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Prosperity Now: The Importance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month

November 1, 2021
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An interview with Mona Kafeel, Executive Director of the Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation. “Domestic violence is a deep-rooted issue that affects our family members, friends, colleagues, and many other members of our community. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, over 10 million adults experience domestic violence in the United States each year. To further discuss the impact this issue has on our communities, we spoke with Prosperity Now partner, Mona Kafeel, the Executive Director of the Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation, about the work of her organization and the importance of spreading awareness.” Prosperity Now Read the full piece here.

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Empowering women towards health and safety: the It’s weWomen Plus Study

June 7, 2021
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By Dr. Bushra Sabri Immigrant women account for more than half of the US’s total immigrant population – and this population is growing. According to a report by the American Immigration Council (2020), there are more than 23 million immigrant women in the United States. As a result, there is a growing need to address issues specific to their health and safety.   Women face challenges in the form of traditional role expectations, rigid gender norms, abuse, gender inequality, and lack of social support. The intersection of multiple social identities, such as race and social class, further drives disparities in the health and safety of immigrant women.  This calls for culturally informed interventions that meet…

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The Dallas Morning News: North Texas Muslim community must talk to young people about mental health

May 19, 2021
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PLANO, TX. – Mona Kafeel, Executive Director of the Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation (TMWF), writes for The Dallas Morning News about the realities of mental health among Muslim youth. “When young adults reach out and seek help from mental health professionals, they face a major barrier with a lack of cultural understanding by most professionals and service providers.” Kafeel Read the full piece here. Don’t forget to watch and share the first part of our mental health awareness campaign. Use the hashtag #WhatWillPeopleSay!

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The Dallas Morning News: Retiring founder of Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation leaves a legacy of strong, kind leadership

December 28, 2020
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Rifat Malik of The Dallas Morning News writes about the retirement of TMWF’s founder, Dr. Hind Jarrah, and the impact the Texas nonprofit has had on the local community. Dr. Jarrah passes the torch to Mona Kafeel, who has been appointed Executive Director. As the nonprofit celebrates 15 years of championing interfaith sisterhood and providing social services for thousands of vulnerable women and children, it’s also paying a farewell tribute to its retiring co-founder and a beloved community leader, Hind Jarrah.” Malik Read the full piece here.

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TMWF Announces Mona Kafeel as Interim Executive Director

April 16, 2020
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Click here for the official Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 2020 MEDIA CONTACT: Aliah Henry The Henry Group 214-699-7986 Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation Announces Mona Kafeel as Interim Executive Director PLANO, TX. – Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation (TMWF) announces it has named Mona Kafeel as its Interim Executive Director, effective April 1, 2020. Kafeel brings a wealth of organizational experience and community leadership to her next stage of strategic service. Having joined the TMWF in 2007, she most recently served as Chief Philanthropy and Operating Officer and was responsible for its operational management and long-term strategic goals. In…

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