Category: Event

Standing Together brings Israelis, Palestinians, Iranians, Lebanese, Jews, Christians and Muslims together for peace

November 9, 2025November 9, 2025 News Editor News Editor No Comments

Standing Together brings Israelis, Palestinians, Iranians, Lebanese, Jews, Christians and Muslims together for peace By Ray Hanania The Illinois Chapter of the Israeli Arab-Jewish grassroots movement “Standing Together” hosted a gathering in Chicago on November 1 that brought Jews, Christians, and Muslims together for peace. The event, titled “Together in Sorrow, Together in Resolve, Holding…

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Arab Center Washington DC to host Conference on Second Trump Administration Policies toward the Middle East

October 9, 2025October 11, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Arab Center Washington DC to host Conference on Second Trump Administration Policies toward the Middle East The Arab Center Washington DC (ACW) will host its 10th Annual Conference and Anniversary Celebration on Thursday Oct. 16, 2025 at the National Press Club. The symposium will open with keynote remarks from Ambassador Chas W. Freeman, Jr., retired…

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Arab America Foundation to host “Connect Empowerment Summit” in New Jersey

October 8, 2025October 8, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Arab America Foundation to host “Connect Empowerment Summit” in New Jersey The Arab American Foundation, launched in 2019 to educate Americans about the Arab identity and empower and connect Arab Americans, will host the “Connect Empowerment Summit” on Friday and Saturday, October 24 and 25, at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe in Teaneck, New Jersey….

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ADC to issue awards for community leadsership at Convention

September 19, 2025September 20, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

ADC to issue awards for community leadership at Convention The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is proud to announce the distinguished recipients of the ArabCon 2025 Awards. ArabCon—ADC’s annual national convention—runs September 25–28, 2025 in Dearborn, MI, under the theme “We’ve Been Here Before.” The four-day program convenes advocates, scholars, elected officials, artists, business leaders, students,…

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HE Turki Alalshikh joins opening faceoff ahead of Fight Week for blockbuster Canelo-Crawford clash in Las Vegas

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

HE Turki Alalshikh joins opening faceoff ahead of Fight Week for blockbuster Canelo-Crawford clash in Las Vegas Las Vegas, United States, September 9, 2025: The Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas set the stage this evening (Monday) for the opening head-to-head of the week between reigning undisputed super middleweight champion Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez and undefeated four-division…

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Pappas honors Arab American business and community leaders for Heritage Month

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Pappas honors Arab American business and community leaders for Heritage Month Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas hosted her annual celebration for Arab American Heritage Month, one of several dozen events her office sponsors to recognize the many contributions Cook County’s various ethnic and religious groups have made to society. By Ray Hanania Cook County Treasurer…

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas recognizes Arab American Heritage Month by honoring business and community leaders

April 27, 2025April 27, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas recognizes Arab American Heritage Month by honoring business and community leaders WHO: Maria Pappas, Cook County Treasurer WHAT: Treasurer Pappas will celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by recognizing more than 30 business, civic, political and religious leaders from the Chicagoland community with Certificates of Excellence. WHEN: 2…

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Illinois Muslim Action Day Policies at April 9 Statehouse News Conference

April 7, 2025April 7, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois Muslim Action Day Policies at April 9 Statehouse News Conference Muslim Leaders, Lawmakers to Discuss Illinois Muslim Action Day Policies at April 9 Statehouse News Conference Advocates representing the Muslim and immigrant communities across Chicagoland will travel to the Illinois State Capitol on Wednesday, April 9, to call for strengthening Illinois’ welcoming state policies…

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AADC to host annual candidates’ Forum & Brunch Sunday at Nikos in Bridgeview

February 11, 2025February 12, 2025 Press Release Press Release No Comments

AADC to host annual candidates’ Forum & Brunch Sunday at Nikos in Bridgeview Bridgeview, IL — The Arab American Democracy Coalition (AADC) (formerly the Arab American Democratic Club) will host its annual Candidates Forum & Brunch on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025 at Niko’s Restaurant. More than 500 people are expected to attend the event which…

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Arab American leaders to be saluted by Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas who will unveil Arabic language video, brochure

November 7, 2024November 8, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

Arab American leaders to be saluted by Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas who will unveil Arabic language video, brochure WHO: Maria Pappas, Cook County Treasurer and Nada Draz, Consul General of Egypt in Chicago WHAT: Celebration of Arab American contributions at which Pappas will present certificates of recognition to community leaders, activists, and entrepreneurs and…

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AHRC Announces its 2024 Spirit of Humanity Awardees

October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

AHRC Announces its 2024 Spirit of Humanity Awardees The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) is pleased to announce its 2024 Spirit of Humanity awardees. The Award Ceremony will be held during the Annual AHRC Gala on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in Dearborn. Despite the world’s unprecedented challenges, AHRC’s Gala is one important…

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ArabCon 2024 Gala Program features Dr. Cornel West, Macklemore, and more

September 6, 2024September 6, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

ArabCon 2024 Gala Program features Dr. Cornel West, Macklemore, and more The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is honored to announce the program for its upcoming ArabCon Gala, scheduled for Saturday evening, September 14, 2024, in Dearborn, Michigan. This year’s gala will pay tribute to several organizations and individuals for their outstanding contributions to humanitarian causes…

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Dr. Jill Stein to headline AbandonBiden Movement Convention in Chicago

August 17, 2024August 17, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

Dr. Jill Stein to headline AbandonBiden Movement Convention in Chicago By Ray Hanania Leaders of the AbandonBiden Movement which stripped President Joe Biden and Vice President Harris of significant Arab and Muslim support during the presidential Democratic Primary elections this past year will host their own convention in Chicago beginning Monday, featuring an appearance by…

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Arab and Muslims to join conference countering Democratic Convention “silence” on Gaza genocide

August 16, 2024August 16, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

Arab and Muslims to join conference countering Democratic Convention “silence” on Gaza genocide By Ray Hanania Chicago, IL — As thousands of delegates gather in Chicago next week for the Democratic National Convention to officially confirm a successor to President Joe Biden, Arab and Muslim community leaders will join African American and progressive activists in…

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Arab American Comedy Festival, 209th Anniversary National Tour returns to New York roots

November 18, 2023November 18, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

Arab American Comedy Festival, 209th Anniversary National Tour returns to New York roots Year-Long Comedy Extravaganza Comes to The Town Hall on November 19th with Diverse Headliners including Ramy Youssef and a Fireside Chat with Tony Shalhoub The New York Arab American Comedy Festival (NYAACF) is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a year-long tour supported…

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AHRC’s Announces its 2023 “Spirit of Humanity” Gala Awardees

September 18, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

AHRC’s Announces its 2023 “Spirit of Humanity” Gala Awardees The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) is pleased to announce its 2023 “Spirit of Humanity” Awards & Dinner Gala Awardees. The awards and recognitions will be presented at the Gala on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the Fairlane Banquet, located at 700 Town…

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Largest global interfaith gathering coming to Chicago this week

August 9, 2023August 9, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

Largest global interfaith gathering coming to Chicago this week Five days in Chicago next week could change the world when 8,000-10,000 people gather at McCormick Place, August 14-18, for the largest, worldwide gathering of global, faith-based, and social change leaders. “A Call to Conscience: Defending Freedom & Human Rights,” presented by the Chicago-based Parliament of the World’s Religions,…

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Rev. Jackson to host 35th Anniversary of his historic 1988 candidacy for president

June 24, 2023June 28, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

Rev. Jackson to host 35th Anniversary of his historic 1988 candidacy for president Jesse Jackson supporters plan 35th Anniversary Celebration of Historic 1988 Run for the Presidency and Issue Call for Renewed Activism Before 2024 Election Jesse Jackson’s campaigns for President of the United States made history in 1984 and 1988, paving the way for…

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