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This chapter provides a framework that Muslim communities will find useful as they develop strategies for addressing domestic violence. The author’s model includes community and client services, community education, sample workshops, crisis management techniques, recommended counseling and advocacy approaches, developing a volunteer program, and encouraging the involvement of community leaders and members.
About the Author
At the time of her passing, Dr. Maryam Funches (1952-2007) was the Executive Director of Muslim Inter-Community Network (MICN), Bethesda, MD and a chaplain at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, MD. She also served on the board of several leading Muslim organizations, including the Islamic Social Services Association - USA (ISSA-USA), the Islamic American Zakat Foundation, and Alpha Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc. In 2005, Dr. Funches played a pivotal role in the establishment of Baitul Nisaa, a shelter and social service program for domestic violence survivors, and actively supported the effort until her death in 2007. She earned her doctorate in pastoral counseling from the University of Sarasota. Dr. Funches participated in numerous forums and conferences. Her passions included traveling, spending time with her family, and helping others.
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