An-Nisa

10/24/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and part of awareness is recognizing how much courage it takes to keep going, to care for your children, navigate uncertainty and rebuild while carrying so much that others may never see. Because of this, last Sunday, we decided to host a picnic for our clients and their families! 🥳

Our hope for this day was for our clients to know that we see their strength and for them to have moments when they don’t have to be strong. We wanted our families to feel cared for, enjoy each other and know that we are here to celebrate with them as well as support them through difficult times. Their resilience deserves recognition, and their happiness deserves space too 💜

The children went from the bouncy house to carnival games, cupcake decorating, Pictionary, minute to win it and one challenge after another, and still wanted “just one more turn!” Even the moms joined in on the fun! 🎉

To our amazing team and volunteers: thank you for putting so much love into every station and making everyone feel welcome! A special thank-you to Khanvo Coffee for the delicious drinks and Gardenia Vibes for the beautiful decor. Every effort helped make this day special 🩵

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10/20/2026

From Silos to Safety: an afternoon to give back to the people who give so much, hosted at our brand new community center! 💜

Usually, we come together to talk about difficult cases, urgent needs and how to help the next family. This time, we made room to laugh, play, share a meal and take care of one another too.

An-Nisa’s DVAM Partner Luncheon brought together advocates, caseworkers, counselors, CEOs, law enforcement and community partners for an afternoon of connection, and some VERY competitive games! 😂💜

With a self-care reset led by Dr. Ketam Hamdan (Dr. Ketam Hamdan), delicious drinks from Khanvo Coffee (Khanvo Coffee Houston | Coffee Shop + Events) and so much love from our An-Nisa team, we hoped to give our partners something they so generously give others: care, encouragement and a moment to breathe.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month also means recognizing the people who put their hearts into this work every day. They deserve to feel seen, supported and appreciated.

Together, we began building our Community Support Map to help us understand what each organization offers and make it easier to connect survivors with the support they need. More on this later!

For a survivor, partnership becomes real when someone answers the phone, follows through and helps. Every relationship strengthened in that room is another person we can call and another way forward for a family. Every single one of us can make a difference. Learn how by going to annisa.org/dvam (link in bio).

To everyone who joined us: thank you for bringing your joy, your heart and your commitment. We hope you left a little lighter, knowing one more person you can count on and feeling connected again to your why.

We spend so much time helping others find hope. It was beautiful to give some of that hope back to each other 💜

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10/16/2026

Have you ever wondered what you would really do if you were experiencing domestic violence?

It is easy to stand outside someone’s situation and think, “Why doesn’t she just leave?” But what if leaving meant losing your home, financial security, children, family support or possibly placing yourself in even greater danger?

We are so excited to invite members of our community to try something different with us. Thecia Jenkins (Thecia Jenkins ▪︎ Emotional Intelligence Practitioner), Training Director at Harris County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council (HCDVCC), will lead us through In Her Shoes, a powerful interactive experience where you will step into realistic domestic violence scenarios, make the difficult choices survivors are often forced to make, and see how quickly every decision can lead to another barrier.

🗓️ Wednesday, October 21
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 An-Nisa HQ (7100 Regency Sq Blvd, Ste 272, Houston, 77036)
🔗 annisa.org/in-her-shoes (link in bio; registration is required!)

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10/14/2026

We’re getting geared up for our workshop TOMORROW on Islamic Investing that ACTUALLY makes sense. No complicated talk, just easy directions 🙂‍↕️

Your ticket covers a drink from From Baladna, With Love and food from phoeniciafoods 🍽️☕️ Save your seat by going to annisa.org/caya (link in bio)

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10/14/2026

10/08/2026

We always ask, “Why didn’t she leave?” but have we considered what seeking justice actually costs a domestic violence survivor?

We can count legal fees, but it is harder to count the lost income, interrupted education, strained relationships, and years spent responding to the abusive partner she was trying to leave.

And, paying those costs does not guarantee that the domestic abuse will be understood or that the court outcome will provide safety.

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we need an honest conversation about both the misuse of legal proceedings by abusive partners (litigation/legal abuse) and the responsibility of the institutions in the legal system making life-changing decisions.

Access to a courtroom and the justice system matters. So do what happens inside it and the ability to challenge what goes wrong.

We have to ask: what needs to change so that seeking justice does not become another source of harm for domestic violence survivors?

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10/07/2026

📢 Attn young professionals!

Join us for CAYA’s Islamic Investing program on October 15th with guest speaker Hud Williams! We’ll have a special coffee cart at the event, From Baladna, With Love!

Register at Annisa.org/caya ‼️ limited spots available!

10/05/2026

Join us for Seniors’ Chai & Chat at An-Nisa Community Center! Enjoy an afternoon of games, meaningful conversations, and making new friends.

🗓 Sunday, October 11 | 3–5 PM
📍 5927 Louetta Rd, Spring, TX 77379
✨ Open to all seniors ages 60 and older!
💛 No registration required.

Bring a friend—or come meet one! Share this with a parent, grandparent, or neighbor who would love to join.

10/03/2026

Let’s talk money without the guilt, confusion, or “wait, is this even halal?” spiral 🤑

Building wealth and staying true to your values do not have to be in conflict. This workshop, led by Hud Williams from Amana Funds, will break down how you can make your money work for you the HALAL way, in plain language, with zero judgement.

You’ll walk away knowing how to:
💰 Get real about financial literacy (and why it matters more than ever)
💰 Choose the right accounts to start your money journey
💰 Spot and pick halal investments for your savings, retirement, and big life goals

Whether you’re just getting your first paycheck or ready to finally make a plan, this one’s for you! Bring your questions, your friends, and your future goals because we have a lot in store, including some yummy drinks by From Baladna, With Love and food from Phoenicia (included in your ticket price) ☕️🍽️

📅 October 15th
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍An-Nisa HQ (7100 Regency Sq Blvd, Ste 272, Houston, TX 77036)
👥 Ages 20–40 | Young Professionals
🎟️ annisa.org/caya (early bird discount: use code MONEYMAKERS)

See you there!

10/01/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

Abuse rarely starts with a bruise, it begins with control. A partner cuts you off from friends, dictates your money, tracks your every move, or uses fear disguised as love.

This month, we’re exploring the reality of leaving a DV situation; it’s not as easy as everyone thinks. Legal, financial, emotional, physical hurdles all serve as obstacles between a survivor and freedom. Let’s explore practical solutions to ensure that a survivor does not feel alone and can count on the system and the community around them to help them.

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