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The Middle East Institute Invites You to Join their Annual Awards Banquet and Conference November 14-15, 2017

October 30, 2017

By Arab America

The Middle East Institute (MEI) invites you to join their 71st Annual Awards Banquet and Conference on November 14-15, 2017, at the Capital Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C. Every year, MEI’s gala brings together hundreds of Middle Eastern and American diplomats, Fortune 100 business leaders, and international policymakers to acknowledge the work being done in the Middle East by leading … Continued

Ramallah Federation Sends Letter Protesting U.S Withdrawal from UNESCO to President Trump

October 25, 2017

By Arab America

The Ramallah Federation released a letter today from President Hanna Hanania regarding the recent withdrawal of the U.S. from UNESCO. Dear Mr. President, On behalf of the Board of Directors of the American Federation of Ramallah, Palestine (AFRP), and its more than 40,000 Palestinian-American members, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the U.S.’s … Continued

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Signs Anti-BDS Order to Block Boycotts of Israel

October 23, 2017

By Arab America

The Governor of Maryland, Larry Hogan, today signed an Executive Order prohibiting executive branch agencies from entering into contracts or conducting official state business with any entity unless they certify that they will not engage in a boycott of Israel during the duration of the contract. The executive order opposes the Palestinian led Boycott, Divestment, … Continued

Bassem Youssef Performs “The Joke Is Mightier than the Sword” at the University of Michigan

October 18, 2017

By Arab America

On Monday, November 6, 2017 (7:30 pm), political satirist, Bassem Youssef, will perform at the Michigan Theater on the campus of the University of Michigan. Dubbed the Jon Stewart of the Arab World, Bassem Youssef was a cardiothoracic surgeon when he became the creator and host of the wildly popular TV show “Al-Bernameg”–the first political … Continued

Arab Americans Need to Exercise their Right to Register and Vote

October 18, 2017

By Arab America

By Yasir Shallal/Arab America Contributing Writer As an American citizen of Iraqi descent. I am writing to encourage you to vote in the upcoming elections. On November 7th. You will have an opportunity to take part in democracy and exercise your right to vote. While voting duties are optional in a free democracy, as it … Continued

The Arab American Preparing to Sail Around the Globe Carrying the Palestinian Flag

October 15, 2017

By Michaela Schrum

By: Michaela Schrum/ Arab America Contributing Writer Sir Robin Knox- Johnston from the UK was the first man recorded to have sailed around the world in 1968 and since then, the Golden Globes have been a rallying point for sailing enthusiasts around the world. But on July 1st, 2018, Nabil Amra, a foreign exchange trader … Continued

21st Arab Film Festival in California to Show 50 Films from 28 Countries

October 13, 2017

By Arab America

The 21st annual Arab Film Festival (AFF) is one of the most important showcases of Arab films in North America and this year’s edition will kick off on October 13 at the Castro Theatre with Director Sophie Boutros’s MAHBAS-Solitaire. The Opening Night celebration will feature a pre-screening VIP reception at 6:00 pm as well … Continued

The Role of the Church in Preserving the Arab American Heritage

October 11, 2017

By Meriam Helal

Photo: Basilica of St. Mary’s Antiochian Orthodox Church, Livonia, Michigan Meriam Helal/ Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab world is diverse with different denominations of Christians. But unlike other ethnicities, Arab Christians have a stronger relationship with the faith and the church. There are various denominations of Christians in the Arab world, such as Catholic, … Continued

Meet the Arab American Woman Who is Seeking a Congressional Seat in Michigan

October 11, 2017

By Arab America

By Weam Namou/Contributing Writer Born in Dearborn to Lebanese parents who immigrated to the United States in the 1970s, Fayrouz Saad, 34, has always identified herself as an Arab American. She is the middle child of six children and attributes everything she has accomplished to her family. “I watched them work hard to achieve the … Continued

I Want To Grieve Like Everyone Else

October 5, 2017

By Arab America

By: Mike Enayah/Ambassador Blogger As I do every morning, I pick up my phone to check any missed messages, and glance at some news feeds. Last Monday I was horrified by the news of the mass shooting in Las Vegas. As I was reading the details of the attack, my heart sank as any red-blooded … Continued

Arab America Seeks Interns, Representatives, and Bloggers for their Ambassador Network

October 4, 2017

By Arab America

Arab America, the leading provider of digital media to the Arab and the non-Arab American community, is seeking interns, representatives, and bloggers, for their Ambassador Network. Arab America is seeking passionate, responsible, dedicated students, and professionals around the nation to serve as Ambassadors for Arab America. There are three Ambassador categories for which to apply; Intern, … Continued

Amir ElSaffar and Rivers of Sound Orchestra Perform at the University of Michigan: Performance Blends Middle Eastern Music with American Jazz

October 4, 2017

By Arab America

On Wednesday, October 18 at 7:30 pm, Amir ElSaffar brings his Rivers of Sound Orchestra to the University of Michigan, Power Center stage, for a performance that blends aspects of Middle Eastern music with American jazz. Then two nights later, Saffar and members of his group provide live music for classical Indian dance company Ragamala, … Continued

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