CTM Info Mission Statement: CTM is a non-profit organization that promotes healthy family & community relationships through education, fellowship and activism. Vision: We strive to be an exemplary and unifying organization in central Texas empowering Muslim women to work for the betterment of society. About our Programs: Family Matters: Focuses on prevention, awareness and support related to domestic violence and healthy family relationships. This program includes an existing hotline number (512-577-SAFE) which has been in operation long before CTM’s creation which provides immediate assistance and education to callers 24 hours a day. The newest branch of this program is the Prevention Team which promotes DV prevention through education and positive events. In the past, the FM program supported the SafePlace Walk for Safe Families and Safe Streets in April of 2006, 2007 and 2008 as its primary fundraiser. Other activities have included presentations to local and national organizations, a Family Fun Day in June 2008, and a seminar on balancing personal and professional lives in July 2009. Our strategy with this program is to “Maintain the current services offered by FM while developing prevention-based education for the community and assessing the need for further services.” Community Activities Focuses on relationship building and cohesion within the Muslim community of Central Texas. This program is largely geared towards social events, creating opportunities for people to meet one another. The CA program may be used to fund other programs within CTM. Past activities have included the Arabic Calligraphic Art Auction in November 2006, a community art class in March 2007, the Red Carpet Gala in April 2007 and a series of Sister’s Chai socials. Our strategy with this program is to “Provide a forum for motivated individuals to strengthen the community by promoting Islamic values and fellowship through regular and consistent community activities.” Outreach Focuses on creating and fostering connections with other faith communities and organizations in Central Texas. This may be educational such as presentations on Islam or social. Past activities have included the AAIM Thanksgiving Service in Nov 2007 as well as the Muslim Peace Marches in 2007 and 2009. Our strategy with this program is to “Collaborate with the broader Austin community to foster a better understanding and accurate image of Islam.”