We believe that we can empower the sisterhood and help women rebuild their lives.

My Sister’s Haven was founded by a group of women who want
to bring increased awareness to domestic violence and offer a haven for survivors
who were displaced due to that abuse.

Our Strategy

The goal of our organization is to provide interim housing and skill training so that clients become empowered, independent individuals.

My Sister’s Haven’s clientele will have access to long-term transitional housing, and a 7-step comprehensive empowerment program. We aspire to make a significant impact on the Philadelphia and Montgomery County communities, in both short-term relief, and long-term investment with empowered women who can support and sustain themselves and their families.

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Who we Are

Our leadership consists of women who are survivors of domestic abuse. My Sister’s Haven is a labor of love and a response to the lack of available shelter for women and children who want to escape abuse.

Mari Marx

Founder & CEO

Mari is a 24-year survivor of domestic violence. She has 24 years of management of major retail stores. She is currently the manager of Al Muhsinun Construction since June 2006, which is her family owned business with her husband Eric Kennedy.

Yolanda Pressley

COO

Yolanda is a 30-year survivor of domestic violence. She is currently a board member of Therapeutic Crafters on Call. She was the former Assistant Director of Admissions at Drexel University College of Medicine Post-Baccalaureate Programs.

Rizwana Azfali

Founder

Yasmin Afzali

Founder