February 25, 2011

DC Briefing: Transition to Meaningful Democracy in Egypt Wed., March 2

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The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC), along with the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) and the Egyptian Association for Change, will be co-hosting a Congressional Briefing to discuss the Transition to Meaningful Democracy in Egypt. The briefing will be held onWednesday, March 2, 2011 (11:00 AM to 12:15 PM), Room 2203, Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC. Doors will open at 10:30 AM, and the program will start promptly at 11:00 AM.

The briefing will highlight what lies ahead for Egypt as the country moves towards establishing a democratic political system. Panelists will discuss the key factors affecting a successful transition – including constitutional reforms, individual freedoms, electoral reforms, freedom of the press, and the role of the youth in this pivotal time in Egypt’s history.
Scheduled speakers include:
Professor Adel Iskandar – Media and Communications Lecturer, Georgetown University
Professor Sahar Aziz – Legal Fellow for the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding and Adjunct Professor at Georgetown Law Center
Sherif Mansour – Senior Program Officer, Middle East and North Africa, Freedom House
Nadine Wahab – Executive Director, Egyptian Association for Change
Abed Ayoub – Legal Director, ADC, Moderator
This briefing is open to the public and Congressional staffers alike. To RSVP, please send an email to rsvp@adc.org. For more information about the briefing please contact Abed Ayoub at aayoub@adc.org, or at 202-244-2990.
 

February 20, 2011

Movie Screening – The Battle of Algiers

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Thursday, March 3 · 6:30pm – 9:30pm
ADC Heritage Center
1732 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, DC
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Join us for a showing of Battle of Algiers — one of the most influential films of the 20th Century. The movie, released in 1966, takes a look at the Algerian struggle for independence. In 1988 Israel banned the movie from being shown, and today the comparison of Israel’s situation with the Algerian War continues to crop up in the Israeli political debate and remains a recurrent topic. In 2003, the film again made the news after the Directorate for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict at The Pentagon offered a screening of the film.

The event is open to the public, however space is limited, so please be sure to RSVP if you plan to attend.

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December 14, 2010

$1000 Scholarships to Israel/Palestine Available for Young Professionals and Students!

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ADC DC Area is happy to post the following announcement from our friends at Interfaith Peace-Builders. For more information, please contact Emily Seigel, Delegation Coordinator at IFPB.

Interfaith Peace-Builders is very pleased to announce that two substantial scholarships are now available for young professionals and students (ages 18-30) who wish to join one of our delegations to Israel/Palestine in the summer of 2011. The scholarships, to be awarded on a combination of merit and need, will provide two candidates with $1000 each toward the costs of joining a delegation. These have been specifically created in recognition of the immense value IFPB delegations have already proven to bring to the experience and understanding of youth who have participated in the program.

In addition to the major scholarships, all applicants will also be considered for smaller financial aid packages ranging from $250 – $500.

Deadline for scholarship applications is January 28, 2011.
Find Out More Information and Apply at: www.ifpb.org/1000scholarship. Email Emily Siegel with questions.

 

November 29, 2010

1001 Laughs Coming to DC- Featuring Amer Zahr, Mike Batayeh and Said Durrah

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1001 Laughs is Coming to DC as part of the “We’re Not White” Tourin association with Saids World Entertaintment.
Sponsored by NAAP-DC and ADC- DC.

Featuring a trio of the funniest Arab Comedians today! Amer Zahr, Mike Batayeh, and Said Durrah. Plus, some special guests… Mike Easmeil will be on stage as well!

Arab or Non- Arab… You can’t miss this star studded night of comedy!

Join us Dec 17th in Bethesda, MD for a night that will leave you laughing until the new year! Amer Zahr brings the 1001 Laughs to DC/MD/VA in conjunction with Saids World Entertainment that brought the VIP Comedy Show to Bethesda jus a few months ago!

All 4 of these comedians were featured in the New York Arab American Comedy Festival in New York City as well as perform all over the world for Arabs and Non- Arabs everywhere.

TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR $20 ONLINE – Log on to www.AmerZahr.com or www.Saidsworld.com for tickets! Get them now because this event is sure to sell out with an allstar lineup!

Amer Zahr – www.AmerZahr.com
Mike Batayeh – www.MikeBatayeh.com
Said Durrah – www.Saidsworld.com
Mike Easmeil -

 

November 17, 2010

DAM @ Liv in DC with DJ Underdog and the Cornel West theory

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Back by popular demand… your favorite Palestinian MCs are heading our way!

DAM will be performing at Liv Nightclub (located at 11th & U St, NW) with DC’s own DJ Underdog and special guests the Cornel West theory.

Show is 18 and over… starting at 7:00pm so don’t be late.

Tickets are on sale at http://damindc.eventbrite.com/ - get them before they sell out!

Come out and show DAM some DC love!

…and the 21+ folks should stick around after the show for Liv’s monthly funk/soul dance party… Fatback.

 

 

October 26, 2010

An Evening to Celebrate Helen Thomas

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The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) invites members and friends to 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 over 60 years.

Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel
2660 Woodley Road, N.W. | Washington, D.C. 20008
6:00pm - VIP Reception | 7:00pm - Dinner Buy tickets online.
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October 19, 2010

Evening with US Special Envoy to Sudan MG J. Scott Gration

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Date: Monday, October 25, 2010
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Doubletree Hotel – Crystal City
300 Army Navy Drive
Arlington, VA
RSVP: rsvp@adc.org

Please note the date of this event has changed to Oct. 25.

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee, in partnership with the Sudanese-American Community, will host The United States Special Envoy to Sudan, Major General J. Scott Gration.

In January of 2011 Southern Sudan will hold an independence referendum on whether or not it should remain part of Sudan. The outcome of the referendum will have an impact on the region, as well as on the Sudanese-American community.

The event will provide an opportunity for community members to hear first hand from a Senior official on the status of the referendum, and what the future may hold for Sudan. There will also be a question and answer session, between MG Gration and the community. The evening will be a very informative session for those desiring current information about the situation in Sudan and the upcoming referendum.

Space is limited so please RSVP by sending an e-mail to rsvp@adc.org.

For any questions please call Abed Ayoub at 202-244-2990.

Hotel Information:

The Doubletree Hotel Washington DC – Crystal City near Washington DC, and just minutes away from the Airport, is located across the Potomac from our nation’s capital in beautiful Arlington, Virginia.

The hotel is located within blocks of the Pentagon City Metro Stop.

 

October 15, 2010

ADC/NAAP Football Networker This Sunday!

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Date: Sunday, October 17, 2010
Time: 12:30 – 7 p.m.
Location: Buffalo Billiards – Dupont Circle
1330 19th Street, NW, Washington, DC

Join the ADC-DC Chapter and the NAAP-DC Chapter for some Football and Fun this Sunday at Buffalo Billiards in Dupont Circle! The afternoon games start at 1:00—Chapter members will be there a little early to ensure good seats!

Buffalo Billiards is a great spot, with pool tables, 4 10ft TV’s, 40 Flat Screen TV’s, dart boards, outdoor patio and of course great food and 3 fully stocked bars (in the matter your team is losing, or your Fantasy team isn’t doing so well!l).

Also, for those in the ADC/NAAP Fantasy Football League this is a great opportunity to talk some trash to people you have competing against for the past few weeks!

Buffalo Billiards is located right off the Dupont Metro.

 

October 5, 2010

Book Signing & Discussion with Professor Basem L. Ra’ad 10/18

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Date: October 18, 2010
Time:  6 – 8 p.m.
Location: ADC Heritage Center, 1732 Wisconsin Ave., Washington, DC
RSVP required by October 17

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) invites you to a presentation and discussion followed by a book signing on Monday, October 18, 2010 at the ADC Heritage Center. Professor Basem L. Ra’ad will be discussing and signing his new book “Hidden Histories: Palestine and the Eastern Mediterranean.”

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October 1, 2010

Book Launch – Edward Said A Legacy of Emancipation and Representation

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Date: Monday, November 1
Time: 8:30pm – 10:00pm
Location: Busboys and Poets, 14th St. and V St. NW, Washington, DC
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Join us in celebrating Edward Said’s work on his birthday with the launch of an important new book about the late public intellectual’s interdisciplinary contribution and unceasing commitment to justice.

Copies of the recently published book Edward Said: A Legacy of Emancipation and Representation (University of California Press, 2010) will be available on sale.  Co-editor of the volume, Georgetown University’s Adel Iskandar, will be there to present the 29 chapter book which includes contributions from Noam Chomsky, Gayatri Spivak, Michael Wood, Joseph Massad, Ella Shohat, Ilan Pappe, Jacqueline Rose, Ghada Karmi, and many others.  (more…)

 

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