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Newsletter November 2014

In This Issue

TMWF NewsEducation

Social ServicesYouth

InterfaithCommunity Resources

Upcoming Events_________________________

Nov 1-Nov. 29 - 3rd Juried ArtExhibition

*Nov. 9 - Islamic Art RevivalSeries Experience, EisemannCenter

*Nov. 10 - 2nd CommunitySeries- Interfaith

*Nov.13-15 - Facing Race: ANational Conference

TMWF LADIES ONLY *NoHost Monthly Luncheon

When: Thurs., November 20, 2014Time: 12:00pm-1:30pmVenue: TBDCost:$20/person

Come and join us for interestingdiscussions and, of course, goodfood!

Please RSVP to tmwf@tmwf.org.*No Host - Attendees are kindlyrequested to pay for their ownlunch.

Your support is greatlyappreciated.

Assalaamu Alaikum (Peace be on You) Dear Supporter

TMWF News

The University of Texas at Austin Muslim Students' Association (MSA) had their first-ever fundraising dinner concerning Domestic Violence Awareness and the Islamic responseto this violence on October 9, 2014. The event was co-sponsored by the Texas MuslimWomen's Foundation and Voices Against Violence. Proceeds from the event will go towardsthe UT Counseling and Mental Health Center's Survivor Fund, which provides aids to victimsof domestic and sexual violence in the UT Community and Texas Muslim Women'sFoundation.

We are extremely thankful for the huge presence of MSA members, who came out andsupported this event, Austin's local family violence agencies, support groups and allspeakers for such strong voices. Special thanks to Sara Bawany and Usama Malik for theiroutreach and PR leadership. They were able to raise more than $4,000 for Voices againstViolence!

TMWF is not only dedicated to work on intervention but prevention of family violence. Mona KafeelChief Operating Officer____________________________________________________________________________ Early in October we were joined by our generous donors, volunteers and friends, whoare committed to the work of the Texas Muslim Women's Foundation. It was wonderful tohear Plano Mayor, Harry LaRosiliere discuss the community's efforts to address the issueof domestic violence and Mayor LaRosiliere's remarks echoed TMWF's stance - it takes theinvolvement of our entire community to successfully heal the scars of domesticviolence and ensure Peace in the Home.

We have been blessed to have the backing of local and national Mosques, individual donors,students, partner agencies, law enforcement, volunteers, foundations, corporate, andgovernment supporters in taking a stand against domestic violence and with the support of

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Your gifts make adifference...

Matching DonationsDoes your company provideMatching Gifts? Contact yourHuman Resources and nameTMWF as your charity ofchoice!

Help TMWF while you shopwith these retailers:- Kroger (charity #90370)- Tom Thumb (charity #12688)- AmazonSmile Your contribution to Peace inthe Home will help us providesafety, shelter and aid tofamilies in need! Your donations can: -Provide emergency helpthrough our 24-hour crisishotline- Provide food and clothing fora family at the PeacefulOasis Shelter - Help a family achieve self-sufficiency by providingtransportation to work

And so much more...

Listen In!!!

Join in the discussions on ourweekly radio show on

Radio Azadevery Wednesday between

11am-12pm.

Click here to listen to past shows.

Confidentiality

The Policy of TMWF is tosafeguard and protect theConfidentiality and Privacy of allclients. This policy is observedand implemented by everyboard member, employee andvolunteer of TMWF!

the community, we have provided safety, counseling, legal support, case management andmore for over 500 clients this year alone (almost double last year).

Education

Click here to purchase your tickets today!

Islamic Art Revival Series Experience 2014

Sunday November 9, 2014from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Charles W. Eisemann Center2351 Performance Drive, Richardson, TX 75082

Experience Islamic Art First-Hand !

Have a henna design painted on your hand!Experience music, storytelling, lecture presentations, fashion show and drumming!Experience digital geometric art!Have your name written in Arabic calligraphy!Create Islamic Art to take home!Watch Islamic Art films!Have your picture taken in an ethnic costume!

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Enjoy a variety of all new cultural performances!Share the experience of Islamic Art with your family!

TICKETS:

Adult................................................$8.50Student/Senior..................................$6.00Child (3 - 12).....................................$3.00Child (2 and under)............................Free

Click here to purchase your ticket!

Please note: There will be a $1 charge onsite ticket purchase - Ticket counter closes at 3 pmon Sundays at the Eisemann Center__________________________________________________________________________

3rd Annual Juried International Exhibition of Contemporary Islamic Art

In a celebration of Islamic art and its universal, cross-cultural appeal, a gallery show ofcontemporary Islamic artworks was held November 1 - November 29 at LuminArté Galleryin the Dallas Design District. The 3rd Annual Juried International Exhibition of Contemporary Islamic Art will include worksby 46 artists with heritage from 17 countries, including several Texas-based artists. Theshow - which is part of the Islamic Art Revival Series, a program of Texas Muslim Women'sFoundation - will also be host to a series of guest lectures and artist workshops illuminatingthe world of contemporary Islamic art. Select works will be for sale.

IARS is a program of TMWF.

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Social Services

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Thanks to all our generous supporters we raised over $26,000 during this National DomesticViolence Awareness Month. Recognizing the impact of Texas Muslim Women'sFoundation's campaign to combat abuse, the Tabani Family Foundation, generouslycommitted to match gifts up to $25,000! If you or someone you know are experiencing violence or know you can get help by callingour Emergency Hotline at 972-880-4192 or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

Community Resources

Child Abuse and Child Protection Services

Listen to our Radio Azad show with Lynne McLean, Chief Executive Officer of the CollinCounty Children's Advocacy Center, who spoke about the detrimental effects of child

abuse and the resources available to the community. Click here to listen.

90% of children who face abuse or neglect are abused by a caregiver or someone theyknow, not a stranger (http://bit.ly/1x2tePG).Abuse can be physical, emotional or sexual. This often leaves the victim sufferingwith lifelong effects such as substance abuse or interpersonaldifficulties, among many others (http://bit.ly/1xWEaMY).In Collin County over 4500 cases of abuse and neglect were reported in 2013. Manyabuse and neglect cases go unreported!

It is vital that parents need to be aware of changes in their children's behavior such assudden fear of a certain individual, which is a warning sign that there may be suspectedabuse. To report suspected abuse call 1-800-252-5400 or 911.

Texas Muslim Women's Foundation works with agencies such as the Collin CountyChildren's Advocacy Center and Child Protective Services (CPS) to keep children safe. Through counseling, legal support, advocacy and careful case management, we support thewell-being of children and families.

Our work with CPS has shown us the following:

CPS acts in the best interest children and works to ensure their safetyCPS offers parenting resources and classes for families seeking assistanceCPS only removes children when it is necessary to protect them from abuse orneglect.If children are removed from their home, it is important for parents to cooperate withCPS to find the best solution and course of action. When it is established that thehome is safe for children, it is possible for custody to be restored.

To learn more about Texas Child Protective Services, click here. _____________________________________________________________________________

Effective Communications for People with Disabilities: Before, During, and AfterEmergencies

During many emergency situations such as during hurricanes and the winter storms that arenearly that are almost upon us, the concerns and needs of people who have a disability areoverlooked. Based on this the National Council on Disability (NCD) plays a critical role in

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promoting successful disability policies regarding emergency management through thepublication of information and policy recommendations. Click here for more guidelines andrecommendations on how to keep everyone in our community safe. We thank you for continuing to support our efforts to improve the lives of women, familiesand the greater community. Warm wishes, Hind Jarrah, Ph.D.Executive Director

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Youth

Our volunteers brought some cheer to the residents of the Heritage Gardens Elderly Centerlast week. We spent time reading, playing board games and applying nail polish to theresidents.

May God reward our volunteers for their care for the elderly!

On November 1st, we will be going to the Austin Street Shelter from 11 am to 1 pm tohelp the homeless shelter organize their warehouse! The address is 2929 Hickory StreetDallas, TX 75226.

We are also arranging a family basketball night on Saturday, February 7 at 7:30 pm for theDallas Mavericks vs. Portland Trailblazers. Tickets are $20 per person and portion of ticketprice will go towards TMWF as a fundraiser. We have only 25 tickets so please email if youare interested in claiming them for you and your family!

Please reply to this email to to sign up! If you have already signed up, we have you on ourlist!

Thank you for supporting TMWF Youth!

Zara NadirNada Alasmiyouth@tmwf.org

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Interfaith

Topic: Loving God through ServingPanelists: Owen Ross and Swathi Anantha with Moderator: Zain AliDate: Monday, November 10, 2014Venue: Northaven United Methodist Church 11211 Preston Rd, Dallas, Texas 75230Time: 7pm-8:30pm

Visit their Facebook page for more information.

TMWF is a proud participant in the 2nd Community Interfaith Series.

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