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An Update on the 2021 FIFA Arab Cup in Qatar

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: On November 30, 2021, the FIFA Arab Cup soccer tournament kicked off in the country of Qatar. The ‘Arab Cup’ ran until December 18, 2021, and during the timeframe of the competition, many exciting matches took place. So, what is the purpose of the FIFA Arab … Continued

Traditional Music in Morocco Series (Episode 7 of 7): Classical Sufi Music

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also has its own unique musical and dance genres that are borne out of numerous traditions. These traditions stem from many influences including the cultures of the Amazigh, Arabs, Berbers, Gnawa, … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces Program for the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., November 8, 2021) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce its program for the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit to be held, November 12, 13 (14th is optional), 2021, at the Doubletree Hotel in Dearborn, Michigan. There are a-la-carte registrations available in Eventbrite as well. The historic … Continued

Traditional Music of Morocco Series (Episode 2 of 7): Gnawa

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also has its own unique musical and dance genres that are borne out of numerous traditions. These traditions stem from many influences including the cultures of the Amazigh, Arabs, Berbers, Gnawa, … Continued

Traditional Music of Morocco Series (Episode 1 of 7): Reggada

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also has its own unique musical and dance genres that are borne out of numerous traditions. These traditions stem from many influences including the cultures of the Amazigh, Arabs, Berbers, Gnawa, … Continued

Tunisian Politics: First Woman Prime Minister of the Arab World

Amid political tension in Tunisia, President Kais Saied appointed Najla Bouden Rhomdane as the first female Prime Minister in Tunisia and the Arab world. Romdhane was appointed prime minister after President Saied dismissed her predecessor and suspended parliament in July. While Rhomdane’s appointment is positive for many women in the Arab world, Tunisia has been going through a political crisis that has triggered skepticism around Rhomdane’s appointment. 

Arab America Foundation Announces 30 Under 30 Awardees–Class of 2021

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

Somalia: A Country Rich in Oral Tradition and Mythology

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Somalia has, unfortunately, over the years been known for its numerous civil wars, failed governments, and terrorist attacks that have taken place in its capital, Mogadishu, but were you aware there is so much more to this beautiful Arab country in the Horn of Africa? This … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces 40 Under 40 Awardees–Class of 2021

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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