Tuesday, December 14, 2010

4th Annual Bethlehem Prayer Service

4th Annual Bethlehem Prayer Service

Saturday, December 18
9:30 a.m. Gather
10:00 a.m. Worship Service

A joint simulcast service with the people of Bethlehem in the nave of the Washington National Cathedral

Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues, NW
Washington, DC 20016

If you are elsewhere, watch the service live at www.NationalCathedral.org

Prayers, readings, and hymns alternate between Washington and Bethlehem bringing together people of different lands, languages, and backgrounds.

Participants in DC include: The Most Reverend Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church; The Right Reverend John Bryson Chane, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington; The Very Reverend Samuel T. Lloyd III, Dean of Washington National Cathedral; and The Reverend Richard H. Graham, Bishop, Metropolitan DC Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

In Bethlehem, participants include The Right Reverend Suheil Dawani, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem; The Right Reverend Munib Younan, Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land and President of the Lutheran World Federation; and The Rev. Mitri Raheb of Bethlehem’s Christmas Lutheran Church.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

The New America: Mom, Apple Pie, and Arab Bashing

Images and Perceptions of Arab Americans
Diversity Workshop
The New America:
Mom, Apple Pie, and Arab Bashing

Byblos Banquet Center
7258 Chase Road
Dearborn, Michigan 48126

Thursday, December 2, 2010
8:30am to 2:00 pm - Main Workshop-
2:15 pm to 3:30 pm - Optional Bonus Session

Thanks to Arab Detroit for hosting the 8th annual educational workshop!

It’s been quite a banner year for racism directed towards Arabs and Muslims. From a political candidate's racist anti-Arab ad campaign, to former White House bureau chief Helen Thomas' political execution, to the Ground Zero Mosque fight--the image of Arabs and Muslims in the US hit a new low.

This educational workshop will help participants understand Arab Americans, their issues, and their rich heritage and culture. This workshop addresses these issues and provides insights enabling participants to interpret and evaluate the circumstances with a more informed and unbiased outlook.

Register Here!
Download and View Program Brochure

The workshop presenters include:

Helen Thomas, Distinguished journalist, author, former columnist at Hearst Newspapers, and former White House bureau chief for United Press International.

Dr. Jack Shaheen, Internationally acclaimed author and media critic, and professor emeritus at the University of Illinois-Edwardsville.

Ray Hanania, Award-winning writer, author, radio commentator, and comedian from Chicago.

Warren David, Founder and publisher of Arab Detroit.com; President and CEO, David Communications, a multi-cultural public relations and marketing firm with specialization in the Arab American market.
Siham Awada Jaafar, Co-Producer of Images and Perceptions of Arab Americans Workshop and host of “Community Connection” weekly television program broadcast over Comcast Cable.

Dr. Amal Khalil David, Bilingual Program Supervisor, Detroit Public Schools and multicultural specialist in Arabic language and culture.

Who Should Attend? Members of the print and broadcast media, business leaders, human resource directors, diversity program managers, advertising, marketing and communications professionals, educators, municipal and government employees, law enforcement personnel, community leaders and those interested in learning more about Arab Americans.

For More Information:

877.ARAB.944
313.910.1955

AUB Alumni Weekend!


North American Regional Gathering

November 12 to 14, 2010
Four Points By Sheraton
3200 Boardwalk Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
734.996.0600

Friday, November 12
6:30-8:30 pm: Welcoming Reception

Saturday, November 13
9:00 am -10:00 am: Registration (continental breakfast)

10:00 am -12:00 pm: Welcome: WAAAUB President Makkawi
Followed by: "All about WAAAUB – news and views"
Hear what’s new with your association and what’s planned for the future. The Board of Directors and Standing Committees have been busy with full agendas of activities.

12:15 pm – 1:30 pm: Luncheon

1:45 pm – 3:00 pm: Panel Discussion "AUB made me"
Alumni of various professional backgrounds and generations will reflect on how the University influenced their lives.

3:15 pm – 4:30 pm: WAAAUB North American Chapters Roundtable Discussion
A forum for WAAAUB chapters in North America to exchange ideas about events, community involvement, and outreach strategies that will help build strong and effective chapter networks. All are welcome.

7.30 pm for 8.00 pm until 11.00PM: North American Gathering Dinner
Reception followed by brief program , dinner and live Arabic musical entertainment.

Welcome and opening remarks from the Michigan Chapter, WAAAUB President Ambassador Khalil Makkawi, and AUB President Peter F. Dorman. The keynote speaker will be James Zogby, President of the Arab American Institute and author of the recently published book, Arab Voices.

Sunday, November 14
10:00 am – 11:30 am: WAAAUB wrap up session
A review of the information covered during the previous day’s sessions and plans for the future.

11:45 am – 1:00 pm: Farewell Brunch

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Arab American National Museum Tour
The Arab American National Museum in Dearborn, MI is offering free tours to members of our group.

Friday, November 5, 2010

Annual Souk and Olive Harvest Celebration

The Jerusalem Fund
2425 Virginia Ave, NW
Washington
202.338.1958

Saturday, December 11
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Enjoy an afternoon of music, coffee, food and the sales of textiles, pottery, jewelry and gifts from North Africa and the Middle East. Celebrate the annual olive harvest in Palestine and support Palestinian farmers by purchasing bottles of fair trade extra virgin olive oil imported from Palestine.

This event is free and open to the public.

From the Front Lines of the Palestinian Popular Struggle

The Palestine Center invites you to a briefing with Joseph Dana journalist, blogger and filmmaker.

Tuesday November 9
12:30 to 2:00

The Palestine Center

Watch this event live from anywhere in the world.

Click here to RSVP!

Joseph Dana, who covers the regular protests and their repression, will discuss being on the front lines of the Palestinian popular struggle.

Stay connected with the events of the Palestine Center even if you cannot make it to Washington. You can see the events live here. You can also view the video of this and all other Palestine Center events shortly after they take place.

View the videos of previous events online by clicking here.

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

ADC to Honor Helen Thomas



The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) will host a gala in honor of the great Helen Thomas.

Thursday, November 18, 2010
Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel
2660 Woodley Road
Washington, DC 20008

Please join in the celebration honoring Helen’s dedicated service to our country as a journalism trailblazer and her legendary front row coverage of the White House for more than sixty years.

Helen covered every US President since President Kennedy. Helen served as President of the Women's National Press Club, was the first woman officer of the National Press Club and was the first woman officer of the White House Correspondents Association and served as its first woman president.

Become a sponsor of this special celebration or purchase individual tickets.

For more information, please call the ADC at 202.244.2990 or email nmohamad@adc.org

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Arab-US Relations: Going Where?

19th Annual Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference

Arab-US Relations: Going Where?

Thursday, October 21 and Friday, 22, 2010
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC

Registration

Confirmed Speakers

For more information, contact Mr. Pat Mancino, Vice President and Director of Development, 202.293.6466, Pat@ncusar.org

Thursday, August 5, 2010

ARABS GONE WILD!!!

The "Arabs Gone Wild" Tour is going back on the road this fall with an 8 city tour!

After sold out shows this past spring in DC, San Francisco, Anaheim, and LA, they are now heading to Sacramento (9/16), Seattle (9/18), Portland (9/19), NYC (10/2), Boston (10/9), Toronto (10/16), Dallas (11/5) and Houston (11/6)!

The tour stars internationally known comedy headliners Dean Obeidallah, Maysoon Zayid and Aron Kader. Plus joining the shows in each city will be some very funny special guest comedians!

The tour is produced by Live Nation in association with the NY Arab-American Comedy festival. For full details, see http://www.arabsgonewild.com/

September 16 - Sacramento, California at The Punchline Comedy Club-
7:30 PM
Tickets http://www.livenation.com/Punch-Line-Comedy-Club-Sacramento-tickets-Sacramento/venue/229428
Special guests; Eman Morgan, Sammy Obeid and Bashar Zikoor

September 18 - Seattle, Washington at The Triple Door
Two shows: 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Tickets avail at www.thetripledoor.net or box office 206.838.4333
Please note: The 7:00 show will be all ages and the 10:00 show will be 21+ due to liquor license.
Special guest: Fahim Anwar

September 19 - Portland, Oregon at The Aladdin Theater
7:30 pm
Tickets: http://www.aladdin-theater.com/
Special guest: Jimmy Goson

October 2 - New York City at Town Hall
Arab comedians will be taking over a Broadway theater for the first time ever!
http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/
Special Guests: Joe Derosa plus Said Durrah, Baha Khalil, and Mohamed Mohamed

October 9 - Boston at The Wilbur Theater
7:00 PM
Tickets: http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0100449799B98243?artistid=1388435&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=51
Special Guest: Eman

October 16 - Toronto, Canada at The Queen Elizabeth Theater
8:00 PM
http://www.queenelizabeththeatre.ca/
Special Guest: Ali Hassan and Eman

November 5 - Dallas, Texas at The House of Blues
http://www.houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/dallas/
Special guests: Omar Elba and Aaron Aryanpour

November 6 - Houston, Texas at The House of Blues
http://www.houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/houston/
Special guests: Omar Elba and Baha Khalil

*Special guests are subject to change

http://www.arabsgonewild.com/

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Middle Eastern Women and Kids for Print Ad

Taylor Royall Casting is in need of Middle Eastern women with kids age 2-4 and Caucasian women with kids age 4 or younger for a print shoot for the USDA. The shoot is to promote healthy eating habits and lifestyles. They are casting asap and the shoot will be between September 20-24. To submit, please email agents@taylorroyall.com with your name, your child's name and age, and recent photos of both of you.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Congressman Gerry Connolly at Viva Vienna


The Connolly Campaign is looking for a few good volunteers!

This weekend - Sunday, May 30 and Monday, May 31 - at their Viva Vienna booth. They will be there from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Please contact Hannah Molofsky at hannah.molofsky@gmail.com or 703.267.6888 to help.

Congressman Jim Moran Recipient of ADC Award


Congressman Jim Moran Recipient of Legislative Achievement Award

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) announced that Congressman James P. "Jim" Moran (D-VA) is the recipient of the 2010 ADC Legislative Achievement Award. The ADC is recognizing Congressman Moran for his outstanding leadership in Congress and his dedication to his constituents.

The award will be presented to Congressman Moran at the Saturday evening Gala Banquet on June 5, 2010, from 7:00 to 10:00, at the ADC's 30th Anniversary National Convention. This historic Convention will be held from June 4 through 6 at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, 2660 Woodley Road, NW, Washington, DC.

Congressman Moran, who is serving his tenth term as a US Representative from Virginia, has demonstrated tremendous leadership in support of the environment, women's issues, fair and open trade, and fiscal discipline. In addition to several other leadership positions, Congressman Moran is a senior member of the Appropriations Committee and chairs its Subcommittee on the Interior and Environment; he also serves on the Defense, and the State and Foreign Operations Subcommittees. Among many other achievements, Congressman Moran has secured millions of dollars in federal grants for local roads, educational programs, law enforcement, low income housing, and social services; and he has been very active in human rights issues, particularly those involving women in the developing world.

Congratulations, Congressman Moran!

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Wow!

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is appalled and offended by the discriminatory campaign tactics and messaging of Dan Fanelli, Republican Congressional candidate for the 8th District of Florida. In videos posted on his website, two Arabic speaking actors are depicted as terrorists. In a statement posted on his website, Mr. Fanelli states that, "all passengers are NOT created equally;" he then goes on to advocate for the use of illegal racial profiling at airports.

ADC has expressed concern directly to Mr. Fanelli, as well as the Republican National Committee and the Florida Republican Party. Our letter can be read by clicking here. ADC National President, Ms. Sara Najjar-Wilson, states, "Mr. Fanelli must act more responsibly in conducting his campaign and must be held accountable for his inappropriate actions. ADC condemns his hateful messaging and asks that the Republican National Committee and the Florida Republican Party immediately distance themselves from such harmful tactics."

Florida has a significant Arab and Muslim population, some of whom reside in the election District that Mr. Fanelli is seeking to represent. Many Arab and Muslim community members have been in Florida for generations -- they are Americans and many speak the Arabic language; they are also major contributors to the economic and social well being of the people of the State of Florida as well as our Nation. Many in the community are politically active; and, in fact, many Arab and Muslim Americans in Florida identify themselves as Republicans.

ADC will continue to monitor the situation in Florida and calls upon all community members within the 8th District of Florida to contact the Fanelli campaign, by e-mailing contact@electdan2010.com; and expressing their concern with the campaign and its messaging, and urging that such bigoted ads be immediately stopped.


Saturday, May 8, 2010

Free Lebanese Film Festival

May 13 through 16
American University Museum
Washington, DC

Get the schedule and film descriptions here

New Art from Lebanon

New Art from Lebanon

From 11 am to 4 pm Tuesday through Sunday, May 16

American University Museum
Katzen Arts Center
Washington, DC

Admission is free. For more information, call 202.885.ARTS

The exhibition includes nearly 50 paintings, sculptures, installations, photographs and media-based art by 29 artists—more than a third of them women—based primarily in Beirut.

Presented under the patronage of H.E. Mr. Antoine Chedid, Ambassador of Lebanon to the United States, and organized by the Association for the Promotion and Exhibition of the Arts in Lebanon.

Sixth Annual Arab American Service Day


Saturday, May 15th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Arab American Service Day is a national day of service to highlight Arab American commitment to serving the communities where we live.

The AAI Foundation is taking the lead for the Washington, DC area on behalf of the National Network for Arab American Communities. This year, we are working with Old City Green, an urban garden and nursery that provides plants, garden supplies and information about gardening.

The project is to beautify the tree boxes on N Street between 8th and 10th Streets, to promote urban gardening and raise awareness for environmentally sound practices that even city-dwellers can utilize.

We are calling on our vibrant local Arab American community to:

Volunteer at Old City Green,
Donate supplies (mulch, low-maintenance plants, or garden tools)
Provide refreshments for the volunteers
Offer your gardening tips and expertise

No gardening experience is necessary—just sign up here or send an email message to Paul Brown at pbrown@aaiusa.org
Volunteers from past Service Day projects will be the first to tell you that it’s a fun and rewarding way to spend your Saturday, you get a free T-shirt, and you let Washington residents know that Arab Americans care and want to help keep our city clean and beautiful!

Monday, April 26, 2010

United Palestinian Appeal

Please join friends and supporters at a special reception to support The United Palestinian Appeal: Celebrating Our Past - Envisioning Our Future Together and support the UPA as it moves into a strong future maintaining and enhancing its valuable work with our brothers and sisters in Palestine.

Thursday, May 6
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

DLA Piper
500 Eighth Street, NW
Washington, DC

Tickets: $150

Please RSVP to samar@helpupa.com or 202.659.5007

Special guest speakers include:
Honorable Nick J. Rahall III
Honorable George R. Salem, Esq.
William Langhorne, Porche Super Cup, F1 Series
Jennifer Salan, Senior Producer, Riz Khan Show, Al Jazeera English

Be there!

Please call or email Samar to reserve your tickets today.

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Lebanese Tourism at All Time High

Beirut...

It’s known as the “Paris of the Middle East” and is often boasted as the only place where you can lay on the beach and ski down a mountaintop in the same day.

This geographical treasure is none other than Lebanon—a home away from home for millions of Lebanese natives, and in recent years, an alluring destination spot for travelers from all over the world.

In the last ten years, Lebanon has developed into a beacon of tourism, with the decade’s culminating years demonstrating an economic growth never before seen.

Recently released reports state that in 2009, the number of tourists traveling to Lebanon rose by 39 percent, which is clocked as one of the highest rates of industry expansion in the world. Not to mention that the year marked a nine percent economic growth and hosted the largest number of tourists in its history.

Want the rest of the article. Check out Arab Detroit

Friday, March 12, 2010

Join the Coffee Party

Jerusalem Fund Summer Internship

The Jerusalem Fund for Education and Community Development offers summer internship positions with its educational program, the Palestine Center, for undergraduate students.

The internship program provides students with an opportunity to conduct primary-source research, develop writing and organizational skills, build valuable Washington contacts, gain hands-on experience and observe the extensive political and policy-related happenings in Washington. As important members of the team, interns gain valuable exposure to the functions of a highly productive non-profit organization working on issues of national and international significance.

Summer interns coordinate a summer lecture series, write an in-depth information brief on a topic related to the Palestine issue and assist with Palestine Center briefings, film screenings, and symposia. Interns are encouraged to attend relevant events in the area during their internship and to pursue avenues of research that are of personal interest, provided the research relates to the work of the Center. The Palestine Center staff provides guidance on research and logistics, helps to educate interns on the Palestinian issue and advises them as needed on career development.

Deadline to apply for 2010 Summer Internship is Friday, 16 April 2010

For more information about the internship program or how to apply, please visit www.thejerusalemfund.org/internships.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

GRASSROOTS ADVOCACY TRAINING AND LOBBY DAY

March 7 and 8
American University
Washington, DC

Join Interfaith Peace-Builders, the US Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation, and leading organizations in the peace and justice movement to impact US policy in Israel and Palestine. There is no better time than now to act and no time to lose.

Register today at www.ifpb.org/education/grassroots

Workshops will provide essential skills on current topics for US-based activists. Experienced trainers and experts will lead sessions on the following topics:
-- US Policy and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
-- Beginning and Advanced Skills for Congressional Engagement and Citizen Lobbying
-- Campaigning for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions
-- Broadening the Discourse in Your Local Media
-- Speaking Effectively to Engage and Educate your Community about Palestine
-- Coalition Building with Muslim Communities

Join Anna Baltzer, Noura Erakat, Sam Husseini, Raâed Jarrar, Gael Murphy, Josh Ruebner, Rebecca Vilkomerson and more presenters and workshop leaders at the forefront of the movement for peace and justice in Palestine and Israel.

For a full schedule, please go to www.ifpb.org/education/grassroots/2010/schedule.html

The US has long been the most dominant international player in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As a result, US citizens bear a deep responsibility to address our government’s role and support Palestinian and Israeli peace efforts. This training will provide both seasoned organizers and new activists with the skills and experience needed to make a real impact.

Please register today at www.ifpb.org/education/grassroots

Download and distribute the flyer at www.ifpb.org/mainflyers.html
Spread the word on Facebook at www.facebook.com/profile.php?ref=profile&id=1440310060#!/event.php?eid=130841793764&ref=mf

This event is sponsored by:
Interfaith Peace-Builders and the US Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation

Endorsed by:
American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee DC Chapter (ADC)
The American Friends Service Committee - Chicago
CODEPINK: Women for Peace
the Fellowship of Reconciliation
Holy Land Trust
the Islamic Circle of North America
ICNA Council for Social Justice
the Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions - USA
Jewish Voice for Peace
the Middle East Research and Information Project
the Muslim American Society Freedom Foundation
Progressive Democrats of America
the Washington Peace Center

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Census (In Arabic)

Census (In English)

Middle Eastern Comedy Night!

The University of Maryland Iranian Students Foundation along with the Organization of Arab Students present Middle Eastern Comedy Night! It’s a night of laughter featuring the best names in comedy: Ahmed Ahmed, Max Amini, Vincent Oshana, and Peter the Persian.

Doors open at 7:00 pm
Saturday February 27

University of Maryland
Dekelbaum Concert Hall
Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
College Park, MD

Tickets are $10 students (from any University; ID required at door)
$25 regular admissions and $35 for VIP.

Purchase your tickets at the Clarice Smith performing Arts center or call 301.405.ARTS
or click here to purchase tickets online. A $2 ticketing fee applies

Be sure to check out the facebook event.

For more info, please contact Dina Ibrahim dibrahim@umd.edu

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Free Professional Development Workshop and Seminar

Attention college students and recent grads and anyone looking for a job:

Are you have a difficult time finding a job? Need help with your resume? Thinking about grad school but don't know where to start? This event is for you!

Noon to 3:00
Saturday, February 27

1732 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20007

Given the current economic status, many individuals are having a difficult time finding a job. Recent college grads are frustrated and feel lost. Now more than ever, you need to put yourself above the competition and get yourself noticed.

The ADC-DC Chapter is proud to partner with Write Track Admissions (WTA), one of the premier professional consulting firms in the country, to host a free professional development workshop.

Get tips on resume writing, cover letter preparation and interview skills.

Are you planning on attending grad school? WTA can help you prepare as well. Get tips on when to apply to school, which program is right for you, and what to expect during the application process.

Similar seminars cost hundreds of dollars but WTA has graciously offered this session at no cost. Please take advantage of this opportunity and join in for what promises to be a very informative and substantive afternoon.

Pizza and refreshments will be provided. You bring the ambition, drive and determination to succeed!

RSVP by emailing info@adcdcarea.org

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Training and Lobby Day

Back by popular demand! Join Interfaith Peace-Builders and the US Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation in Washington on March 7 and 8 for your opportunity to have an impact on US policy in Palestine. The training will be held in Washington DC at American University and Capitol Hill.

There is no better time than now to act and no time to lose. Be the change you want to see!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TODAY!

CLICK HERE FOR THE SCHEDULE

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Arabs Gone Wild



This Saturday at the Lisner. Be there and support our great big family. These fine folks do so much so show positive images of our community. Let's honor their work with a packed house. Plus they're so darn funny!

Order tix now.

Come on, habibi, there's nothing more to read on this post. Yalla, go order your tickets.

Gaza One Year Later: Picking up the Pieces

The Palestine Center invites you to a briefing

"Gaza One Year Later: Picking up the Pieces" with Bill Corcoran President, American Near East Refugee Aid (ANERA)

Tuesday, February 9
12:30 to 2:00 p.m.

The Palestine Center
2425 Virginia Avenue, NW
Washington, DC

A year after the bombs stopped falling on Gaza, full recovery remains elusive. Survival is a daily challenge. ANERA president Bill Corcoran has traveled to Gaza regularly during the past year to assess the damage and the effectiveness of humanitarian assistance. He will talk about current conditions and challenges for helping Gazans rebuild their lives.

Bill Corcoran has been president of ANERA since 2007. Before joining ANERA, he was Vice President of the Christian Children's Fund, a $300 million nonprofit serving children and their families in 32 countries. During the 1990s, Bill directed the Pontifical Mission for Palestine based in Jordan with projects there and in Iraq. He also supervised various projects in Lebanon and Syria.

This briefing is free and open to the public. A light lunch will be served to registered guests at 12:30 p.m. The briefing and question/answer period will be from 1:00 to 2:00.

Registration is required. Unregistered guests will not be admitted.
To register, click here or call 202.338.1958 ext.11 by noon Monday, February 8.

Watch this event live from anywhere in the world. Can't make it to this event? Stay connected with the events of the Palestine Center even if you cannot make it to Washington, D.C. You can see the events live on their blog. You can also view the video of this and all other Palestine Center events shortly after they take place.

Arab Nations Unite in Relief Effort for Haiti

This in from the Arab American Institute:

While not drawing press attention to their efforts, Arab nations have united in an effort to provide needed assistance to support the humanitarian relief work being undertaken in Haiti. The Arab American Institute (AAI) believes that their generosity should be showcased, and has compiled a list of Arab nation contributions from information available to date.

"While not covered in the US media, we felt it was important to impart this information to the American public. The people of Haiti continue to rely on the world's compassion and generosity, and the Arab world's response to their needs has been significant and noteworthy," said James Zogby, Founder and President of AAI.

Countries listed in alphabetical order:

ALGERIA
Granted $1 million in emergency humanitarian aid.

BAHRAIN
Sent a disaster relief team to provide aid, pledged $1 million in relief and the Bahrain Red Crescent Society appealed for donations for Haiti.

EGYPT
Allocated medical supplies and personnel.

JORDAN
Established a 12-bed military hospital in Port-au-Prince, and are also feeding children who enter; dispatched two planes carrying a mobile field hospital, rescue team, doctors and six tons of aid supplies that include food, medicine and clothing.

KUWAIT
Sent 100 tons of food, medical supplies, tents and blankets; donated $1 million, delivered through the country's Red Crescent Society;

LEBANON
Airlifted 25 tons of tents, 3 tons of medicine, vaccines and other supplies; sent aid workers to help in relief effort.

MOROCCO
Sent $1 million worth of medical and pharmaceutical supplies.

PALESTINE
Individuals donated money, food and clothing to the Red Cross.

QATAR
Mobilized 26-person rescue team of soldiers, police and medical professionals; sent 50 tons of aid.

SAUDI ARABIA
Donated $50 million, which will be directed through the United Nations.

SYRIA
Airlifted 30 tons of humanitarian aid.

TUNISIA
Allocated $1 million to the United Nations Emergency Fund that was created for Haiti relief.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Contributed over $2.6 million; three UAE charities donated more than 200 tons of medical equipment, tents and blankets, food and drinking water.

Monday, January 25, 2010

GMU Palestinian Cultural Night

Students for Justice in Palestine Presents Palestinian Cultural Night featuring Palestinian Dabkeh and Fashion Show!

Guest Speakers:
Ramzi Kysia, Free Gaza Movement
Gael Murphy, The Cairo Declaration

Saturday, January 30
5:00pm to 8:00pm

George Mason University, Fairfax Campus
Student Union Building II
SUB II Ballroom

Tickets: $ 10.00 @

Hors d’oeurves and refreshments will be served.

For more information, please contact: Hanane Yeslem hyeslem@gmu.edu

Sunday, January 17, 2010

2010 Census Kickoff

4:00-6:30 pm, Thursday, January 28
American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) Heritage Center
1732 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington

The ADC, in partnership with the US Census Bureau, cordially invites you to attend a meeting and 2010 Census Kickoff featuring: Fernado Armstrong, Philadelphia Regional Director, US Census Bureau; Abed Ayoub, ADC; and Helen Samhan, Executive Director, Arab American Institute Foundation and Member, Decennial Census Advisory Committee.

Light Refreshments will be provided

Space to this event is limited; therefore, an RSVP is required. Please confirm your attendance by calling Abed Ayoub at 202.202.2440 or by email at: rsvp@adc.org by January 25.

Arabs Gone Wild Comes to Washington!


Lisner Theater
8:00 PM Saturday, January 30, 2010

Three of the country's top Arab-American comedians join forces to headline this special show: Dean Obeidallah, Maysoon Zayid, and Northern Virginia's own Aron Kader! Plus special guests for this show - from Montreal, Palestinian-Canadian comedian Eman and Washington's own funny man, Said Durrah!

Ticket price: $30. $25 with college or HS student ID
For tickets please visit: http://www.aaiusa.org/page/m/4b660fa8/1ba9e75c/808d35e/1c4fbbc9/4042229402/VEsF/ or call Live Nation Tickets at 888.598.4299. Tickets are going fast, so get yours today!

This show is being produced by Live Nation in association with the NY Arab-American Comedy Festival http://www.arabcomedy.org/ The show sponsors include: The Network of Arab-American Professionals - DC Chapter and the Ramallah Club - DC Chapter.

For more details regarding all the "Arabs Gone Wild" tour dates in the US and Middle East, please visit: http://www.arabsgonewild.com/