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Many families find the ExpatWoman.com site long before they move here; when there’s only a job offer on the kitchen table. At that point the priorities are schools, housing, medical, safety and security, and cost of living. Once here, typically, husbands go to work, children go to school, washing machines get delivered, curtains get put up, Persian rugs and cushions are scattered, and ultimately, expat woman gets round to thinking, “What about me?”
The key thing for a new woman in town is to find at least one good friend. Meeting lots of nice people is a very welcome start but none of us really settle until we find a real buddy. Some women are better at this process than others, and it certainly helps if you have been expatriated before. The trick is of course, to cast your net wide and meet as many people as you can, be open and friendly, accept invitations that might not otherwise appeal and you may be pleasantly surprised.
In Abu Dhabi we are blessed with lots of organized groups offering a wide variety of activities. They all have a slightly different flavor and the best option is to try several and you’ll soon find where you fit. Here we have listed some of the popular women’s groups in Abu Dhabi where we’re sure you’ll be given a warm reception.
It may not be where you see yourself in six month’s time but it’s a start whilst you’re settling into your home, maybe finding friends for your tots or maybe even looking for a job. Of course when you get to that stage, keep an eye on the ExpatWoman Jobs Listings. We add a new job most days across a range of industries; you never know what might work for you ;-)
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