Who we are
AAUPW is a private organization based in Munich, Germany for American and other English-speaking women graduates of an American accredited college or university.
What we do
In addition to our monthly program meeting, which features a guest speaker and a lively discussion, we offer a variety of other monthly events and activities.
How to join
If you'd like to know more about AAUPW, why not come along to one of our monthly gatherings to see if our group and its activities reflect your personal interests?
Recent & Upcoming Events
March Program Meeting
Sustainability for a resilient Future
Our next program will be March 18, 2026 at 18:30.
Speaker Rahul Dsouza grew up in the coastal city of Mangalore, India. Armed with a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, he moved to Germany in 2019 to pursue a Master’s in Engineering and International Business. His studies in Berlin focused heavily on Sustainability—a passion he carries into his current role at W.L. Gore & Associates, a Delaware based company here in Putzbrunn. He is proud to work for the company that revolutionized outdoor gear with GORE-TEX, helping bridge the gap between technical engineering and global business.
Rahul writes:
Most of us know sustainability is important, but how do we actually measure 'green'? In my talk, I’ll pull back the curtain on how we use data and engineering to track a product’s environmental impact—from the raw materials to the store shelf. My goal is to show you that sustainability isn't just a buzzword; it’s a rigorous engineering challenge that helps us build a more resilient future.
February Program Meeting
Our next program will be held this week on, February 18th at 18:30. We are very pleased to welcome our speaker, Cassandra Thu.
Cassandra Thu is an international tax professional with several years of experience advising expatriates, entrepreneurs, and internationally mobile individuals on cross-border tax matters. Her work focuses on German and international tax law, double taxation treaties, and structuring questions for clients with ties to multiple jurisdictions, particularly between Germany, the U.S., and other European countries. She has worked with both corporate and private clients and has a strong interest in making complex tax topics accessible and practical.
In her talk, Cassandra will focus on key tax topics that are especially relevant for expatriates and internationally mobile individuals. This includes an overview of how double taxation treaties (in particular between Germany and the U.S., as well as within Europe) work in practice, common tax pitfalls for expats, and practical considerations around cross-border real estate ownership. The aim is to provide clarity, raise awareness of typical issues, and offer practical guidance on what to look out for when living, working, or investing across borders.
Interesting conversations, professional advice, and good friends — AAUPW has been my lifesaver!
I do not know how I would have survived the transition to Munich without AAUPW. The women in the club have become my closest friends, supporting each other though thick and thin. I am so grateful that I was invited to join, and have never looked back.