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Building healthy, safe and strong communities

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Professional therapy, Personalized support

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Empowering Women, Transforming Lives

When women are empowered and supported, the entire community benefits & flourishes. These women go on to build healthy homes, strong communities, and inspire future generations.  

Our mission isn't just to provide immediate support, shelters or counselling; it's about building futures and fostering communities where women's empowerment is a driving force.

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Nisa Talks

Nov

18

Spiritual Abuse

Learn to recognize and protect yourself from spiritual abuse, where religion is used to control or harm. Discover signs, effects, and steps to heal and reconnect with empowering faith.

Nov

15

5 Ways to Support Someone Experiencing Domestic Violence

Not sure how to respond when someone confides they’re experiencing domestic violence? Learn the top five things to keep in mind to offer support, understanding, and guidance in a moment that could change their life.

Nov

25

About 16 Days

Explore the importance of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence, a global campaign uniting voices to end violence and discrimination against women. Learn about different types of abuse, the shocking statistics, and how to be an ally in supporting survivors and raising awareness.

Nov

13

9 Reasons Why She Stayed: Understanding Domestic Abuse

Read about the complex reasons why women stay in abusive relationships, from fear and financial barriers to cultural pressure. Learn how to offer support and empathy.

Oct

23

Nisa Foundation - What is Healthy Communication

By adopting healthier communication practices, we can foster more meaningful and positive interactions in our personal and professional lives.

Nov

05

Nisa Foundation - 5 Tips for Financial Literacy & Budgeting

Learn 5 tips on how you can improve your day-to-day financial planning to lay the foundation for future stability.

Nov

12

A Safe Space for Muslim Women

Mariam's journey from isolation and fear to finding safety at Nisa Homes, sheds light on the unique challenges Muslim survivors of domestic violence face, including community stigma, lack of culturally sensitive support, and the importance of safe spaces.

Oct

01

Meet Shaheen Auckbaraullee, our Interim Executive Director!

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Shaheen Auckbaraullee as Interim Executive Director of Nisa Foundation, effective October 1st, 2024.

Feb

04

Hala’s Story - A Mother’s Journey from Gaza to Canada

Discover Hala’s powerful story of escaping war-torn Gaza with her children, the challenges of resettling in Canada, and how Nisa Foundation is providing vital support to families fleeing crisis. Learn how you can help.

Apr

10

Our Collective Responsibility to Stand Against Injustice

Our advocacy for Palestine, alongside our commitment to serving women locally, reflects our mission to be a voice for those silenced by crisis.

Sep

20

Understanding Financial Abuse

Financial abuse, a hidden form of domestic violence, can have devastating and long-lasting impacts, yet it often goes unnoticed compared to physical and sexual abuse.

Oct

04

Islamic Perspective on Spiritual and Emotional Abuse

Our religion does not tell us to put ourselves and/or our children in harm’s way just so we don’t end a marriage.

Feb

01

Interview with Lisa Vogl

In 2019, Lisa Vogl, owner of Verona Collection, took the courageous step of sharing her story of abuse on Instagram.

Aug

22

4 Ways to Self-Care as a Muslim Woman

Explore 4 powerful self-care tips tailored for Muslim women to nurture your God-given strengths of intuition and empathy. Prioritize your well-being and spiritual growth.

May

04

Laila’s Story

I’ve always been told I have a lovely smile. It’s a really nice compliment to hear, but unfortunately for me it was a dark reminder of how miserable I felt inside.

Sep

20

Understanding Coercive Control

Learn to differentiate between healthy behaviors and signs of coercive control that you may encounter in an intimate or family relationship.

Mar

12

Aiman’s Story

Aiman left her abusive husband when she that her son had begun to accept his father’s treatment of her — and blamed her for it.

Mar

04

Mariam’s Story

TRIGGER WARNING: “My husband attacked me in front of my parents. I still carry the scars from that day.”

Feb

26

Fatima’s Story

TRIGGER WARNING: “When I was 13 years old, a family-friend of my parents sexually assaulted me. This continued for 5 years.

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Muslim Women Transforming Communities

Need help in your language? Nisa Helpline now offers support in French, Arabic, Somali, and Urdu.

A safe haven for Muslim women & children where help is available, shelter is attainable, and healing is possible

A free, confidential, anonymous helpline for Muslim women & girls across North America

A Healthy Community Begins with Healthy Families

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Our Programs

Nisa Homes

Nisa Helpline

Nisa Learning

Nisa Mental Health

Supporting women is vital to the success of our community.

Empowering Women, Transforming Lives

Nisa Talks

Nov

18

Spiritual Abuse

Nov

15

5 Ways to Support Someone Experiencing Domestic Violence

Nov

25

About 16 Days

Nov

13

9 Reasons Why She Stayed: Understanding Domestic Abuse

Oct

23

Nisa Foundation - What is Healthy Communication

Nov

05

Nisa Foundation - 5 Tips for Financial Literacy & Budgeting

Nov

12

A Safe Space for Muslim Women

Oct

01

Meet Shaheen Auckbaraullee, our Interim Executive Director!

Feb

04

Hala’s Story - A Mother’s Journey from Gaza to Canada

Apr

10

Our Collective Responsibility to Stand Against Injustice

Sep

20

Understanding Financial Abuse

Oct

04

Islamic Perspective on Spiritual and Emotional Abuse

Feb

01

Interview with Lisa Vogl

Aug

22

4 Ways to Self-Care as a Muslim Woman

May

04

Laila’s Story

Sep

20

Understanding Coercive Control

Mar

12

Aiman’s Story

Mar

04

Mariam’s Story

Feb

26

Fatima’s Story

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