By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: In recent years, the concept of a vegan (pronounced vee-gan) or plant-based diet has taken the United States by storm, and currently, it shows no signs of stopping. In March 2020, a study estimated that “nearly 3 percent of the population in the United States follows … Continued
For Immediate Release Washington DC (October 6, 2021): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 30 Under 30 initiative–Class of 2021. Oustanding thirty Arab Americans were announced from a diverse group. A panel of seven judges from throughout the country reviewed the applicants. The awardees are Suher Adi, Samar Marwan Aburahma, Ayyad … Continued
By: Evan Ploeckelman / Arab America Contributing Writer Somali Americans have been gaining particular influence in the United States in recent years. They have a significant population in the Minneapolis and Columbus areas, and there is even a Somali American politician, U.S representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN). But while Somali Americans are grouped together with Arabs … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., September 29, 2021) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce its speakers for the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit, November 12,13 (the 14 is optional), 2021, at the Doubletree Hotel in Dearborn, Michigan. The historic in-person event features an exciting array of speakers in public service, women’s … Continued
Middle East Institute Converging Lines art exhibit.
SOURCE: THE NATIONAL BY: VAILA FINCH It was not until Hatem Salama Saleh left his Brooklyn neighbourhood in 2005 to join the US Marine Corps fighting in Iraq that he personally felt the impact of the terror attacks of September 11, 2001. “That is when I felt the effects of anti-this and anti-that, as … Continued
By: Qaïs S. Ahmadī / Arab America Contributing Writer Understanding “Citizenry Anger” “The revolution’s on … It’s here, it’s today … I’m looking for all my other patriots to come out and help me.” Floyd Ray Roseberry Floyd Ray Roseberry is angry at the United States government, and he decided to set off bombs. Among … Continued
For Immediate Release Washington DC (August 11, 2021): The Arab America Foundation announced today the registration period is now open for the 30 Under 30–Class of 2021. Applications are now being accepted through September 13, 2021. 30 Under 30 is a celebration of accomplished young Arab Americans. The program spotlights Arab Americans in all fields, … Continued
By Omar Mansour/ Arab America Contributing Writer In December 2001, the Texas-based Holy Land Foundation for Relief and Development (HLF), then the nation’s largest Muslim charity, was shut down when it was designated a terrorist organization by the Bush administration, charging it with using its charity activity as a ruse to provide monetary support to … Continued
It is not always easy to know where an actor originally descended from, just by looking at them on-screen. After all, they are called actors for a reason and their screen persona is probably the least likely place for them to give that away! So, prepare to be surprised as we quickly update our readers … Continued
For Immediate Release Washington DC (August 4, 2021): Register now for this year’s second CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit from November 12-14 in Dearborn, Michigan (November 14th is optional). This historic in-person event connects and empowers Arab Americans across the country by engaging participants, performers, and exciting speakers in public service, business, influencers, and artists. … Continued
For Immediate Release Washington DC (July 21, 2021): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 40 Under 40 initiative–Class of 2021. Forty Arab Americans were announced from a pool of close to one-hundred applications. Seven judges from throughout the country reviewed the applicants. The awardees are Fathi Abdelsalam, Ramsey Aljahmi, Dania Ayah … Continued
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