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Adapting Strategies to Local Values in the Arab Market

Photo: FreePik By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab market includes a complex and dynamic economic environment that spans several cultures and countries. Global businesses must modify their tactics to align with the regional values and preferences of this market if they want to succeed in this complex environment. This adaptability is … Continued

Art in a Time of War: A Look At the Artwork On Arab Borders

Photo Credits: Atlantic Council By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer Different Mediums of Expression Art has long been a medium for expressing cultural heritage, identity, and societal narratives. From ancient civilizations to modern-day societies, artwork has played a significant role in capturing the essence of a region. In the Arab world, where diverse … Continued

Dealing with Devastation in Morocco After the Earthquake

 Flag of Morocco under a cloudy sky / Photo Credit: Pexels.com/Atmar Lens By: Rina Acevedo / Arab America Contributing Writer What We Know A devastating night occurred in Morocco on Friday, September 8th, 2023, as an earthquake of 6.8 magnitude hit at 11:11 p.m., with shakes that lasted several minutes, according to the U.S. Geological … Continued

Connecting to My Arab Roots Through Writing

By: Kathryn K. Abdul-Baki / Contributing Writer When I started my Master’s program in creative writing, I had hoped to emulate my favorite writers at the time—Ernest Hemingway, John Updike, Philip Roth, and Joyce Carol Oats. They were the writers I studied and loved, the ones I thought I needed to sound like in order … Continued

The Stigma Behind Therapy in Arab Societies

Photo: commons.wikimedia.org By: Joud Sleilaty / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab societies have a rich history, characterized by their traditions and tightly-knit communities. However, within the context of this vibrant cultural heritage, a concerning pattern has persisted: the stigma surrounding therapy. For many Arabs, the concept of seeking professional help for mental health issues remains … Continued

Pathbreakers of Arab America–Twelfth in Series: Hoda Kotb

This is the twelfth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, and politics, among other areas. Arab America highlights our twelfth pathbreaker, Hoda Kotb, highly successful broadcast journalist, TV personality, main co-anchor of NBC News morning show Today and co-host of its entertainment-focused fourth hour, recipient of many awards, prolific author, and proud daughter of Muslim Egyptian parents, Samehi (“Sami”) and Abdel Kader Kotb.

Navigating the Bill Battle

Fighting Over The Bill. Photo: Youtube By: Joud Sleilaty / Arab America Contributing Writer Two years ago, when I first moved to Washington DC, I had a memorable dinner with my family and our close friends. However, when the time came to settle the bill, a rather amusing yet spirited dispute erupted among the parents … Continued

How Arab Descents In Latin America Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Design Credits: Canva.com Rina Acevedo By: Rina Acevedo / Arab America Contributing Writer Hispanic Heritage Month Every year, Latinos celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th to October 15th, celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. September 15th is significant because it … Continued

Latin America’s Forgotten History

Old decoration in an eastern market / Photo Credits: Pexels.com/JuliaVolk By: Rina Acevedo / Arab America Contributing Writer A Forgotten History As a Salvadorean-born Latina, year after year, we approach Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating our Independence, our culture, and our indigenous background. Certain traditions take place; visiting family members, cooking traditional dishes, spending time … Continued

The Missing Data: How the Exclusion of Arabs from the Census Undermines Equitable Healthcare

Photo Credits: Bloomberg By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Clinical research is an evolving field, gathering data from various regions within the nation in its pursuit of answers to important questions. Within this research, many statistics are collected, including information about the racial backgrounds of the participants which helps determine how the … Continued

Pathbreakers of Arab America–Eleventh in Series: Farouk Shami

This is the eleventh in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, and politics, among other areas. Arab America highlights our eleventh pathbreaker, Farouk Shami, Arab American, and proud son of Palestinian Muslim parents. A true entrepreneur, he has innovated highly popular hair and skin products that are marketed worldwide. He and his family have been ardent supporters of Palestinian human rights and Farouk is a generous supporter of people in the U.S. and around the world who are in need.

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