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Go topBy: Lina AbiRafeh / Arab America Contributing Writer Did you know that April is National Arab American Heritage Month? No!? Yalla, let’s do this. It took only (?!) four decades of campaigning to honor the contributions Arab Americans have made to the US – and activism by Warren and Dr. Amal David, the co-founders of … Continued
Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) re-introduced a resolution recognizing April as Arab American Heritage Month to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Arab Americans to the United States. “Arab Americans have made invaluable contributions to our nation,” said Congresswoman Tlaib. “As a proud and unapologetic Arab American woman serving in Congress, and the Congresswoman representing … Continued
David Hamod Op-Ed in The Des Moines Register (4/13/25) In recent weeks, the world has been shocked by images of masked and hooded individuals – apparently U.S. Government officials – rounding up college students for detention and deportation. This is a stunning development, one that inflames passions and sensibilities. Discussion of this issue so far has … Continued
By: David Hamod / Arab America Contributing Writer June 2025 marks the 700th anniversary of Ibn Battuta’s first voyage (in 1325) from Tangier, Morocco. Widely considered the most prodigious traveler in pre-modern history, Ibn Battuta traveled about 75,000 miles. That’s roughly the same distance as voyages by Columbus, Marco Polo, and Vasco da Gama combined! … Continued
For Immediate Release Washington DC (Wednesday, April 23, 2025): The Arab America Foundation announced today the registration period is now open for 40 Under 40–Class of 2025. Applications are now being accepted through Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 12:00 Midnight ET. 40 Under 40 is a celebration of accomplished young Arab Americans. The program spotlights … Continued
By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab Americans are woven into the fabric of the United States, with communities found in nearly every major city. A few neighborhoods, in particular, have especially high concentrations of Arab Americans. These enclaves are rich in culture, featuring Arab restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and other businesses—serving … Continued
By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Autism remains a largely misunderstood and stigmatized topic within many Arab American communities. Despite growing awareness globally, cultural beliefs and social expectations often frame autism as a taboo subject, leading families to feel shame or fear of judgment. This can result in delayed diagnoses, lack of support, … Continued
This is the eightieth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, arts, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our eightieth pathbreaker, Rana Dajani, is a Jordanian molecular biologist and tenured professor of biology and biotechnology at Hashemite University. She has expertise in epigenetics and biomarkers of trauma among refugees, and her research has impacted Jordan’s stem cell research ethics law. Importantly, as contributing writer John Mason underscores, Rana’s vision goes beyond science to include children’s and women’s rights and opportunities.
By: Rena Elhessen/Arab America Contributing Writer Literature is an outlet for creativity and offers a safe space to express social, personal, and mental struggles. In America’s shifting environment, Arab American authors use the written word to express their frustration at the unfairness. These notable authors express the diaspora of living in America, discussing the social … Continued
Compiled By: Arwa Almasaari and Rena Elhessen / Arab America Contributing Writers On Wednesday evening, the Banquet Center at Saints Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church in Potomac, Maryland, came alive with energy, pride, and resilience as hundreds gathered to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). The event, hosted by the Arab America Foundation, … Continued
By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Dina Amin is a Palestinian filmmaker and musician whose work explores identity, memory, and home. Rooted in her experiences growing up in Palestine, Dina blends documentary, experimental film, and genre-fluid music to tell deeply personal stories. Now based in Los Angeles, she continues to draw inspiration from … Continued
By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American-owned streetwear brands have emerged as powerful platforms for cultural expression and identity. Blending modern fashion with traditional Arab symbols, language, and political messages, these businesses challenge stereotypes and reclaim narratives. Urban streetwear has long been a way to craft a visual identity—using fashion to honor … Continued
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