Alif’s Good News series highlights community stories that inspire us. In our latest installment, we were honored to speak with local Arab American social media maven, Nancy Abdo, who uses her popularity on social media to spread her infectious passion for Arab cultures and traditions. To read the entire article (written in Arabic by Nancy) and a […]
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Celebrating Two Distinguished Arab American Lives: Mary Zumot and Paulette Hatoun
In January, we were all saddened to hear of the passing of two Arab American women who left their marks on the Atlanta Arab American community, Dr. Mary Zumot and Mrs. Paulette Hatoun. In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, we look back to the foundation of our community to celebrate the lives of these […]
Alif Good News: Spring Food Drive Benefiting Noor Family Services
In honor of Arab Mother’s Day, Lent/Easter, and Ramadan, Alif Institute will be accepting non-perishable food and personal hygiene items on behalf of Noor Family Services. In 2018, Alif was proud to recognize Noor Family Services (NFS) with an Arab American High-Achievers (AAHA) Award for their success in delivering their mission to provide free legal […]
Good News! Local Artist Spreads Joy Through Art…and Coffee
By Amani Elkhatib Teresa Abboud El Rassi’s journey with Alif Institute began even before her move to Atlanta. She recalls becoming involved with Alif through her sister, Angela Abboud Khoury, by contributing her artistic talents to Alif’s festivals and events. In 2018, Teresa participated in Alif’s Annual Atlanta Arab Festival, where she sold her first […]
7/17 – Good News: LA MAISON MASLOUHI, Cultural Connections Supporting Black Lives Matter
Following the civil unrest and anguish of the past few months, organizations far and near have sought to play their part in supporting social justice through the Black Lives Matter Movement. La Maison Maslouhi is no exception. Founded by Mustapha and Sarah Ezzarghani in 2012, Maslouhi is an organization dedicated to “making the career of […]