By: Emily Tain/Arab America Contributing Writer Labels we use to describe ourselves and others are fluid and subject to time, political climate, and personal experience. Because of this, it can be difficult to find a way to label someone when you are unfamiliar with their culture. Arabs are often subject to hearing a myriad of … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer “Oh our guests, if you should visit us, You will find that we are the guests, And you are the master of our home.” The old Arab verse found hanging on the walls of many Arab homes reaches its epitome in Beit Wakil – one of Aleppo’s finest hidden … Continued
By: Amana Tashfeen/Arab America Contributing Writer The events following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police and the murder of Breonna Taylor by Louisville police have shined a growing light on the injustices of racism. This in turn sparked significant action amongst the Arab community and the rest of the world in the fight … Continued
By: Richard Breaux/Arab America Contributing Writer What do you do when you find several dozen 78 rpm records all in Arabic and you can neither read, nor speak the language? You research the musicians and record labels and write about them.…at least that’s what Arab America contributing writer, Richard Breaux did. The result is bound … Continued
By: Holly Johnson/Arab America Contributing Writer Perched atop a gregarious hill on Atlanta’s beltline, overlooking the magnolia tree-lined streets of Ponce De Leon Avenue, lives a woman who, as she wistfully recalls with an air of both pride and regret, “lived nine lives.” A dog lover, hater of The Food Network, and lover of DIY … Continued
By Grace Friar/Arab America Contributing Writer Malcolm X remains at the forefront of African-American leaders, and his ideals continue to inspire political movements around the world. He is accredited with laying the foundations of the Black Power Movement, and is widely known for his advocacy of African-American independence and self-sufficiency, rather than integration into a … Continued
By: Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer Having a memorable trip requires an adventurous spirit – one that will push you to explore what is foreign, but rewarding. This is especially true with food, since trying new flavors and culinary concepts bring a newfound awareness to your mind (and your taste buds!) Street food is an … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Tunisia is a country well-known for its beautiful scenery, culture, and being a pioneer for women’s rights in the Middle East and North Africa. In addition to those facts, Tunisia is also home to quite a few historical sites, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The country … Continued
For Immediate Release Washington DC (January 6, 2021): The Arab America Foundation celebrates Arab American unity, heritage, and identity with discussions from exciting speakers in public service, cultural institutions, business innovators, influencers, and performances by exciting artists from the U.S. and abroad at this year’s first annual Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit, February 1-5, 2021. … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Hamid al-Badawi was relaxed in the Moorish atmosphere of the richly decorated Alhambra room in Agadir’s deluxe Sahara Hotel. The musicians had just begun to tune their instruments when the waiter, distinguished-looking in his Moroccan costume, served him a platter of couscous, diffusing a tempting aroma. No sooner had … Continued
By: Richard Breaux/Arab America Contributing Writer What do you do when you find several dozen 78 rpm records all in Arabic and you can neither read, nor speak the language? You research the musicians and record labels and write about them.…at least that’s what Arab America contributing writer, Richard Breaux did. The result is bound … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer January 6, 2021, is the holiday of Epiphany in the Arab Christian world. Perhaps, you are asking, what is Epiphany, do we know it by other names? How is it celebrated? Epiphany is the holiday in Arab Christianity that celebrates the baptism of Jesus Christ in the … Continued
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