By: Barbara Nimri Aziz / Arab America Contributing Writer We must continue to celebrate while we praise our martyrs; we must struggle to maintain and fortify our budding artistic community while we assist needy families overseas; we must reaffirm our cultural values and noble heritage while being presented with horrifying headlines; we must stand strong … Continued
By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Are you searching for the perfect gift for the young readers in your life? This curated list of children’s books celebrates Arab heritage and identity, offering stories that highlight the richness of Arab cultures and traditions. Whether you want to educate, inspire, or simply share a meaningful … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer There is a well-known Syrian poet, essayist, and critic who goes by the name Adonis. His real name is Ali Ahmad Said Esber. His original writing style and examination of topics such as love, sorrow, exile, and the human condition have made him a notable character in … Continued
By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Abraham Rihbany arrived in New York on October 6, 1891, and quickly found refuge within the Syrian colony. Fellow Syrians promptly came to his aid, lending him the necessary funds to survive. Beyond financial support, the colony helped him secure shelter, employment, and a sense of community, … Continued
By Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American studies as a field owes much to the groundbreaking work of many pioneers. We are indebted to numerous professors, but for the scope of this work, we will focus on the lives and legacies of five pioneering Arab American scholars: Alixa Naff, Evelyn Shakir, Jack … Continued
By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer There have been a variety of cultural movements in the Arab world – both in the Middle East and in North Africa. Movements like the Nahda helped to define what the “Arab nation” actually was. But did you know there was also a cultural movement amongst the … Continued
April is National Arab American Heritage Month. This month—and every month—we celebrate our rich cultural heritage and the vast contributions Arab Americans have made to American society. We recognize the achievements of Arab and Arab American writers and the growing literary influence Arab novelists, poets, translators, editors, children’s books authors, and other creative people are … Continued
Photo Credits: A reading list for Palestinian solidarity By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer Amplifying Palestinian Voices On October 7th, Hamas carried out an attack against Israel, drawing immediate attention from the entire world. As Zionists attempt to justify the 12000+ tons of explosives that the Israeli government is dropping on Palestinian civilians … Continued
By Natalie Tasci Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate and recognize the contributionsand accomplishments of Arab Americans to our society. As we strive for a moreinclusive and diverse world, it’s important to highlight literature that reflects theexperiences and perspectives of Arabs, especially for young readers. For … Continued
By Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer Women, of course, have been around since the beginning. Without women, humans would cease to exist. Everything about them was created to give and sustain life. To nurture. But women are more than just mothers, wives, sisters, and daughters. They are the strong foundation upon which civilization … Continued
By Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer For more than a millennium and a half, when Arab traders and Islamic missionaries came to Africa, there has been a mixing of not only ethnicities but also cultures. Throughout the Northern half of Africa, there are varying degrees of Arab influence. In modern times, that has … Continued
By: Khelil Bouarrouj/Arab America Contributing Writer One of the burdens of modern Palestinian life is the denial of the right to a sedentary life. Ever since the Nakba, Palestinian life has been interminably in motion from one expulsion to another, one crisis to another, one tragedy to another. But it is not just the people … Continued
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