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Help Us Obtain Justice for Immigrant Women in Houston
December 22nd, 2010This morning, I met with another woman I couldn’t help. She was from Guatemala, had three children, and was in her early 30s. Just four days ago, her U.S. citizen husband beat her, punching her in the face and leaving her severely bruised in the lip, jaw, and eye.
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Just One Year After Opening, Tahirih Houston’s Lifesaving Impact Is Clear
December 1st, 2010Since opening its doors in 2009 in Houston, Tahirih’s first pilot office has quickly established itself as an important resource in the Houston community.
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Mutiple Community Partners Recognize Tahirih’s Commitment to Excellence
December 1st, 2010One of Tahirih’s core values is a commitment to excellence. Over the past few months, that excellence has been recognized with several awards and other recognitions from the community.
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Inaugural Public Policy Council Adds Momentum to Tahirih’s Advocacy on the Hill
December 1st, 2010To multiply Tahirih’s public policy capacity, and to provide critical financial support to sustain and strengthen these important efforts, Tahirih has launched a dynamic new Public Policy Council.
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USCIS Issues Fact Sheet to Protect Foreign Brides from Abuse
October 28th, 2010Release of fact sheet marks significant milestone in implementation of IMBRA, legislation spearheaded by Tahirih to prevent the abuse and exploitation of so-called “mail-order brides.”
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Layli Miller-Muro Wins BRAVA! Business Achievement Award
July 21st, 2010The award recognizes 25 female executives who are exemplary leaders within their companies and communities at large.
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Landmark Legislation Would Reaffirm U.S. Commitment to Refugees
April 6th, 2010Landmark legislation would reaffirm the United States’ commitment to all those fleeing persecution and enact key provisions to assist women and girls seeking asylum in the United States.