maonah Community Development Center

347-760-2197

28 Curtis Place, Staten Island, NY 10301

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Speaker at a podium with the maonah Community Development Center Together We Rise banner

Why the Name maonah? The Legacy of Queen maonah

Every organization’s name tells a story. Ours reaches back more than nine centuries.

The Legacy of Queen maonah

We chose our name in honor of Queen maonah bint Ahmad, a remarkable Yemeni queen who led with wisdom and strength more than 900 years ago. Known for advancing education and community development, her legacy reflects the very values we uphold today. At maonah, we don’t just provide services; we carry forward a 900-year-old tradition of leadership and compassion.

Four Pillars

maonah also stands for the four pillars that guide everything we do: Awareness, Resilience, Wellness, and Advocacy.

Empowering individuals and families through education, leadership, and advocacy — that is our mission, and our name is our promise. Together We Rise.

About maonah

maonah Community Development Center

 

maonah Community Development Center Together We Rise, Inc.

empowers individuals and families through education, leadership, and advocacy.

a New York not-for-profit corporation.EIN 41-2478585.

Contact Us

maonah Community Development Center
28 Curtis Place, Staten Island, NY 10301
Phone: 347-760-2197
Email: info@maonahcenter.org