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: Sarah Shendy / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab America contributing writer, Officer Sarah Shendy, shares how growing up in an Arab American home shaped her approach to policing. After joining the police academy, she quickly realized her passion for supporting the community. Grounded in the values of her upbringing, Officer Shendy leads with heart—relying … Continued
By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to explore costumes that respectfully represent Arab cultural heritage. Fortunately, the gaming industry increasingly strives to depict Arabs with greater depth. The representation of Arab characters in video games has evolved from stereotypes to more thoughtful portrayals. This article explores … Continued
Since we launched our movement for National Arab American Heritage Month in 2017, we have received numerous proclamations for this initiative. This year, the Arab America Foundation salutes over two hundred and fifty Arab Americans on twenty-four state teams who continue approaching governors, state officials, mayors, school boards, and county executives nationwide. Can you get … 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: Mariam Alyakoob / Arab America Contributing Writer Have you ever heard of “Supplier Diversity”? The way supplier diversity is used typically depends on the context. In terms of businesses, supplier diversity is usually a program that falls within Supply Chain and Procurement functions. The goal of a supplier diversity program is to procure from … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: On July 1, 2022, the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League (NHL) named former NHL defenseman and the New Jersey Devils’ interim coach, Alain Nasreddine, as one of their two assistant coaches starting in the 2022-2023 season. Nasreddine is of Arab and French Canadian descent, … Continued
By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America contributing writer WARNING: Possible spoilers ahead! “Enti superhero masriya?” (Are you an Egyptian Superhero?) a young girl asked, after being saved by the lead female role, Layla el Fouly, in the newest marvel series Moon Knight. This line immediately gave me chills! I recognized the important role of this … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The issue of representation continues to be a much-sought-after concept to truly feel that one belongs in the United States. Along with feelings of belonging, representation also allows for increased knowledge of how diseases potentially impact a certain population differently than other groups. For instance, Arab … Continued
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