• Muslim victims/survivors of domestic violence. 
• Service providers and advocates who assist Muslim victims/survivors of domestic violence.
• Faith and community leaders serving Muslims who are experiencing abuse.
• Organizations serving Muslim women, immigrant and refugee women with specific language or cultural needs.
• National organizations that address domestic violence and gender issues in Muslim communities.

 
Muslims in the US are ethnically and racially diverse, and include people who self-identify as Muslim, whether they are practicing or not. Over 40% of Muslims are born in the US, while almost 60% come from other parts of the world. Muslims from other countries are mainly South Asian (40%), Middle Eastern/North African (14%), and from other Asian/Pacific countries. Muslims also come from African, European, and Latin American countries. American-born Muslims are diverse as well. They include African-American Muslims, descendants of immigrants, and converts from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.  Muslim victims/survivors may prefer to seek services from organizations that are faith-based or ethnic-based in order to receive services that feel relevant and resonate with their values. The organizations listed in this directory specify the languages in which services are offered, as well as their areas of expertise regarding the cultural needs of victims/survivors.

Culture and ethnic-specific programs: Agencies that explicitly offer culturally specific services in multiple languages. These agencies have staff representing the cultural/ethnic backgrounds being served and/or have staff trained to work with these communities. While these programs have specific expertise in supporting survivors from particular cultural/ethnic backgrounds, they are not limited to them and are open to helping survivors from all backgrounds.
Domestic violence shelter and 24-hour hotline: Immediate response time, including weekends. Shelter-based services include housing and extensive support services for domestic violence survivors and their children; time limited stay.
 
Domestic violence support services and help-line: Response time is not immediate. Programs provide emotional support; referrals to social and legal services; case management; accompaniment; and other types of assistance.
 
I&R (Information & Referral): (on-line and telephonic): Information and resources about violence against Muslim women. Referrals to Muslim victims/survivors of domestic violence for culturally-appropriate social and legal services.
 
Muslim-specific programs: Agencies that explicitly, but not exclusively, serve Muslim victims/survivors and Muslim communities; have Muslim advocates; and/or have staff trained to work with Muslim domestic violence victims/survivors and communities. Includes organizations providing information on Muslim cultural issues and domestic violence in Muslim communities.

National organizations: Provide information, technical assistance*, and training for domestic violence advocates, community organizers and others.