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Empowering Assyrian women to voice their perspectives and build a thriving, connected community. Join our Circle

10/26/2026

Missed the event or want to share the resources? Our resource guide, with free and confidential help, including services in Assyrian and Arabic, are linked in our bio and will be available on our website.

If you or someone you love needs support, help is available 24/7. Call or text the Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline at 877-863-6338.

10/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday for our Domestic Violence Awareness Panel at Skokie Public Library.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible panelists:

Judge Megan Goldish, Domestic Violence Division, Circuit Court of Cook County
Madiha Hussaini, Prevention & Outreach Specialist, Apna Ghar
Shakea Houston, M.S., Intensive Outpatient Program Therapist

And to our moderator, Norma Narsa, for guiding the conversation with so much care.

10/19/2026

Join Ishtar’s Circle this week for an important conversation on Domestic Violence Awareness. 🤍

We’re bringing together professionals from the legal, community advocacy, and mental health fields to discuss domestic violence, its impact on our community, and the importance of awareness, support, and healing.

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕒 3:00–5:00 PM
📍 Skokie Public Library – Business & Community Center

Space is limited.
🔗 Registration link in bio

🎤 Meet Our Panelists:

The Honorable Judge Megan Goldish
Domestic Violence Division, Circuit Court of Cook County

Madiha Hussaini
Prevention & Outreach Specialist, Apna Ghar

Shakea Houston
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Therapist

10/17/2026

Another amazing year being apart of Lena’s squad!!! We’re stronger together 🩷

10/02/2026

We hope to see ya this month ➡️

1st thing subscribe to our NEW newsletter THE CIRCLE :)

then join Lena’s Squad & Ishtar’s Circle in walking and fundraising for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. To learn more, sign up, or donate, please visit the link in our bio. Let’s 🏃🏽‍♀️🩷

& meet us here for a coffee before walking on over together

& to wrap up the month join us for for an important conversation on Domestic Violence Awareness at Skokie Public Library.

We’re bringing together professionals from the legal, community advocacy, and mental health fields to discuss domestic violence, its impact on our community, and the importance of awareness, support, and healing.

Space is limited.
🔗 Registration link in bio

10/02/2026

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09/30/2026

MEET THE PANEL

We’re honored to bring together three professionals with experience across the legal, advocacy, and mental health fields for Ishtar’s Circle’s Domestic Violence Awareness Panel.

Judge Megan Goldish
Domestic Violence Division, Circuit Court of Cook County
Judge Goldish presides over criminal and civil domestic violence matters and brings extensive judicial experience addressing domestic violence within the court system.

Madiha Hussaini
Prevention & Outreach Specialist, Apna Ghar
Madiha works in prevention and community outreach, bringing expertise in survivor advocacy, culturally responsive resources, and community education.

Shakea Houston
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Therapist
Shakea brings a mental health perspective to the conversation, with experience supporting individuals navigating trauma, emotional wellness, and healing.

📅 October 24 | 3–5 PM

📍 Skokie Public Library

🔗 Registration link in bio

09/26/2026

Join Ishtar’s Circle for an important conversation on Domestic Violence Awareness. 🤍

We’re bringing together professionals from the legal, community advocacy, and mental health fields to discuss domestic violence, its impact on our community, and the importance of awareness, support, and healing.

🎤 Meet Our Panelists:

The Honorable Judge Megan Goldish
Domestic Violence Division, Circuit Court of Cook County

Madiha Hussaini
Prevention & Outreach Specialist, Apna Ghar

Shakea Houston
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Therapist

Together, our panelists will share their expertise on the legal system, survivor advocacy and resources, trauma, mental health, and healing.

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕒 3:00–5:00 PM
📍 Skokie Public Library – Business & Community Center

Space is limited.
🔗 Registration link in bio

09/21/2026

SAVE THE DATE

Domestic Violence Awareness Panel

Join Ishtar’s Circle for a conversation about domestic violence and its impact on our community. Hear from professionals in law, community advocacy, and mental health as we explore domestic violence through a culturally responsive lens. Together, we’ll discuss awareness, resources, trauma, healing, and breaking the stigma surrounding domestic violence.

Whether you’re seeking information for yourself, supporting someone you love, or simply want to learn more, everyone is welcome.

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕒 3:00–5:00 PM
📍 Skokie Public Library – Business & Community Center

Space is limited.

🔗 Registration link in bio

09/18/2026

Save the date for this October’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk!

We invite you to join Lena’s Squad and Ishtar’s Circle in walking and fundraising for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event, which helps save lives from breast cancer. To learn more, sign up, or donate, please visit the link in our bio. We hope to see you there.

Address

7924 Lincoln Ave
Skokie, IL
60077

Website

http://www.ishtarscircle.com/

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