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Go topArab America, the leading provider of digital media on Arab and Arab American identity, announces virtual internship opportunities for Summer 2026. Application Deadline: Open until all positions are filled. Term: 4 Months–Beginning May/June (Flexible) Responsibilities: Interns selected will be asked to focus on four or more of the following areas: *Applicants with marketing and digital … Continued
This is our one-hundred and fifteenth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series features personalities from various fields, including entertainment, business, sports, science, the arts, academia, journalism, and politics. Our 115th pathbreaker is Nadine Ayoub, a Palestinian model, businesswoman and a role model for young women everywhere. As John Mason highlights, she represented Palestine in 2025 in the ‘Miss Universe’ contest, the first representative of Palestine at a Miss Universe contest. Going beyond the sheer aesthetics of a beauty contest, Ayoub has found a space to display the strength of her people alongside the suffering they have endured during the Israeli-Gaza war.
Across North Africa, Couscous is the national dish in Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco. The dish is made from hand-rolled semolina and served with meat, vegetables, or fish. It is a staple of weekly meals, often eaten on Fridays across the Maghreb. It is also a central part of weddings and religious gatherings. Despite how … Continued
April 2026 is National Arab American Heritage Month in the United States FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 1, 2026)— The Arab America Foundation (AAF) is leading the nationwide celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) this April, uniting communities across the United States while hosting its official national commemoration in the Washington, DC area. … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) March 24, 2026 — On Thursday, April 16th, Arab American Arab vocalist Usama Baalbaki will perform at the ninth annual National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event at Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA. This year’s theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” celebrates the diversity of Arab … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) March 18, 2026 — On Thursday, April 16th, Arab American Arab vocalist Nibal Malshi will perform at the ninth annual National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event at Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA. This year’s theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” celebrates the diversity of Arab … Continued
Private Sector Leaders and Senior Government Officials – Including More Than 20 Current and Former Heads of Mission – “Break Bread” in the Spirit of Ramadan Imam Naghavi: “Fasting, silence, remembrance, and mindfulness – practices that we refer to as Muhasaba, or self-accountability – enable us to manage compulsions and achieve greater clarity in our lives.” NUSACC’s … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) March 11, 2026 — On Thursday, April 16th, Arab American comedian Yasmin Ehady will perform at the ninth annual National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event at Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA. This year’s theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” celebrates the diversity of Arab American … Continued
By: Nourelhoda Alashlem / Contributing Writer The Libyan “Jard“ is often seen as a simple traditional garment worn by men and women across Libya. Yet its story may reach far deeper into the ancient Mediterranean world. While classical dress is usually associated with Greece and Rome, historical evidence suggests similar draped garments existed in the … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) March 4, 2026 — On Thursday, April 16, 2026, the Arab America Foundation (AAF) will present its Ninth Annual National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event at Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA. This year’s theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” celebrates the diversity of Arab American … Continued
Found in Misrata and Jebel Nafusa, Ftat (فتات) is an ancient Libyan Amazigh flatbread that originated within western Libya’s agricultural communities. The bread is made of a simple mix of flour and water and cooked on a hot flat surface. Its thin, layered technique distinguishes it within Libyan cuisine. Despite its long history, it remains largely unknown outside both regions. Arab America Contributing writer, Nourelhoda Alashlem, outlines the historical background and preparation method. Read more for the full history and recipe.
Despite its deep roots in Amazigh culture, Boujloud remains one of Morocco’s most misunderstood traditions. Also known as Bilmawen, it is an Amazigh folk celebration held in the days following Eid al-Adha. Participants wear costumes made from animal skins and move through neighborhoods to the rhythm of drums. Supporters describe it as a centuries-old cultural expression rooted in North Africa’s Indigenous heritage, symbolizing renewal and communal celebration. Others find the imagery disturbing. As debate around the ritual resurfaces online, Arab America contributing writer, Nourelhoda Alashlem, examines the history, symbolism, and controversy surrounding Boujloud and what it reveals about identity in contemporary Morocco.
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