The idea of a support group in Beijing is a really good one. But do remember, those of you that are going to China to work, will have a relatively smaller amount of spare time available, than you may imagine.
Don't forget, that you will in all likelihood be working a minimum of 50 hours a week, and possibly 60 hours, during school terms. So a lot of the functions of such a group, will be relying on those of you, that are going to China on a retirement basis....
David....