An-Nisa Hope Center

Ramadan: A reset for advocates and leaders 2025 is off to a turbulent start. As an advocate, the demands have been relentless: the weight of our responsibilities, the urgency of our needs, and the struggle against disruptive policies have taken a toll. I’ve felt it—the exhaustion, the burnout, the moments when moving forward seems impossible. But then Ramadan began. Ramadan forces me to slow down and realize that discipline, not just passion, sustains our work. Fasting is about self-control—pausing before reacting, enduring hardship, and resisting urgency. In a world of instant gratification, Ramadan disrupts the cycle and promotes reflection and clarity. In service, it all begins with discipline. At Commissioner Lesley Briones’ Iftar, leaders gathered not just to break bread, but to reaffirm our shared commitment to service. Rufi Natarajan, Office of Commissioner Lesley Briones, Precinct 4, Bibi Khan, An-Nisa Hope Center Share in comments where discipline has shaped your leadership? #RamadanReflections, #Advocacy, #Leadership, #AnNisa, #HarrisCounty, #CommunityBuilding

?? Your Career is Important—So is Your Mental Health. Let’s Prioritize Both. At An-Nisa, we are committed to empowering our community with essential mental health services. Our team of 10 licensed counselors now offers individual, couples, child, and group counseling, ensuring compassionate, trauma-informed support for all. Our services include: - Wellbeing Advising - Talk Therapy - Emotional Support - Neurofeedback Therapy - Play Therapy - Support Groups - Practical Guidance - Coping Strategies - Social & Community Connections Our multilingual team provides counseling in English, Arabic, Spanish, Urdu/Hindi, and Bengali, making mental health support more accessible than ever. ?? Book your free consultation now: annisa.org/mental-health #MentalHealth #Counseling #Wellbeing #AnNisa #Houston #WorkLifeBalance #ProfessionalWellness

We are excited to restart a program that holds a special place in An-Nisa’s mission: Fam4Fam! ?????????? Through the guidance of trusted sponsors, this program provides essential support to families facing crisis situations, helping them navigate challenges and build a stable future. You can be a part of this transformative journey by sponsoring a family in need. ??Sign-ups are now OPEN ????LINK: tinyurl.com/Fam4Fam2025 #Annisa #AnnisaHouston #Fam2Fam #Ramadan #Community #HelpingFamilies

Feeling so blessed to have had the opportunity to present on how far we’ve come in 15 years at the An-Nisa Hope Center Voices of Impact fundraising gala this past Sunday! It’s been such a beautiful journey and I am so proud to be the Director of Operations for this impactful organization. Looking forward to all we have to accomplish in 2025!

Truly a blessing to give back to the community through incredible nonprofits like An-Nisa Hope Center!

The An-Nisa Hope Center Partner Appreciation Luncheon was a remarkable event that I had the privilege of attending on behalf of FamilyTime Crisis & Counseling Center this Monday. Being surrounded by like-minded advocates and professionals dedicated to transforming our community through collaboration was truly inspiring. Thank you An-Nisa for your unwavering dedication in our joint effort against domestic violence. Partnerships like yours are invaluable in our mission to combat this critical issue. Together, we look forward to creating an even greater impact and fostering positive change. Let's continue working hand in hand to make a difference in the lives of those affected by domestic violence. #DOMESTICVIOLENCEAWARENESSMONTH #DVAM2024 FamilyTime Crisis & Counseling Center

If Houston and surrounding areas could have a Justice League for domestic violence advocacy - this is what it would look like ?????? During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, An-Nisa held its second annual Voices of Impact luncheon to celebrate the essential work of domestic violence advocates. Attendees tackled shared challenges, such as improving survivors’ access to legal representation, housing, employment, and vital resources. The event highlighted the importance of primary prevention and engaging men as allies in the fight against domestic violence, recognizing their role in creating lasting change. Partners included Fort Bend and Harris County’s District Attorneys, HPD, and domestic violence agencies across Houston. We would also like to thank our community’s advocating organizations for attending! We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Commissioner Leslie Briones, who honored An-Nisa and its partners with a proclamation. An-Nisa values the tireless work of advocates and is committed to strengthening partnerships for the empowerment of survivors. We stand with victims and survivors of abuse and violence always. #annisahouston #educateempowerenrich #houstonadvocates #htx #community #houstonorgs #domesticvioelnceawareness #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth2024 #domesticviolence

We are OVERJOYED by the incredible success of our back-to-school drive! ?? Your amazing generosity brought in hundreds of backpacks, making a real difference for dozens of families. Huge thanks to Dr. Rubbiya from Emerging Leaders for the fun and informative hygiene workshop. We’re also deeply grateful to our dedicated team members and volunteers, with a special shout-out to Emerging Leaders. Thank you all for spreading joy and being a beacon of hope in our community! We’re beyond blessed to have such an incredible group of people backing us always alhamdulillah ??