Author: Imad_Hamad

Imad Hamad is the director of the American Human Rights Council based in Greater Detroit. The American Human Rights Council (AHRC) is dedicated to defending and protecting human rights as outlined in the U.S. Constitution and the United Nations 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The AHRC was formed to protect these rights and advocate for anyone whose rights are being violated or denied. To that end, the AHRC will build a tenacious, objective, and carefully guided advocacy program that will serve to defend individual human rights, whenever and wherever they are being infringed upon. Reach Imad at [email protected]

AHRC Salutes All Who Made the Muhammad Ali Park in Detroit a Reality

June 23, 2023June 23, 2023 Imad_Hamad No Comments

AHRC Salutes All Who Made the Muhammad Ali Park in Detroit a Reality The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) congratulates the citizens of Detroit on the new addition to the usable green space in Detroit. ICD (Islamic Center of Detroit) spearheaded the project with esteemed partners and donors to have Belton-Mark Twain Park renovated and renamed Muhammad Ali Park….

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AHRC’s 2022 Spirit of Humanity Gala a Great Success

October 26, 2022October 26, 2022 Imad_Hamad 1 Comment

AHRC’s 2022 Spirit of Humanity Gala a Great Success On Friday 21, 2022, close to seven hundred guests of a truly diverse make-up reflecting the American mosaic of color, race and faith attended AHRC’s annual “Spirit of Humanity” Awards & Dinner Gala in Dearborn. This year’s gala was held in- person after two years of…

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City of Dearborn’s Tribute to Debbie Dingell, well-deserved farewell

September 28, 2022September 28, 2022 Imad_Hamad 1 Comment

City of Dearborn’s Tribute to Debbie Dingell, well-deserved farewell There is no doubt that the City of Dearborn’s farewell dinner that will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022, honoring Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, was an opportunity to recognize and acknowledge Congresswoman Debbie Dingell’s services to Dearborn and to all its residents during her tenure representing…

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AHRC Calls for Moral Consistency on Human Rights, Urges President Biden to Pause His Trip to Israel:

May 24, 2022May 24, 2022 Imad_Hamad No Comments

AHRC Calls for Moral Consistency on Human Rights, Urges President Biden to Pause His Trip to Israel: The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) condemns all killings of innocent civilians, especially the targeting of journalists. In this spirit we call for moral consistency on human rights, especially human lives, and call on President Bien to pause…

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AHRC hosts an open meeting with TSA & community

May 19, 2022May 19, 2022 Imad_Hamad No Comments

AHRC hosts an open meeting with TSA & community By Imad Hamad The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) recently hosted a “Community Leadership” Meet, Greet & Discuss event hosting Mr. Bill Byrne, Transportation Security Agency (TSA) Deputy Federal Security Director in Michigan. This forum was held for community leaders and other stakeholders to learn more…

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AHRC’s Annual “Spirit of Humanity” Awards and Dinner Gala Scheduled for October 27, 2022

April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 Imad_Hamad No Comments

AHRC’s Annual “Spirit of Humanity” Awards and Dinner Gala Scheduled for October 27, 2022 The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) is pleased to announce that its annual “Spirit of Humanity” Awards & Dinner Gala will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. The Gala will be held at the Fairlane Banquet Hall…

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AHRC Presents Exemplary Diplomat Leadership Award to Outgoing Mexican Consul Fernando Gonzalez Saiffe:

March 30, 2022March 30, 2022 Imad_Hamad No Comments

AHRC Presents Exemplary Diplomat Leadership Award to Outgoing Mexican Consul Fernando Gonzalez Saiffe: On March 28, 2022, the American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) visited the Consulate General of Mexico in Michigan and presented its AHRC Exemplary Diplomat Leadership Award to His Excellency Fernando Gonzalez Saiffe, outgoing Consul General of Mexico. This prestigious award recognizes the…

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AHRC Hosts an Event on OPIOID Addiction

March 28, 2022March 29, 2022 Imad_Hamad No Comments

AHRC Hosts an Event on OPIOID Addiction On March 23, 2022, the American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) hosted a private “Meet & Greet & Open Conversation,” event regarding the common and ongoing challenge of opioids addiction and other substance abuse. The event was by invitation only and included a very diverse group of invited guests….

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AHRC Calls for Peace in Ukraine, urges more peace talks

March 6, 2022March 6, 2022 Imad_Hamad No Comments

AHRC Calls for Peace in Ukraine, urges more peace talks Don’t blame the people of Russia for its governments criminal behavior in Ukraine. End the hypocrisy on how occupation and refugees are treated differently depending on where the conflict occurs. End the Ukraine conflict through diplomacy and peace By Imad Hamad The American Human Rights…

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When Social Justice is reached, Dr. King’s dream is realized

January 17, 2022January 17, 2022 Imad_Hamad No Comments

When Social Justice is reached, Dr. King’s dream is realized By Imad Hamad There is no doubt that these are exceptional and challenging times we, the people, are coping with. We live in the age of Covid and amid an ongoing battle to save lives. But we still celebrate holidays and honor the memory of…

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9/11 Attacks, Twenty Years After: Where is the Wisdom?

September 9, 2021September 9, 2021 Imad_Hamad No Comments

9/11 Attacks, Twenty Years After: Where is the Wisdom? By Imad Hamad This September 11 is the 20th anniversary of the 9/11/2001 terror attacks. Twenty years is a long time. What are the lessons of the nation’s response to the attacks? The mistakes? The attacks shocked the country. In response to the vile attacks, George…

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Dearborn Heights: It is over-due to Remove the Hollow Trees

August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 Imad_Hamad No Comments

Dearborn Heights: It is over-due to Remove the Hollow Trees By Imad Hamad Dearborn Heights has a serious public safety problem. The very old trees are like ticking bombs that go off every time that we deal with heavy rain, high winds and harsh weather, hurting people’s property. This problem is exacerbated by the unusual harsh weather. It is the climate crisis and the…

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Losing Michigan’s Senator Carl Levin

August 16, 2021August 16, 2021 Imad_Hamad No Comments

Losing Michigan’s Senator Carl Levin By Imad Hamad On July 29, former US Senator Carl Levin, the longest serving member of US Senate in Michigan history, died. His death follows the death of another giant of Michigan and American politics, Congressman John Dingell. The death of Senator Carl Levin, just like Dingell’s death, were personal…

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Michigan’s Primary Elections, August 3rd: Charting the Future of Our Communities

August 1, 2021August 1, 2021 Imad_Hamad No Comments

Michigan’s Primary Elections, August 3rd: Charting the Future of Our Communities By Imad Hamad The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) urges all registered voters to participate in the upcoming primary elections that will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 across the state of Michigan. This year’s primary elections is extremely important to different key cities such as…

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Dearborn Mayor O’Reilly, Thank you for all you have done

July 15, 2021August 10, 2021 Imad_Hamad No Comments

Dearborn Mayor O’Reilly, Thank you for all you have done By Imad Hamad Once one becomes part of public life, he lives in the public eye and under the microscope. There is praise sometimes, criticism other times. Some of it is fair, some unfair. It comes with the territory of being a public figure. Indeed,…

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The Flood of 2021: A Time to Reflect and Seek Solutions

July 6, 2021July 6, 2021 Imad_Hamad No Comments

The Flood of 2021: A Time to Reflect and Seek Solutions Thousands of people were caught in the surprises floods that struck the Dearborn region again, seven years after a prior flood devastated homes and live-in 2014. Among the victims of the record-setting flooding that damages hundreds of homes and properties are Arab Americans and…

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George Floyd Reaffirms our Humanity

June 9, 2020June 9, 2020 Imad_Hamad No Comments

George Floyd Reaffirms our Humanity Racism is a universal challenge. There is no society on earth that is free from racism. While the US and other countries have made progress to be less racist, racism still exists. The death of George Floyd has resulted in avalanche of condemnation and massive protests. This reaction to Mr….

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