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American Arab Chamber and DCEO host online panel to help Arab Businesses secure funding

Posted on April 14, 2022April 15, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on American Arab Chamber and DCEO host online panel to help Arab Businesses secure funding
American Arab Chamber and DCEO host online panel to help Arab Businesses secure funding

American Arab Chamber and DCEO host online panel to help Arab Businesses secure funding American Arab Chamber of Commerce joins Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (OMEE), the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and the Regional Economic Development (RED) to host a program to help Arab Businesses…

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

Posted on April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 By Imad_Hamad No Comments on AHRC’s Annual “Spirit of Humanity” Awards and Dinner Gala Scheduled for October 27, 2022
AHRC’s Annual “Spirit of Humanity” Awards and Dinner Gala Scheduled for October 27, 2022

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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US Arab Radio to showcase Ramadan voices and traditions

Posted on April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on US Arab Radio to showcase Ramadan voices and traditions

US Arab Radio to showcase Ramadan voices and traditions America’s only weekday morning and afternoon live radio network will feature a range of voices, personalities and traditions during the month of Ramadan says U.S. Arab Radio President Laila Alhusini, including several specials during the week U.S. Arab Radio congratulates the Muslim community on the beginning…

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Chicagoland celebrates Arab American Heritage Month

Posted on March 31, 2022April 2, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Chicagoland celebrates Arab American Heritage Month
Chicagoland celebrates Arab American Heritage Month

Chicagoland celebrates Arab American Heritage Month More than 250 government leaders, elected officials and candidates for office attended a celebration of Arab American Heritage Month in Hickory Hills in suburban Chicago hosted by the American Arab Chamber of Commerce. The dinner was donated by three Chamber members and was free to the public featuring a…

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ADC Presents: A Discussion on Amnesty International’s Recent Report with the Mossawa Center & Amnesty International

Posted on February 12, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on ADC Presents: A Discussion on Amnesty International’s Recent Report with the Mossawa Center & Amnesty International
ADC Presents: A Discussion on Amnesty International’s Recent Report with the Mossawa Center & Amnesty International

ADC Presents: A Discussion on Amnesty International’s Recent Report with the Mossawa Center & Amnesty International The American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) invites you back to our webinar series with a discussion on Amnesty International’s recent report. Register here! The Zoom webinar will be held on Wednesday February 16th, 2022 at 12:00 PM ET/9:00 AM…

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AHRC Gala a tremendous success

Posted on December 8, 2021December 22, 2021 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on AHRC Gala a tremendous success
AHRC Gala a tremendous success

AHRC Gala a tremendous success The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) board, staff and volunteers express their gratitude and sincere appreciation to all friends, supporters, and sponsors for making AHRC’s December 2, 2021, virtual gala a great success. The gala began with the US national anthem performed by Dr. D. Teamor and special greetings messages…

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International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People observed by UN

Posted on November 22, 2021December 2, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People observed by UN
International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People observed by UN

International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People observed by UN The UN Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People announced the World observance of the International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People on November 29,  2021, at 10.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. (CST New York Time) in the General Assembly Hall…

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American Arab Chamber to host first business dinner for retail owners Dec. 9

Posted on November 13, 2021November 21, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on American Arab Chamber to host first business dinner for retail owners Dec. 9
American Arab Chamber to host first business dinner for retail owners Dec. 9

American Arab Chamber to host first business dinner for retail owners Dec. 9 The American Arab Chamber of Commerce, the only active organization representing Chicagoland Arab and Muslim business owners, will host the first business dinner for members on Thursday December 9 at Aladdins’ Banquets, 8821 W. 87th Street in Hickory Hills, Illinois. The Chamber…

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Award-Winning Palestinian Film Opens 25th Annual Arab Film Festival 

Posted on November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on Award-Winning Palestinian Film Opens 25th Annual Arab Film Festival 
Award-Winning Palestinian Film Opens 25th Annual Arab Film Festival 

Award-Winning Palestinian Film Opens 25th Annual Arab Film Festival  The country’s largest and oldest festival of Arab films returns with in-person events showing 54 cutting-edge pieces, with a full slate of films streaming online throughout North America.  This year, the 25th annual Arab Film Festival will take place November 18 to 24 in San Francisco,…

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Pappas, Arab Chamber tax refund program saves $89,000 at St. George Church

Posted on October 31, 2021November 21, 2021 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Pappas, Arab Chamber tax refund program saves $89,000 at St. George Church
Pappas, Arab Chamber tax refund program saves $89,000 at St. George Church

Pappas, Arab Chamber tax refund program saves $89,000 at St. George Church Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas has identified more than $100 million in property tax overpayments that can be refunded to property owners. Working with community organizations like the American Arab Chamber of Commerce and its president Hassan Nijem, the county has identified nearly…

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AHRC Spirit of Humanity Annual Awards Gala new date: Thursday, December 2, 2021: 

Posted on October 19, 2021October 19, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on AHRC Spirit of Humanity Annual Awards Gala new date: Thursday, December 2, 2021: 
AHRC Spirit of Humanity Annual Awards Gala new date: Thursday, December 2, 2021: 

AHRC Spirit of Humanity Annual Awards Gala new date: Thursday, December 2, 2021:  The American Human Rights Council (AHRC) will be holding its virtual annual “Spirit of Humanity” Awards Gala on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. originally set for Friday, October 22, 2021, the rescheduling is due to pressing and unforeseen circumstances.     AHRC…

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ADC Presents the Rachel Corrie Memorial Award at the 2021 Alex Odeh Memorial Conference

Posted on September 30, 2021September 30, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on ADC Presents the Rachel Corrie Memorial Award at the 2021 Alex Odeh Memorial Conference
ADC Presents the Rachel Corrie Memorial Award at the 2021 Alex Odeh Memorial Conference

ADC Presents the Rachel Corrie Memorial Award at the 2021 Alex Odeh Memorial Conference The American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is happy to present this year’s Rachel Corrie Memorial Award to Philip Weiss, founder of Mondoweiss.net. This award is presented annually to an activist or an organization who has shown outstanding commitment to challenging all…

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ADC Presents: Post September 11th Community Organizing & Activism

Posted on September 3, 2021 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on ADC Presents: Post September 11th Community Organizing & Activism
ADC Presents: Post September 11th Community Organizing & Activism

ADC Presents: Post September 11th Community Organizing & Activism ADC invites you to our last installment of the September 11th 20th Anniversary Symposium, which will be happening next Wednesday, September 8 at 3:30 PM ET/12:30 PM PT.  Next week’s discussion is titled “Post September 11th Community Organizing & Activism” and will be moderated by ADC National…

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Activism, American Arabs, Civil Rights, Event, Media Bias, News, Politics, Spotlight, US Arab Politics

ADC Panel August 16 explores how media portrayed Arabs after Sept. 11

Posted on August 13, 2021August 17, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on ADC Panel August 16 explores how media portrayed Arabs after Sept. 11
ADC Panel August 16 explores how media portrayed Arabs after Sept. 11

ADC Panel August 16 explores how media portrayed Arabs after Sept. 11 ADC Presents a virtual online Zoom forum exploring the Post September 11th Media Portrayal of Arabs & Muslims with a panel of professional journalists. veteran journalist Ali Younes, who will be joined by Program Director at Rethink Media Adrienne Mahsa Varkiani; Arab News…

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Activism, American Arabs, Arab News, Civil Rights, Event, Journalism, Media Bias, News, News Media, Ray Hanania, Social Media, Television

Arab American Heritage Month, Ramadan feted by Journalists and elected officials

Posted on April 22, 2021July 16, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab American Heritage Month, Ramadan feted by Journalists and elected officials

Arab American Heritage Month, Ramadan feted by Journalists and elected officials The Arab American Democratic Club hosted a forum of journalists and elected officials and community leaders on Thursday April 22, 2021 to discuss both Ramadan and Arab American Heritage Month (April). The panel included a video message offering both Ramadan Kareem messages and a celebratory…

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Theatreworks Silicon Valley Streams new Works Festival online

Posted on April 20, 2021April 20, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on Theatreworks Silicon Valley Streams new Works Festival online
Theatreworks Silicon Valley Streams new Works Festival online

Theatreworks Silicon Valley Streams new Works Festival online TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will stream an advance look at tomorrow’s hits in New Works Festival Online. Transforming the Tony Award-winning company’s hit annual festival into a virtual experience, New Works Festival Online offers digital audiences an extraordinary opportunity to view new plays and selections from new musicals,…

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Arab Democratic Club to host Zoom candidate’s and leaders forum March 25

Posted on March 13, 2021March 13, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab Democratic Club to host Zoom candidate’s and leaders forum March 25
Arab Democratic Club to host Zoom candidate’s and leaders forum March 25

Arab Democratic Club to host Zoom candidate’s and leaders forum March 25 The Arab Democratic Club will host its pre-election Forum for Democratic candidates running in the April 6 election and for elected public officials in a special celebration of Arab American Heritage month on Thursday March 25. The forum will again be held Virtually…

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Activism, American Arabs, Election, Event, Events, mainstream, News, NewsWire, Politics, Spotlight, US Arab Politics

American Human Rights Council hosts annual Spirit of Humanities gala Dec. 4

Posted on November 23, 2020November 23, 2020 By rayhanania No Comments on American Human Rights Council hosts annual Spirit of Humanities gala Dec. 4
American Human Rights Council hosts annual Spirit of Humanities gala Dec. 4

American Human Rights Council hosts annual Spirit of Humanities gala Dec. 4 The American Human Rights Council will host its annual Spirit of Humanities Gala Dinner on December 4, 2020 at the Greenfield Manor Banquet Hall in Dearborn. The American Human Rights Council (AHRC) is dedicated to defending and protecting human rights as outlined in…

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