Fatimah Foundation

Initially the objectives of the Foundation were to address the needs of isolated women with children in South Auckland and to undertake humanitarian relief work in this area.

Due to a rapid increase in service demand from Muslim families, with social concerns involving youth, domestic violence, alcohol & substance abuse and family hardship, elderly care, Fatimah Foundation has extended its services to be inclusive.

The idea of starting such an organisation came about based on the need for support and guidance based on Islamic values in a family crisis or family breakdown. It was evident that Muslim women impacted by a family crisis were at a disadvantage when seeking assistance due to Socio, cultural & language barriers. Hence in many instances the fear of the unknown prevented such women from seeking timely help to resolve their family disputes.