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: Monica Haddad / Arab America Contributing Writer By the end of World War I, the Ottoman Empire fell and the British took control of Palestine in a time known as the Mandate period. Due to the tumultuous political climate of this time with the emergence of the Zionist movement leading to an influx of … Continued
By: Monica Haddad / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American women have been vital in advocating for and empowering their community as well as in promoting social justice. Some Arab American organizations were specifically founded by and for women are dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by Arab women and celebrating their contributions to society. … 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
By: Raisa Sami / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab women are gaining access to public life through workforce nationalization policies in the Arab Gulf countries, aiming to reduce dependency on migrant labor. Saudi Arabia aims for 30% female labor participation by 2030, while Kuwait has female citizens outnumbering male citizens in the workforce and higher … Continued
By: Raisa Sami / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab America looks at the controversy and fascination surrounding the role of women in Arab societies by showcasing notable women from the medieval to the modern era. Despite pervasive gender inequality and underrepresentation in politics, the area has produced women who have had an impact on the … Continued
By: Leila Diab / Arab America Contributing Writer Women’s History Month is a time for all women of color to stand together and have power over themselves on their journey to be free with justice and human liberation rights. That is the significance of Women’s History Month as well as acknowledge. Throughout history, women have … Continued
Photo: Pinterest By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer Cultural, religious, and socioeconomic influences impact women’s respect in Jordan, as they do in many other countries. Given Jordan’s predominantly Muslim population, beliefs, actions, and behaviors regarding women are heavily influenced by Islamic principles. This article emphasizes the obstacles and advancements in the battle for … Continued
By: Saba Jobah / Contributing Writer Modern Feminism turned Aggressor Often muslim women wearing the hijab will find themselves as the victim of modern feminism. How could that be? Instead, it has become extremely one-sided in supporting sexual liberation and used in anti-feminist narratives. As stated by Haq, “… on October 4, 2021, a seven-year-old … Continued
By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer With a variety of traditions and civilizations, the Arab world has long been defined by strongly rooted gender roles and societal standards. Women in this region have historically faced several obstacles while trying to pursue jobs and businesses outside of their houses. The position of Arab women … Continued
By Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer Following the events over a five-day trip to Cairo, Egypt, Amal Sedky Winter weaves a gripping tale of political intrigue and human emotion that is impossible to put down. Set throughout the country of Egypt in the fall of 2014, the world that surrounds the story is … Continued
By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer The Forbes Middle East 100 Most Powerful Business Women, features women from 27 different countries working within 27 different industries. These women have been making their mark and leading some of the largest companies. The list is dominated by the banking and financial services industry with 23 … Continued
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