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Berenike: Secrets of an Ancient Trade Hub

Author: Yara Marei, Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Berenike, a remote port town on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, has captured the attention of archaeologists and historians for its crucial role in ancient maritime trade. Recent discoveries at this site have provided invaluable insights into the intricate web of commercial and cultural exchanges that took place … Continued

Chickpeas and Checkpoints: Hummus in the Shadow of Arab-Israeli War

By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Food has a unique way of bringing people together, and celebrating it will make you enjoy your meal and feel grateful to receive grandma’s recipes generation after generation. So can you imagine that this great moment of grace and pleasure can be easily stolen, just like the … Continued

Reviving Palestinian Tarweedeh in Modern Music

Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Preserving Heritage through Tarweedeh in Palestinian Resistance Songs Imagine hearing “perlalalafct” and trying to determine its meaning. You might guess “Pearls,” “Pre-effect,” “Blanket,” or “Perfect.” This illustrates the confusion caused by mispronunciation. If you’re learning English and struggle with “perfect,” hearing “perlalalafct” makes understanding impossible. This is similar … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces 30 Under 30 Awardees–Class of 2024

For Immediate Release Washington DC (June 12, 2024): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 30 Under 30 initiative–Class of 2024. Thirty outstanding Arab Americans were announced from a diverse group. A panel of judges from different Arab nationalities from around the country reviewed the applications. The awardees are: Yahia Adla, Reem … Continued

Pathbreakers of Arab America—Linda Sarsour

This is the forty-sixth of Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our forty-sixth pathbreaker is Linda Sarsour, a political activist who has led significant liberal movements to improve human rights. Contributing writer, John Mason describes how she has fought for Muslim rights in the context of 9/11 and the Supreme Court ban on Muslim immigration, and then joined the BLM movement, linking Black and Palestinian human rights. President Obama called her “A Champion of Change.” Linda has been outspoken on the horrific results of the Hamas Israel war.

Arab America Foundation Announces Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit October 25-26, 2024 in Dearborn, Michigan

REGISTER HERE! For Immediate Release Washington DC (May 15, 2024): The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit to be held, on Friday, October 25, and Saturday, October 26, 2024. at the Dearborn Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, Michigan 48126. “We’re spearheading a movement, rallying … Continued

What Can Gaza Student Protests Teach Us?

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Editors Note: After the writing of the article below, last night, police clad in riot gear commenced the arrest of numerous pro-Palestinian demonstrators at Columbia University. The escalation occurred as protesters occupied a campus building, encouraging and inspiring continued activism across the US. As the student protests … Continued

Proclamations, Resolutions, and Statements Issued in Commemoration of National Arab American Heritage Month-April 2024

Since we launched our movement for National Arab American Heritage Month in 2017, we have received numerous proclamations for this initiative. This year, the Arab America Foundation salutes over two hundred and fifty Arab Americans on twenty-four state teams who continue approaching governors, state officials, mayors, school boards, and county executives nationwide. Can you get … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces Performers for National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration, April 18, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) April 10, 2023–On Thursday, April 18th, the Arab America Foundation will present its eighth annual National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration at the UDC Theater for the Arts at the University of the District of Columbia, this year paying tribute to the rich heritage and identity of the Palestinian people. … Continued

Palestinian Writer, Actress, and Poet Dana Dajani to Perform at the National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration, April 18, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) April 3, 2024–The Arab America Foundation proudly announces that Palestinian poet and actress, Dana Dajani will perform on Thursday, April 18th, at the National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration: Tribute to the Palestinian Heritage and Identity. The event will take place at the UDC Theater for the Arts at the … Continued

White House Proclamation Recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month–April 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON DC (March 29, 2023) Today, the president of the United States issued a proclamation recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) for April 2024. A copy of the proclamation can be found here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/03/29/a-proclamation-on-arab-american-heritage-month-2024/ About National Arab American Heritage Month Across the country, cultural institutions, school districts, municipalities, state legislatures, public servants, and … Continued

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