Muslim Community Center for Human Services
7600 Glenview Drive Richland Hills , TX 76180www.mcc-hs.org 817-589-9165 mcchs2005@hotmail.com Domestic violence is nationwide problem and it is alarming to see the increasing number of the victims of Domestic Violence. Unfortunately problems of domestic violence in immigrant communities are more complex because of language barriers, lack of knowledge about social services, lack of familial and social support. As a result of these barriers, many immigrant women stay in abusive relationships longer and these relationships negatively affect both the victim and the children.We recognize a dire need of education, and have plans to reach community leaders, faith based organizations, health professionals, nurses, social workers and physicians to make them aware of the unique problems faced by immigrant victims of domestic violence.The conference is co-sponsored by UT Arlington and will be held on Saturday, June 14th, 2008 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the University of Texas at Arlington. We are inviting national speakers, the district attorney and a judge to be key speakers at this event. We are planning to distribute educational material on Domestic Violence (70- Pages) to all the participants ( health professionals, counselors, community leaders and Imams.)Please see the attached flyer. Looking forward to see you.M. Basheer Ahmed M.D.Chairman, MCC for Human Services817-907-6080 mbahmed05@yahoo.com