Shelter for Muslim Victims of Domestic Violence is a First
October 25, 2018
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Serving Muslim domestic violence victims requires understanding of cultural and religious sensitivity, advocates say. For years, Muslim women have not had a shelter which addressed their cultural and religious needs. Asiyah Women’s Center, the first Muslim women’s shelter to open in New York City for domestic violence victims, is offering transitional housing, a service which has been lacking for years.
Advocates Hope To Solve New York City’s Housing Crisis Through Basement Legalization
October 2, 2018
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Advocates in New York City are fighting for the legalization of basement apartments, arguing that basements are already being utilized but the low-income families residing in them are not given rights as tenants.
