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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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. 

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

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