A fellow student of mine sent me a link to this NPR story, Muslim Women’s ShelterProvides Refuge. I found it quite uplifting to read, but also a bit saddening.
Pictured: Asma Hanif. Photo by Dianna Douglas, NPR
The story focuses on Asma Hanif, a Muslim woman who runs a home in Baltimore for other Muslim women who have suffered some form of abuse. It is a place of “sanctuary” and “escape,” and a place they can practice their own faith without fear.
It is uplifting to hear how this one woman-who herself was forced to leave behind her three children after being abused by her husband and seek shelter-could make such a difference over 12 years for other Muslim women going through similar trials and provide them hope among the circumstances.
I encourage anyone to look up a local shelter and get involved. Whether you sign up to volunteer or make a donation, especially around this holiday season, your contribution will be appreciated more than you know.
