National Network for Arab American Communities – Press Release DETROIT—A group of 400 community volunteers and students from eight Dearborn and Detroit high schools teamed up for a major renovation of Detroit Public Schools’ Cody High School for National Arab American Service Day on May 14, 2016. Several classrooms at the Detroit Institute of Technology … Continued
On Thursday, May 5, 2016, Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities (LAHC) celebrated a successful semester of service for the winter 2016 participants of the Youth Leadership and Diversity Education Program. Fourteen young leaders completed 400 service hours during the eleven-week course. Youth leaders proved the words of Dr. Martin Luther King to be true, “Everyone … Continued
BY: Patrick Nahhas/Contributing Writer and Nisreen Eadeh/Staff Writer Across the country there are numerous Arab American organizations that contribute to local and national communities of all religions, nationalities, professions, and interests. Here are some of the organizations working to build stronger communities everywhere: One of the most recognizable Arab American organizations is ACCESS, the Arab … Continued
BY: Sevan Araz/Contributing Writer Philanthropy plays a traditional role in the development of the Arab World. The concepts of charity and equality have been deeply entrenched into the mindset of Arabs who value community strength and generosity. These principles remain in the Arab American communities that continue to serve those around them. Philanthropic organizations have … Continued
Award for International Commitment The amount of courage that goes into the decision to uproot your family from your home to an unknown world is extraordinary. For 65 years, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has ensured that no one needs to make that journey alone. It is their unflagging dedication to serving … Continued
BY: Adrian Tafesh/Contributing Writer As time passes and the refugee crisis continues without an end in near sight, it is important to maintain a high level of exposure for the plight of the Syrian refugees. The public can quickly fatigue on an issue like this, particularly when they can not sense an active improvement in … Continued
Washington DC (September 8, 2015)–Today, United Palestinian Appeal (UPA) announced master oudist Simon Shaheen and the Qantara Ensemble will perform a benefit concert for the children of Gaza on Saturday, October 24th, 2015 (7:00 pm) at Ss. Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church, 10620 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854 Proceeds from the concert will … Continued
Eid Celebrations July 15 – July 22, 2015 CALIFORNIA Eid Festival 2015 : Anaheim Jul 18, 2015 – Jul 19, 2015 ILLINOIS EID UL-FITR Prayer and Celebration Jul 18, 2015 – Jul 18, 2015 AMP Eid Festival: From the Sands of the Sacred Land Jul 20, 2015 – Jul 20, 2015 NEW … Continued
CALIFORNIA Ramadan of Hope: Agoon Foundation with Imam Suhaib Webb July 3, 2015: Ramadan Of Hope is a fundraising Iftar for Agoon Foundation. Imam Suhaib Webb will be keynote speaker. MCA Grand Qiyam with Imam Suhaib and Yasmin Mugahed July 4th, 2015: This year our panelist will be two of the very well-known Muslim … Continued
CALIFORNIA NAAP-SF Bay Area #NightOfGiving: Iftar Across America Jun 25, 2015 – Jun 25, 2015 The 2nd annual #NightofGiving will take place on Thursday June 25th! Last year, you raised over $16,000 for charity and with your support. NAAP-Los Angeles #NightOfGiving: An Iftar Across America Jun 25, 2015 – Jun 25, 2015 Hello NAAP and … Continued
Just when one thought the controversy over the construction of a Muslim community center in New York had died down, documentary filmmaker Michael Moore announced that he has raised over $60,000 for its construction. On the other side are unconfirmed rumors that some NY construction workers may refuse to work on the proposed community center. … Continued
CAIRO—More than a decade ago, students at the American University in Cairo marched a camel around campus to raise awareness about water waste and conservation. They put stickers in bathrooms reading: “Every drop counts.” They hung posters in prayer rooms. And they passed around flyers from an information booth—all as part of a writing course … Continued
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