It may have a reputation for being for older women, but Eva and Maya Bongarzoni are two of the youngest faces at CWA.
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The 12 and 14-year-old sisters have recently been presented with their badges, becoming official members of CWA Nowra.
Eva, 12, has been involved with CWA for a few years after discovering the organisation through her neighbours, CWA member Elaine Briggs and her husband, Jim Briggs, a long-time honorary member.
Eva helps out on CWA event days, hangs the bunting at the CWA rooms and has participated in a fundraiser to help rural families struggling in the drought.
The Nowra Anglican College student said its the role that CWA plays in the community that inspired her to join.
"It's amazing what they do for our communities and charities and they're so lovely and welcoming," she said.
"They've also taught me so many awesome things like proper manners, different countries and cultures, and sewing."
CWA also holds competitions for its youngest members throughout the year.
Both Eva and Maya said they're looking forward to entering the short stories, baking and photography competitions.
Eva received her CWA badge at the group's 95th birthday celebration last month.
Maya received hers at the monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 2, where she also played a rendition of 'Danny Boy' on the french horn.
The Bongarzoni family moved to Cambewarra three years ago from Manly.
The pair agreed they both love the area, with Maya adding joining the CWA is a way to connect with local events and issues.
"I think it's really important to be involved with the community and help where you can," she said.
"I'd definitely encourage other people our age to join the CWA."
Nowra branch has five junior members and would love to welcome more.
The branch is open each week on a Tuesday with a formal monthly meeting held the first Tuesday of the month at 1pm.
For more information contact 4423 0992.
About CWA
- The CWA was formed in 1922 to improve conditions for women and their families in rural and remote areas.
- The early focus on improving health services has continued through the decades.
- The organisation also debates and lobbies government on a range of often controversial issues such as coal seam gas mining and foreign land ownership and has raised millions in recent times for drought relief assistance programs.
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