By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer Memorial Day in Dearborn This past Memorial Day, Arab American veterans in Dearborn, Michigan received recognition in the 97th annual Memorial Day parade. This parade, hosted in partnership with the Dearborn Allied War Veterans Council, is one of the largest in the country. It honors current veterans … Continued
For Immediate Release Washington DC (Wednesday, May 17, 2023): The Arab America Foundation announced today the registration period is now open for 40 Under 40–Class of 2023. Applications are now being accepted through Sunday, June 18, 2023, by midnight Eastern Daylight Time. 40 Under 40 is a celebration of accomplished young Arab Americans. The program … Continued
By Dareen Abukwaik / Arab America Contributing Writer What is your race? This is a seemingly harmless question, especially when it comes to the U.S. census and other forms of data collection. But what happens when your identity doesn’t exactly fit into the categories given to you? The day I took my PSAT was the … Continued
By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer Establishing a Place for Arab-American Researchers On Monday, applications for the ninth annual Arab-American Frontiers of Science, Engineering, and Medicine Forum closed for final research submissions. The program accepts work from scientists under the age of 45 from the United States and all 22 Arab countries. The … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: In 2017, the Arab America Foundation began the initiative to have the month of April recognized and celebrated throughout the United States (U.S.) as National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). The initiative was founded by the Co-Founders of the Arab America Foundation, Warren, and Dr. Amal … Continued
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American Heritage Month is a time of year to honor the remarkable contributions of Arab American activists. Their contributions have progressed American society and the lives of all Arab Americans in the United States. These trailblazers have made significant strides in advocating for civil rights and … Continued
By: Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer April is National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). During this month, we honor the Arab Americans who came before us and fought for our community. We celebrate our culture, take pride in our heritage, and learn about our history. As such, everyone celebrates NAAHM differently. Read on … Continued
By Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer The current precedent The presence of Arab American students on US campuses has increased in recent years. Yet, the display of Arab culture remains underrepresented. A student’s sense of community on campus plays a role in their success in college. Numerous students from different educational, cultural, and … Continued
WASHINGTON DC — Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) introduced a resolution honoring Arab American Heritage Month, a month-long celebration held in April to recognize the incredible contributions Arab Americans have made in the United States. “It is always an honor to introduce a resolution uplifting Arab American Heritage Month,” said Congresswoman Tlaib. “As a proud and unapologetic Arab … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., April 5, 2023) On Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Amazon Headquarters, the Arab America Foundation will host a commemorative event entitled, National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration 2023. The event aims to honor the remarkable contributions made by Arab Americans and will be attended by public officials, community … Continued
By Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer In the Netherlands airport, the TVs projected CNN. Everyone centered around the airport screens watching a clip of U.S. troops arriving on Iraqi soil. The video transitioned into a picture of Saddam Hussien. As the Dutch reporters translated the news the only comprehensible words to the Iraqi … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON DC (March 31, 2023) Today, the president of the United States, Joe Biden, issued a historic proclamation recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) for the month of April 2023. “This month, we join together to celebrate the immeasurable contributions of Arab Americans to our Nation and recommit ourselves to the … Continued
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