Monday, February 2, 2009

Mosque Deters Women from Seeking Protection at Shelter

Muslim women are staying away from a domestic violence crisis centre since a mosque opened next door.

The Auckland Shakti Asian Women's Centre in Onehunga helps women escape violent domestic situations but women are too scared to go because they may be recognised by their husbands or relatives attending the mosque. READ MORE.

1 comment:

El-Cid said...

Well, when you are allowed to beat your wife as part of your religion, and you are taught she is mentally and religiously deficient....you get... >Domestic violence (imagine that).

Poor women. Our governments need to stop being so politically correct, grow a back-bone, and stand up for these women!