Founder and Executive Director of Turning Point for Women and Families Named CNN Hero
Social Worker Robina Niaz helps Muslim women suffering from domestic violence in New York City. Since founding Turning Point for Women and Families in 2004, the organization has provided direct services and support to more than 200 Muslim women. Robina has been singled out for her steadfast and unyielding commitment to give women suffering from abuse a voice and the tools they need to change their lives. Niaz was chosen from a pool of more than 9,000 nominees worldwide. Coverage of Robina's story has aired on CNN, CNN International, Headline News, CNN Espanol, and Larry King Live.
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Mecca to Manhattan: Muslim Women Moving Mountains (M2M)
M2M is back! DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS AMAZING ONCE-IN-A-YEAR OPPORTUNITY!
Space is LIMITED, so please send in your complete application by February 19th,
2010! We hope to see you there!
In its second year, Mecca to Manhattan: Muslim Women Moving Mountains (M2M) is an 8-week workshop series for young Muslim women and girls from the ages of 13-20, living in the New York City area. Workshops will feature dynamic Muslim women, who are emerging leaders in the field of arts, activism, community service, business, and academics. Read more
What Youth are Saying about Mecca to Manhattan Workshops
Our "Mecca to Manhattan: Muslim Women Moving Mountains" workshops designed for girls from the ages of 13-20 years will run through April 18. Eighteen girls are participating and enjoying them thoroughly! Read more
Turning Point Celebrates Women's History Month
On March 27, 2009, Turning Point for Women and Families held its 3rd Annual Women's History Month Celebration. The event, co-sponsored by Prof. Ilze Earner of HCSSW was held at the Hexter Lounge of Hunter College SSW. Read more
A Tribute to Aasiya Zubair by Youth Member
Poems read by Youth Members in Honor of Aasiya Zubair. Read more
Robina Niaz on NPR: Domestic Violence In Muslim America
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