Each month Fatima Johnson, Brightlane’s Community Engagement & Diversity Strategist, will be sharing a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion insight as we continue to learn together. This month she is helping us explore Arab American Heritage Month.
Arab American Heritage Month became a federally designated observance on April 1, 2022, to acknowledge and celebrate the diverse cultures, history, and contributions of Arab Americans. Arabs began immigrating from the Middle East and North Africa to the United States in the 1800s to escape religious persecution. Today it is estimated that there are more than 3.7 million Americans with Arab ancestry living in the United States. During this month, we invite you to use the resources below to learn more about our Arab neighbors, their diverse cultures, and contributions.
Read:
- Arab Immigration to the United States: Timeline
- 6 Groundbreaking Innovations by Arab Americans
- Arab Americans: History, Culture, and Contributions