April Newsletter

April is National Arab American Heritage Month

Did you know April is National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM)? Learn about the history and advocacy behind NAAHM. In honor of this important month, we're sharing stories from the Arab American community! We want to know about your experiences and perspectives as an Arab American. What does your identity as an Arab American mean to you? How has your family blended Arab and American traditions? Why do you believe Arab American heritage is worth celebrating and honoring? To share your story, fill out our submission form.

[Image from AANM Collection 2009.02.00]

ACCESS COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

We are proud to be a part of Michigan's vaccination efforts. To date, we have vaccinated more than 8,500 Michigan residents. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to be the first to know about all upcoming vaccination opportunities.

We are grateful to our partners who helped make these events possible: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Federal Emergency Medical AgencyHenry Ford Health SystemMeijer, Molina Healthcare, State of Michigan and United Healthcare.

Learn about some of our free support services

Health Insurance Enrollment
If you need affordable health insurance for you and your family, give us a call for free virtual enrollment services! We can help you find coverage that fits your budget and meets your needs.
  • ACCESS Clinic, 6450 Maple St., Dearborn, MI 48126,
    (313) 216-2200
  • ACCESS Sterling Heights Center, 4301 E. 14 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights, MI 48310, (586) 722-6036
Food Pantry
Visit ACCESS Sterling Heights Center, 4301 E. 14 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights MI 48310, on Wednesdays from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. for free, supplemental groceries. All are welcome to collect items like ground beef, rice, pasta, canned fruits and vegetables, dried fruit, nuts and oil.

Call (586) 722-6036 to schedule an alternative pick up time.

Engage with the ACCESS community

COVID-19 Educational Webinars
Do you have questions about COVID-19, vaccinations and the future of this pandemic? Join us for our monthly COVID-19 webinar series. Each month we bring experts from the state, national and international levels to answer the most pressing questions related to the pandemic.

Watch some of our recent COVID-19 webinars on our YouTube page.
People of ACCESS Series
  • Ibrahim Alhasbani, founder and owner of Qahwah House (read the full feature on 
    Facebook or Instagram)

     
  • Steve Ghannam, graphic designer and printer, Mosaic Design Group, Inc. (read the full feature on Facebook or 
    Instagram)

ACCESS' National Institutions and Campaigns

Arab American National Museum (AANM)

Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by becoming a member of the first and only museum dedicated to Arab American history and heritage. AANM has launched a campaign to secure 1,000 new and renewed AANM memberships. The museum has secured 800 memberships, and needs your help to reach its goal.

Help support our mission to tell the Arab American story and bring innovative arts and cultural programming to our community. Read about upcoming AANM events in the April newsletter.

Center for Arab American Philanthropy (CAAP)
  • Lebanon Matters Fund: CAAP is working with Professor Linda Jaber to support the critical work of vaccinating faculty, staff and students at Lebanese universities.
  • Scholarships: CAAP proudly supports the educational journeys of many students. Through various scholarships, students' financial stress is eased, allowing them to excel in their academic and professional careers.
National Network of Arab American Communities (NNAAC)

The National Network for Arab American Communities (NNAAC), an institution of ACCESS, is a growing network of independent Arab American community-based organizations around the country.

Follow NNAAC on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

ACCESS' Campaign to TAKE ON HATE (TOH)
ACCESS' Campaign to TAKE ON HATE addresses bigotry and discrimination, particularly toward Arab and Muslim Americans, and stands against hate toward all people. 

Follow TOH on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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