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If Jesus Were Alive Today—Would He be a Judean Jew, Palestinian Christian, Muslim Arab, or Something Else?

Apr 5, 2023

Jesus of Nazareth--shows Jesus as more "Middle Eastern" than standard Western depictions -- Photo blogspot By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer As we move into the Holy Week of Easter, the Jewish celebration of Passover, and the Muslim(...)

President of the United States Joe Biden Issues Historic Proclamation Recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month--April 2023

Mar 31, 2023

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(...)

Arab America Foundation Announces 20 Under 20 Awardees for 2023

Mar 29, 2023

For Immediate Release Washington DC (March 29, 2023): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 20 Under 20 initiative. Twenty Arab Americans from throughout the U.S. were announced. Five judges from different states reviewed the applications anonymously(...)

Importance of Arabic Language Courses in U.S. Schools

Mar 29, 2023

By Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer Learning a second language In almost every industry, the ability to speak a second language is an asset and enhances the likelihood of employment. A 2019 study by Forbes found that 35% of employers(...)

An Egyptian Ramadan: Six Refreshing Beverages Enjoyed in Egypt During the Holy Month

Mar 29, 2023

Ramadan Dining Table with Qamar El Din/ Source By: Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer Around the world, millions of Muslims partake in Ramadan, the holy month of fasting in Islam. A time of spiritual revitalization and strengthening, the(...)

Movie Review of 'Four Women of Egypt'

Mar 29, 2023

The Original Movie Cover of the 'Four Women of Egypt.' Photo: IMBD By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer The Four Women of Egypt is a film that depicts a true story of the unbreakable bond that four women(...)

Arab Americans: A Diverse Group with a Range of Health Needs and Challenges

Mar 29, 2023

Image by Freepik By Raed Al-Naser / Arab America Contributing Writer National Arab American Heritage Month is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of Arab Americans to our society, culture, and history. As we celebrate this month, it is important(...)

Report Card Mixed on Biden Administration's Commitment to Balanced Approach towards Arabs at Home and Abroad

Mar 29, 2023

A 'B+' for Biden administration's balanced approach towards Arab Americans but a 'D' for its absence of balance towards Palestinians under occupation By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab America reported optimistically about November 2020’s Biden-Harris victory. We(...)

Proclamations, Resolutions, and Statements Issued in Commemoration of National Arab American Heritage Month-April 2023

Mar 27, 2023

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-fifty Arab Americans on twenty-eight state teams who have approached governors,(...)

Bahbah: Ramadan Wedged Between Instability in Israel and a Possible Third Intifada

Mar 25, 2023

Rally in Support of Palestine during Last Year's Month of Ramadan in April 2022. Photo: Wikicommons By: Bishara A Bahbah / Arab America Featured Columnist During this holy month of Ramadan, Palestinians are struggling to survive amid dire economic hardships,(...)

Suggested Corporate DE&I Activities and Best Practices for National Arab American Heritage Month

Mar 25, 2023

By: Maria Banou and Jad-Évangelo Nasser / Arab America Contributing Writers During National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM), the Arab(...)

Arab America Foundation Announces 30 Under 30--Class of 2023 Applicants Now Accepted

Mar 22, 2023

For Immediate Release Washington DC (March 22, 2023): The Arab America Foundation announced today the registration period is now open for the 30 Under 30--Class of 2023. Applications are now being accepted through April 30, 2023. 30 Under 30 is(...)