Ramadan Appeal for Muslim Women, Children and Families
August 1, 2011
Assalaam alaikum:
In the spirit of Ramadan, when we remember the most vulnerable amongst us, I'm reaching out to enlist your help for Muslim women and families torn apart by violence and abuse. Turning Point for Women and Families addresses the needs of Muslim women and families affected by domestic violence. This December we will complete seven years of service to New York City's Muslim community, insha'Allah. Our services are culturally sensitive, spiritually grounded, confidential, and always free. Please help us keep it that way. Read more
NYC Women: Make it Here, Make it Happen
March 2, 2011
In honor of Women's History Month, the NYC Commission on
Women's Issues and NYC Media are proud to present "NYC Women: Make it
Here, Make it Happen," a docu-series featuring 31 women who are changing
the face of New York City. The series will air a new interstitial
episode every day throughout the month of March on NYC life and various
websites.
We are happy to share that our ED Robina Niaz is one of the women being
featured! Congratulations to Robina and Turning Point on their amazing
work within the community. To watch Robina's piece please check out the
video below.
To view more of the videos from "NYC Women: Make it Here, Make it Happen" please visit http://nyc.gov/html/media/wcproject/wc_home.html or click here.
Turning Point's Robina Niaz is Recognized as a "Local Hero"
November 22, 2010
Turning Point for Women and Families is proud to announce that our founding Executive Director, Robina Niaz, was recognized by Bank of America Charitable Foundation on Tuesday as a "Local Hero."
At the awards ceremony November 16 at the New York Public Library, the foundation awarded Ms. Niaz with a $5000 grant that she could direct to the nonprofit of her choice in recognition of her significant contribution to the health of her neighborhood through volunteer service and civic engagement.
Other Local Heroes recognized are Minerva Chin, of Manhattan, who is directing her grant to A Place for Kids; Lester Solnin of Queens and Norman "Nomi" Khan, of the Bronx, both supporting East Harlem Tutorial Program; and Ruth Kopf, of Staten Island, who will direct her grant to Meals on Wheels of Staten Island.
To read more about the award, and Robina's work in the community, be sure to check out the latest features in
The Queens Chronicle,
Metro Internaltional, and
Your Nabe.
Congratulations Robina and Turning Point!
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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March 13, 2010
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March 12, 2010
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August 5, 2009
WBAI RADIO interview
July 30, 2009
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Mecca to Manhattan: Muslim Women Moving Mountains (M2M)
"M2M Kicks Off!"
On March 6th 2010, Turning Point started it 2nd Annual Mecca To Manhattan: Muslim Women Moving Mountains workshop series. The workshops are held every Saturday and aim at helping Muslim girls and young women (ages of 13-20) empower themselves. The workshop series scheduled to start on February 27th had to be postponed by a week due to the snow storm. 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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