By: Ivey Noojin/Arab America Contributing Writer Many people associate Arab Americans with hospitality and friendship due to their roots in Middle Eastern and Northern Africa cultures. There are few things better than a true friend, and Arab American friendships epitomize its importance in daily life. Importance of Friendships Why is friendship so important and something … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/Arab America Contributing Writer After former President Trump declared Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, hatred toward the United States has grown to a tangible amount in the Middle East. There have been violent protests in response, and many people blame the U.S. for the deaths that have subsequently occurred. Official leaders in … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/Arab America Contributing Writer Tony Khoury is a Syrian American electrical engineer and artist, who has invented products and started businesses. He came to the United States from Syria for college and has created a name for himself in his new country. Even though Khoury is well established in the United States and … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/Arab America Contributing Writer In the last couple of years, there has been a growth in the discussion about representation on television. Many people are starting to speak up about the lack of race, weight, or gender in shows and movies. They are tired of seeing one type of person, specifically one type … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/ Arab America Contributing Writer Arab Americans are often a minority that is forgotten in society. We hear on the news celebrations of the first African American or Asian American, but we rarely hear this community in the United States celebrated for their accomplishments. Acknowledging the first Arab Americans is integral to … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/Arab America Contributing Writer In December 2018, the United States made a landmark decision to acknowledge the existence of Israel and move its embassy to Jerusalem from Tel Aviv. On May 14, 2018, the government of the U.S. held a ceremony to mark the opening of the embassy after months of global protest. … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/ Arab America Contributing Writer Studying the Middle East and Northern Africa is important because of the region’s influence within the globe. Many universities have bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs for Middle East Studies for students to immerse themselves in the history, languages, and cultures in these countries. Middle Eastern Studies is a … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/ Arab America Contributing Writer It is important to study the moments that have defined Arab history because they impact our everyday lives. Without these agreements, declarations, or conflicts, we wouldn’t have our culture as we know it today, our border disputes, and our allies. Arab Americans especially have a stake in this … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/Arab America Contributing Writer Zainab Salbi is a life-long advocate for women’s rights from Iraq. She has used her voice to spread the message of heartache and triumph, garnering her several awards in the process. In 2016, Foreign Policy Magazine named her one of the 100 leading global thinkers, and People Magazine listed … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/ Arab America Contributing Writer Lily Karam is an activist living in California who has dedicated all of her life, and over 90 percent of her time after retirement, to helping Palestinians. Even with a career and children, she made time to support organizations relating to the Arab world. Even retirement can’t stop … Continued
By: Ivey Noojin/Arab America Contributing Writer We often celebrate the life and accomplishments of certain people due to their nationality or ethnicity. For example, the media frequently will state, “this person is the first [insert race here] to…”. This is important because we should recognize when someone within a minority group reaches representation within the … Continued
By Ivey Noojin/Arab America Contributing Writer Nidhal Garmo regularly puts herself in danger in unstable regions in Iraq to provide medical relief for the people of her country. She is the president and chief executive officer of One World Medical Mission, which allows her to send medical supplies and other necessities to people in need. … Continued
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