Turning Point Ramadan NJ Fundraiser
Aug 15, 2010
Please join Turning Point this Ramadan as we come together for an evening of fun and support for a great organization.
Featuring comedy show by Maysoon and musical performancy by the Stars Youth Dabka Group
Tickets can by bought on our eventbrite page. $75 for adults, and $55 for students / children.
Please Join Us In Prayers.... This Mother's Day Weekend
May 7, 2010
Assalam alaikum.
On this Mother's Day, we are reminded of yet another Muslim woman Khadija Mahel who lost her life at the hands of her abusive husband Muhammad Iqbal (inna lillahe wa inna ilaehe rajeoon). Khadija was murdered on April 13 in her apartment in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn but her body was found many days later in a Queens cemetry and was only identified by her fingerprints. The Daily News reported Iqbal told police he wrapped Mahel's body in a carpet and hid her under the bed after the slaying to keep their two sons, 6 and 7, from finding out. The next day, he said, he took the boys to school like nothing happened.
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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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Media and Press
Robina Niaz named "Queens Person of the Week" by NY1
March 13, 2010
The Huntsville Times: CNN hero to speak here
March 12, 2010
I Felt Degraded (IslamicOnline Article)
August 5, 2009
WBAI RADIO interview
July 30, 2009
Humanitarian award to honor busy Bhavani Kakani
November 4, 2007
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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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