me on this journey and enjoy it as much as I do."

IMPORTANT

• Open to 25 IWC members only

CLICK HERE to RSVP by Tuesday May 28th

Date: Thursday May 30th from 10:00 to 11:00
Location: Museum of Yugoslavia
Fee: Free (tour fees covered by IWC)

 

Boya Workshop

04.06.24 from 10:30 to 12:30 | Boya Porcelain Studio | Carigradska 7, Dorcol

Let's create and do something good!

Boya porcelain and Vilenica studio invite IWC members and their guests to a truly inspiring and charitable morning. 

During a two-hour long workshop at a beautiful atelier space in Dorcol you will create two different pieces of art. You will be guided by two different women who will lead you through a creative process introducing you to two different techniques. You will make a linen napkin using a wood-block printing technique and a ceramic serving platter using a slab buiding technique. Both pieces come together as a beautiful ensemble and make a wonderful memory from Serbia created by your own hands.

And here comes the most beautiful part, perfectly matching our annual charity theme 'to empower women in need': Your contribution to the workshop funds the same experience for another woman who would not be able to afford it herself. Once our workshop is done, the artists will host the same number of vulnerable or marginalized women for free. If out of this group a participant shows special interest and skills, she will be offered an individual two months training to support and help her build up her own financial independence.

IMPORTANT

• IWC members and their guests, spaces are limited!
• 6000 RSD including all materials, beverage and wine AND the funding of an equal workshop and possible training for women in need

CLICK HERE to RSVP by Friday May 31st

Date: Tuesday June 4th from 10:30 to 12:30
Location: Boya Porcelain Studio, Carigradska 7, Dorcol, Beograd
Fee: 6000 RSD including all materials, beverage and wine AND the funding of an equal workshop and possible training for women in need

 

Coffee Morning

10.06.24 at 10:30 | US Residence | Užička 44

IWC Member and spouse to the US Ambassador, Julie Hill, has kindly invited us all to enjoy breakfast in her garden. Please join us on what will be a relaxed occassion to meet other members and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the US Residence. There will be a walk around the gardens for those who wish so please wear comfortable footwear.

IMPORTANT

• Open to 120 IWC members and their guests only
• As this is a garden event please dress appropriately

CLICK HERE to RSVP by Sunday June 2nd

Date: Monday June 10th at 10:30

Location: US Residence, Užička 44

Mrs Hill's focus is Sports Diplomacy and she asks that, in co-operation with SWAG, members please bring NEW sports equipment to be given out to unprivileged youth in Serbia. 

Examples: soccer balls, footballs, tennis balls, baseballs, gloves, sports clothing etc.

 

ACTIVITY GROUPS

Check out the fabulous events our Activity Coordinators have organised below or stay up to date with the latest goings on by requesting to join each activity group in our brand new Whatsapp Community.

*CLICK HERE to see all ACTIVITIES Coming Up!*

• Book Club with Sabine Keiser - Meeting Tuesday May 21st to discuss "Morning and Evening" by Jon Fosse

• Creative Arts Group - Paint with Puppies and the Lipstick Lab - limited spaces so sign up now!

• Culture Club with Sonia Punin - New events coming soon!

• Fashionistas with Jelena Isakov - IWC's first fashion show on Wednesday May 22nd with lots of special offers!

• Hiking Group with Izabela Bonte - Discover Ovčar-Kablar Gorge and the breathtaking views over the Morava river on Wednesday May 22nd (NB: change of date!)

• Opera Group with Sabine Keiser - See Simon Boccanegra on Sunday May 19th

• Pilates with Valerie Lane - Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, get in touch for more details

• SWAG with Katarina Silevski - Donate sporting goods at the next IWC Coffee Morning

• Walking Group - Meeting every Monday morning from 09:00 at Ada, start every week as you mean to go on!

 

CHARITY CORNER

SWAG

On the initiative of our dear member Mrs Julie Hill, the Social Work Activity Group kindly invite you to join the charity action at the upcoming June Coffee Morning and donate, according to your capabilities - soccer balls, footballs, tennis balls, baseballs, gloves, sports clothing etc. More information coming soon!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New Secretary Wanted!

Rachel's term as IWC Secretary is coming to an end as she prepares for her next adventure and so the IWC Board needs a new volunteer to take her place. 

Learn new skills in a flexible and relaxed environment whilst contributing to the fabulous work of the IWC. As club secretary, you will get to know all the members, work and collaborate with the other volunteers on diverse and interesting projects for the IWC and have a hand in our lovely club’s growth. 

Sounds interesting? Send us an email at: office@iwc.rs to apply.

 

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