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5 Innovative Arab Women: Artists Pushing the Boundaries of Gender

By: Sarah Chaudhry/Arab America Contributing Writer              Surrounded by a strong patriarchy, art in the Middle East mainly encompasses work through a certain lens. There is a dearth of female artists who are pursuing art within the Middle East. Many comment on the role of women through their respective experiences. … Continued

10 Must-Read Arab Feminist Writers

By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer As quarantine reaches the end of its third month, we are all looking for new things to do and occupy our time with. It might be time to try clicking the “Yes, I’m Still Watching” button on Netflix and try something new! So, if you’re looking for an inspiring … Continued

Black Lives Matter Influences the Arab World for Positive Changes

By: Amana Tashfeen/Arab America Contributing Writer The events following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police and the murder of Breonna Taylor by Louisville police have shined a growing light on the injustices of racism. This in turn sparked significant action amongst the Arab community and the rest of the world in the fight … Continued

Malcolm X and the Afro-Arab Political Legacy

By Grace Friar/Arab America Contributing Writer Malcolm X remains at the forefront of African-American leaders, and his ideals continue to inspire political movements around the world. He is accredited with laying the foundations of the Black Power Movement, and is widely known for his advocacy of African-American independence and self-sufficiency, rather than integration into a … Continued

Arab Americans’ Identity

By: Noor Almohsin/Arab America Contributing Writer         The Arab community is a growing minority in the United States. The Arab American population is estimated at four million and is spread in all states, but primarily concentrated in Michigan, Illinois, California, Houston, and New York. Most Arab Americans who immigrated were highly educated professionals … Continued

Meaningful Quotes from Arab Women During the 20th Century

By: Clara Jude/Arab America Contributing Writer                    The 20th century marks a turning point for females around the world. Throughout this time women stood up and made their voices heard. They began to come together in the fight for their rights. Many important females used their fame … Continued

The Mariam Foundation in the City of Mariam

By: Sophia Segal/Arab America Contributing Writer This   This year has definitely been challenging, to say the least, and we all have tried our best to muster up the strength to persevere during these unprecedented times. COVID-19 has taken its toll, and many of us have been blessed with our health, but unfortunately, too many … Continued

The Map With No Name

By: Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer When you think about it, a map is more than just markings on a page; it is one way we confirm the sovereignty (or lack thereof) of nations and states around us. In a digital age when we can access these maps with the tap of a finger, their … Continued

Ralph Nader to Address Arab America Foundation Rising Leaders for 2020

The Arab America Foundation will honor the sixty Rising Leaders for their 40 Under 40 and 20 Under 20 initiatives on Thursday, December 10, 2020 (7 pm ET). Political activist, author, lecturer, lawyer, and former candidate for President of the United States, Ralph Nader, will keynote the event. The event will Highlight professionals for achievement in their … Continued

Three Young Female Palestinian Voices Behind Israeli Bars

By: Raneem Ghunaim/ Arab America Contributing Writer          Israel has illegally occupied the state of Palestine for over 72 years now. The cruelty and harsh reality that Palestinians had and still, to this day, have to live through are unbelievable. The media likes to show certain parts of the occupation, sometimes even … Continued

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