Nine Area Organization Advisers Called for Asia Area

The increasing visibility of women’s leadership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is reflected by the nine Area Organization Advisers (AOAs) currently serving in the Asia Area. These sisters, representing diverse cultures and regional needs, will provide localized instruction, mentorship, and support to Relief Society, Young Women, and Primary leaders from Pakistan to Taiwan. 

Reflecting on her past experiences, former AOA Agnes Ng from Hong Kong shared her experience serving in the pioneer group for five years. She recalled a significant breakthrough that occurred when their focus shifted from formal training to seeking personal revelation together.  

"I shared with them that our time together with stake and district organization leaders is not just about providing them training, but about helping them to receive inspiration from the Holy Ghost," she said. Offering her hopes for the advisers, she added, "I pray that they will have the companionship of the Holy Ghost and be able to feel and share Heavenly Father’s love and His care with others. God is mindful of these sister leaders." 

Stepping into this established legacy, the 2026 Area Organization Advisers bring a wealth of professional experience, profound empathy, and dedicated spiritual maturity to their regions:

• Bolinda Sok (Cambodia): A Church production resource manager holding a master's in finance, Sister Sok noted the challenges youth face with cultural shifts and social media. She highlighted a focus on fostering a deep understanding of God's love, noting, "Where there is God’s love, there is God’s healing power to bless, comfort, and heal."  
• Grace (Ming Yu) Cheng (Hong Kong): A retired management consultant, Sister Cheng identified the difficulty of building spiritual habits in a fast-paced city. She plans to encourage leaders to commit daily time to the Lord, reminding them that God has a specific, personal plan for each individual's progress.  
• Minni Shalini Isaac (India): Working for the Indian Postal Department, Sister Isaac relates to the caregiving and academic pressures placed on Indian women and youth. Drawing from her own experiences, she hopes to plant one core truth in the hearts of the leaders she serves: "The Lord strengthens those He calls, you are not alone."  
• Jeannet Oliveiro (Indonesia): A Church language coordinator and member for nearly 50 years, Sister Oliveiro emphasized the need for spiritual discernment to navigate technology wisely. Her goal is to help leaders keep their focus on the Savior to find lasting peace.  
• ChenYing Lee (Malaysia): A clinical psychologist, Sister Lee recognizes the unique challenges of navigating life as a religious minority. She hopes to help local sisters understand their divine worth so they can step away from worldly pressures and trust that the Lord is guiding His work.  
• Apphia Kiran Peter (Pakistan): An MBA graduate, Sister Peter understands the cultural barriers and limited educational opportunities many local women face. Through her mentorship, she aims to create "a safe and uplifting space where they feel heard, valued, and empowered to make a positive impact in their families and communities."  
• Janjira Sirisarn (Thailand): An entrepreneur with a master's in public administration, Sister Sirisarn understands the pressure to measure up to societal ideals. She views Church service as a refining process, sharing that callings are "opportunities for transformation, not just responsibilities to fulfill." 
• Shu Wen Yang (Taiwan): Sister Yang, a freelance translator with a master’s degree in foreign language education, observes the intense academic and social pressures on Taiwanese youth. She encourages leaders to view Church organizations as "a connected community of disciples whose ministries are deeply intertwined."  
• Thị Thanh Nguyen (Viet Nam): A convert who faced initial family opposition, Sister Nguyen currently works for the Church in Leader & Member Support services in Hanoi. She envisions helping local women navigate traditional expectations by rooting them in the truth that they are "beloved daughters of Heavenly Father, perfectly loved, with a divine purpose and potential." 

"We are immensely grateful for the dedication and willingness of these wonderful sisters to serve,” said Elder Kelly R. Johnson, the Asia Area President of the Church. “Their spiritual maturity, diverse experiences, and devotion to the Savior will allow them to deeply bless, mentor, and instruct stake and district Primary, Young Women, and Relief Society leaders as the Church continues to take root and rise across the Asia Area.” 

For more details regarding Area Organization Advisers, click here.