Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson Niraj Warikoo Detroit Free Press A Dearborn group led by Lebanese-Americans has received a $500,000 grant from the Department of Homeland Security as part of an effort by the U.S. government to counter violent extremism and radicalization. The city of Dearborn’s police department also received an additional $51,521 through the … Continued
By David Sands Metromode- Metro Detroit If you want to pick up some chicken shawarma for dinner, or perhaps some falafel and fresh-baked pita bread, chances are you’re contemplating a trip to Dearborn. Arab Americans make up 42 percent of the city’s population, according to U.S. Census estimates. The city is also home to the … Continued
By Andrea Blum Press & Guide The chance to represent his hometown in state government is a natural progression in Abdullah Hammoud’s life. The 26-year-old is firmly entrenched in Dearborn — having been born and raised there, attending its schools and beginning his career there. “I was born and raised in Dearborn and the city … Continued
The Center for Arab American Philanthropy After fleeing war, drought and starvation, the last thing that new refugee families need is to worry about making their rent payment. After seeing refugee families in Michigan struggle to get the support they need, the Center for Arab American Philanthropy (CAAP), an ACCESS institution, recently launched a new … Continued
By Candice Williams, The Detroit News Members of the local legal community recently gathered to discuss the effects of a Donald Trump presidency after campaign comments about a national Muslim registry, “extreme vetting of immigrants” and a temporary ban from those from countries with terror ties. Nearly 20 attorneys gathered earlier this month at a dinner … Continued
Click on Detroit DETROIT – A Religious Movement Father George Shalhoub left his home in Damascus, Syria at age 12, but not by his own design. His family sent him to the Balamand Monastery in Lebanon. There a Bishop would take a young George under his wing, and this is where his religious journey began. … Continued
Feel Like You Belong Dr. Anan Ameri says she moved to Detroit, Michigan, from the Middle East for a PhD, but it was really for love. Decades later, she can step back and proudly behold the legacy of love that she has given her adopted community. Beyond the founding of two noble institutions (Palestine Aid Society … Continued
On April 16, the Board of Directors of the American Arab Chamber of Commerce held elections. President and CEO of Omnex Accounting Ahmed Chebbani was elected as the Chairman of the Board. He replaces outgoing Chairman James Allen. “The Chamber and the larger community will continue to work on many more entrepreneurial endeavors involving Jim’s … Continued
On March 11, 2009 at 8 pm, the Ann Arbor Palestine Film Festival will make its debut at the world renowned Michigan Theatre in Ann Arbor, Michigan. As one of the few Palestine film festivals to take place in the Midwest, the Ann Arbor Palestine Film Festival will surely bring attention to the growing number … Continued
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