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Go topBy: Adel B. Korkor / Arab America Contributing Writer We are reminded that love is not merely a feeling, but something we live. It is expressed in our language, preserved in our memories, and protected through our traditions. When authentic, love moves beyond sentiment and becomes action. For those of us carrying Arab heritage in … Continued
By: Nourelhoda Alashlem / Arab America Contributing Writer When people think of Valentine’s Day, they think of roses, chocolates, and heart-shaped decorations. Around the world, many celebrate it as a day of romantic love. Yet for many across the Arab World and its diaspora, love has never been limited to romance. For Arabs, attachment to … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, DC — February 4, 2026 — This April, the Arab America Foundation proudly celebrates National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM), honoring the rich history, diversity, and enduring contributions of Arab Americans across the United States. The 2026 theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” reflects the breadth of Arab American identities while affirming … Continued
In Misrata, Libya, henna is not painted onto the skin. It is tied. Using a wool rope instead of a cone, brides are wrapped in a fishnet pattern that reflects the city’s deep connection to the sea, marriage, and women’s oral traditions passed down for centuries.
By: Nourelhoda Alashlem / Arab America Contributing Writer Asida (also known as Aseed or عصيدة) is a traditional grain-based dish shared across Southwest Asia and Africa, particularly in Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, and across North Africa, including Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, and Sudan. The dish is eaten directly by hand from a single communal bowl, … Continued
Building community through connection, culture, and service By: Nabeleh Kakish Ghareeb / Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab America Foundation began 2026 with momentum, meaning, and measurable impact through a vibrant afternoon community gathering hosted by Team Michigan. Designed to bring together friends, families, and longtime “cousins” of the Foundation, the event served as both … Continued
Yennayer, the Amazigh New Year, marks the start of the agrarian calendar and one of the oldest New Year traditions still celebrated today. Observed across North Africa and the diaspora, Yennayer reflects an Indigenous understanding of time rooted in land, rain, and seasonal cycles. From shared meals and music to quiet household rituals, the celebration continues to carry memory, identity, and resilience across generations.
By Ralph I. Hage/Arab America Contributing Writer What do the oud, surfboards, and Stratocasters have in common? The answer: Dick Dale — whose fusion of Arab melody, American rhythm, and electric experimentation continues to reverberate across music and cinema today. With the intention of honoring her husband’s Lebanese heritage, Lana Dale gives a rare, personal … Continued
By Nourelhoda Alashlem / Arab America Contributing Writer Fireworks lit up the sky above Martyrs’ Square in central Tripoli on December 12, 2025. It was a sight rarely seen in Libya’s capital in recent years. Instead of sounds signaling clashes between rival militias, the explosions marked a grand ceremony celebrating the reopening of Libya’s National … Continued
By: Emily Devereaux/Arab America Contributing Writer Origins of Thanksgiving Close your eyes. Picture the leaves in different shades of red, yellow, and orange, and feel the breeze of late November. The holiday season is about to start with Thanksgiving. What do you picture when you think of Thanksgiving? Many Americans picture a table full of … Continued
Arab America, the leading provider of digital media on Arab and Arab American identity, announces virtual internship opportunities for Spring 2026. Application Deadline: Open until all positions are filled. Term: 4 Months–Beginning December/January (Flexible) Responsibilities: Interns selected will be asked to focus on four or more of the following areas: *Applicants with marketing and digital … Continued
The 2025 Arab America Empowerment Summit, held this past weekend at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe in New Jersey, brought together hundreds of Arab Americans from across the country and abroad for a powerful weekend of dialogue, culture, and community. The two-day event, organized by the Arab America Foundation, reflected the organization’s mission to unite … Continued
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