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National Arab American Heritage Month 2024

“Celebrating Arab American Resilience and Diversity”

During the month of April, the Arab America Foundation formally recognizes the achievements of Arab Americans through the celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). Across the country, cultural institutions, school districts, municipalities, state legislatures, public servants, and non-profit organizations issue proclamations and engage in special events that celebrate our community’s rich heritage and numerous contributions to society.

Arab America and the Arab America Foundation launched the National Arab American Heritage Month initiative in 2017, with just a handful of states recognizing the initiative. Each year, our grass-roots network of over 250 Arab American volunteers in 26 states gathers hundreds of proclamations from their states, counties, municipalities, and local school districts. If you would like to join a state team please contact Dr. Amal David.

The President of the United States recognized the month of April as National Arab American Heritage Month with a special commemorative letter to our organization. In 2022, Congress, the U.S. Department of State, and 45 state governors issued proclamations commemorating the initiative. Additionally, the following states have passed permanent legislation designating the month of April as NAAHM: Illinois; Oregon; Virginia; Indiana (Senate), and California.

REGISTER HERE, Commemoration of National American Heritage Month at the MLK Library, Saturday, April 27th, Washington DC

White House Proclamation Recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month–April 2024

President Joe Biden Issues Historic Proclamation Recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month–April 2023

First Lady of the United States Dr. Jill Biden Recognizes National Arab American Heritage Month in Historic Message

2021 Letter from POTUS to Arab America and Arab America Foundation Recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month

U.S. State Department Issues Statement Proclaiming National Arab American Heritage Month 2023

Congresswomen Tlaib and Dingell Re-Introduce Resolution Recognizing Arab American Heritage Month

Proclamations Issued for National Arab American Heritage Month in April 2024

In assisting companies and organizations to fulfill their DEI goals, our Educator’s Curriculum Kit highlights the history of Arab migration to America, geographic understanding of the Arab world, Arab American diversity in faith and language, interesting customs and traditions, issues affecting our community, and our many achievements in business, politics, education, and more. We also offer DEI Certification with a virtual or in-person workshop for employees. If you have questions about our curriculum kit or are interested in our DEI certification workshop, call 877-272-2944 or email Dr. Amal David.

In April of each year, the Arab America Foundation hosts a national event in Washington DC commemorating National Arab American Heritage Month. The event is attended by members of Congress, state and local leaders, and members of the Arab American community. The event highlights the Arab heritage and culture featuring: arts, cuisine, music, and dance. For sponsorship information regarding future events, contact Warren David.

CLICK HERE to Attend National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration on April 18th in Washington DC

Press Release, National Arab American Heritage Month 2024

The Origin of National Arab American Heritage Month: History and Legacy

Recognition of National Arab American Heritage Month Goes Mainstream!