Dear Members,
It is with immense gratitude and excitement that I continue my journey as your Chairman.
Since joining FWA-UK in 1990, I have seen our organisation grow into a vibrant and supportive community, and now, standing before you in this role, I am eager to continue that legacy.
I extend my deepest thanks to Ms. Dulia Prado for her leadership, and I hope to honour the foundation she has laid as we step into this next chapter together.
Looking Ahead
As I look ahead, I am filled with optimism. The year ahead holds endless possibilities, and I believe we have the potential to achieve even more for our members and the communities we serve.
We’ve had some fantastic successes in the past year—wonderful events that brought us together, strong fundraising efforts, and vital outreach projects. But now is the time to take our mission further, to reach higher.
Expanding the Education Campaign
One of my greatest aspirations is to expand our Education Campaign, not only by continuing to support more high school students, but also by growing our college scholarship programme.
Education is the key to opening doors for our younger generations, and I am committed to making sure that we play an even bigger role in helping these bright minds achieve their goals.
We will work diligently to increase the number of scholarships we can offer, and I know that with your continued support, this vision will become a reality.
Strengthening Community Outreach
Moreover, we will strive to strengthen our community outreach by supporting vital causes like our upcoming partnerships with Innerwheel Philippines, focusing on providing medical care for abandoned children with special needs and supporting women deprived of liberty. These are just the beginnings of what we can do together, and I am confident that, with our collective efforts, we will continue to make a lasting impact.
A Call for Continued Support
In this role, I will work tirelessly to ensure that FWA-UK remains a beacon of support, compassion, and growth for all of us.
I encourage each of you to stay engaged, share your ideas, and contribute in whatever way you can—whether through financial donations, volunteering your time, or simply attending our events.
Each one of you is a vital part of this organisation, and together, we can make a profound difference.
Looking Forward Together
Personally, stepping into this role feels both humbling and inspiring. FWA-UK has been like a second family to me for many years, and now, as your Chairman, I want to ensure that every member feels the same sense of belonging, support, and possibility that I have felt. I am excited to embark on this journey with you all, and I look forward to what we can achieve together.
Thank you for your continued trust, dedication, and passion. I am excited about what lies ahead, and I hope you are too.
Let us move forward with energy, optimism, and the commitment to make a difference, not only within our organisation but in the wider community.
Warmest regards,
Velly Cattermole
Chairman 2024 – 2025, FWA-UK