By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Moroccan colonialism’s history is rich and diverse, spanning several centuries and involving numerous foreign powers. Morocco, with its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe and Africa, has long been desired by empires wanting to expand their reach. This article analyzes Moroccan colonialism from the 15th-century Portuguese … Continued
Author: Yara Marei, Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Berenike, a remote port town on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, has captured the attention of archaeologists and historians for its crucial role in ancient maritime trade. Recent discoveries at this site have provided invaluable insights into the intricate web of commercial and cultural exchanges that took place … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Food has a unique way of bringing people together, and celebrating it will make you enjoy your meal and feel grateful to receive grandma’s recipes generation after generation. So can you imagine that this great moment of grace and pleasure can be easily stolen, just like the … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (Washington, D.C., October 28, 2022) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce that Virginia Team Leader, Mona Sadeq-Omar, will receive the MVP-Most Valuable Person Award for 2022, at the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 5:30 pm, at the Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park, … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (Washington, D.C., October 19, 2022) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce that Abir, Moroccan Pop Vocalist, has been confirmed to perform and make brief remarks at the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at the Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park, Falls Church, Virginia. Born Abir … Continued
By: Mariam Alyakoob / Arab America Contributing Writer Have you ever wondered where country names come from and what they mean? In the case of Arab countries, many of their names are deeply rooted in their history, and in this article we are going to explore the meaning behind different Arab country names to understand … Continued
By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America contributing writer Weddings are of profound significance in Arab culture. The details involved in planning and executing an Arab wedding are meticulous and can be overwhelming. From the gold, to the invite list, to the food, to the venue – there are a lot of decisions to be made! … Continued
By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco is a stunning country blessed with plentiful natural resources, vibrant culture, and spectacular cuisine. The country is rather well globally, but there are some interesting facts about the countries history you may not be aware of. Let’s go back in time and explore fascinating historical information … Continued
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
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Welcome to The Historian’s Toolkit! This is a three-part series focusing on the tools of the trade that historians use to study the past as well as how we can use these tools to learn about a topic of history in the Arab World. The Historian’s … Continued
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
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
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