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We are the first organization in New York City that provides culturally competent and trauma informed housing justice and shelter to meet the diverse needs of the Arab, Muslim, Middle Eastern, South Asian and Black Indigenous People of Color populations. We are not just a shelter - we are a movement committed to empowering disenfranchised populations.

Who Are We

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The Asiyah Women’s Center is an emergency center in New York City addressing the gap of appropriate residential services for the Arab, Middle Eastern, Muslim, South Asian (AMEMSA) and Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) populations.

Our Work

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Since 2018, our shelter has assisted over 1000 women and families across the tri-state area. We provide temporary and emergency housing for survivors of domestic violence. By connecting survivors to job opportunities, medical services, housing facilities, and legal assistance. We empower them to grow into strong and independent women.

Our Impact

650+

Women and Children Housed

Hot Meals Served

71,459

Years of Service

7 Shelter Resident

“I experienced the best days of my life at the Asiyah Women’s Center. I finally felt like I had a family to support me, and be there if I needed them.”

Intern

“The Asiyah Women’s Center is a community and you never feel awkward. We’re all friends and family– it’s the best community I’ve been in.”

Show Your Support

“God enjoins you to treat women well, for they are your mothers, daughters, aunts."

 - Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)

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