Arab American Institute · [email protected]

March 4, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Invitation: Arab American Leadership Days

NationBuilder Dear Friend,In an election year that brings with it increased demand for your civic & political engagement, the Arab American Institute is proud to present our annual invite-only?Arab American Leadership Days.?Arab American Leadership Days will provide th…

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  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]

February 28, 2020 at 5:00 PM

ACTION ALERT: Yalla, Count Me In!

NationBuilder Friend, In two weeks you will begin receiving letters in your mailbox from the U.S. Census Bureau inviting you to fill out the 2020 Census. We need every Arab American to fill out their form, and your support and engagement in this campaign are vital to ensur…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

February 25, 2020 at 10:14 PM

Another One: #DemDebate Tonight

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  Tonight the Democratic Party is presenting another debate, this time in South Carolina ahead of the state's primary. It's also the last debate before Super Tuesday on March 3, when over a dozen states will go to the polls.  Where and…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

February 24, 2020 at 3:00 PM

Souk El Tayeb Founder Kamal Mouzawak to be Recognized for International Commitment at the Kahlil Gibran Spirit of Humanity Awards Gala

Friend -- The Arab American Institute Foundation is delighted to announce the 2020 Award for International Commitment will be awarded to Kamal Mouzawak at the 22nd annual Kahlil Gibran “Spirit of Humanity” Awards on April 15, 2020. Get Tickets Now In the fight for a holistic and sustainable…

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  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]

February 21, 2020 at 3:01 PM

🗣️Amplify Your Voice 📣

NationBuilder Hi Friend, Do you care about Arab American representation? Are you confused about how to answer the race & ethnicity?portion any time you fill out a form??? ? We created the Yalla, Count Me In! campaign to help you find the answers to these questions and …

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

February 19, 2020 at 10:17 PM

Ready for Tonight's Debate?

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  Believe it or not, another debate is already here -- the 9th round of this election season and the second of three in February alone. Can't keep track of all these debates? Don't worry, we got you covered with all the essential infor…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

February 19, 2020 at 3:07 PM

TODAY: Speed Networking [starting early]!

Arab American Institute   Friend -- We hope you can join us this evening at The Green Zone for an evening of speed networking. Due to high demand, we have moved up the event time an hour early, to ensure that we all get plenty of time to meet and chat with one another. The …

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

February 14, 2020 at 5:22 PM

Next Wednesday: Speed Networking at the Green Zone

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Join us at The Green Zone, one of Washington, DC's most popular establishments, to make new friends and connections! Click here to RSVP What?   Speed Networking When?  Wednesday, February 19, 2020                6:30-  8:00 p.m Where?…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

February 13, 2020 at 7:26 PM

Announcing the Najeeb Halaby Award for Public Service

Friend -- The Arab American Institute Foundation is delighted to announce the 2020 Najeeb Halaby Award for Public Service will be awarded to Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha at the 22nd annual Kahlil Gibran “Spirit of Humanity” Awards on April 15, 2020.   Get Tickets Now   Having learned of the conta…

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  Suher Adi · [email protected]

February 12, 2020 at 10:21 PM

One Month Out: Take Action and Make A Plan

NationBuilder Dear Friend,  Today, February 12th, marks ONE MONTH until the U.S. Census Bureau delivers a letter to your mailbox inviting your household to fill out the 2020 Census. Please, please keep reading because everyone’s participation is vital to ensuring all Arab …

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

February 10, 2020 at 2:48 PM

Speed Networking at the Green Zone

Arab American Institute   Friend --   Our 2020 kicked off with a meal pack for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, and a conversation with journalist Joyce Karam. We are excited to continue the Arab American Generations series with a speed networking event! We are de…

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  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]

February 7, 2020 at 9:00 PM

The 2020 Census - Pledge to Be Counted

NationBuilder Friend -- Data from the 2020 Census will be used throughout the next decade to apportion seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, draw lines of state legislatures and school districts, and determine how governments spend over $800 billion a year in federa…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

January 28, 2020 at 11:09 PM

Breaking Down Trump's So-Called "Peace Deal"

Arab American Institute   Friend -- As you may have seen already, President Trump just released his proposal on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and, unsurprisingly, it does nothing to advance peace. Instead, it undermines the Palestinian people's basic rights and aspirati…

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  Omar Baddar · [email protected]

January 23, 2020 at 5:34 PM

TONIGHT: An Evening with Joyce Karam

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Just wanted to make sure you saw the email below. Joyce has a fascinating experience in journalism (a lot of it covering the Middle East), and we'll be serving a light dinner (shawerma sandwiches...etc.). If you plan on coming this evenin…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

January 22, 2020 at 11:12 PM

Join us tomorrow: An Evening with journalist Joyce Karam

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Join us tomorrow evening as we kick off our 2020 AAI Generations series with veteran reporter Joyce Karam!  Joyce will discuss her career path in journalism in an intimate conversation with AAI Executive Director Maya Berry. The discussio…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

January 16, 2020 at 3:49 PM

An Evening with Joyce Karam- join us!

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Join us as we kick off the first AAI Generations event of 2020 with veteran reporter Joyce Karam!  Joyce will discuss her career path in journalism in an intimate conversation with AAI Executive Director Maya Berry. The discussion will be…

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  Omar Baddar · [email protected]

January 15, 2020 at 4:20 PM

Tomorrow: Hill Briefing w/Aida Touma-Sliman on Palestine

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Omar here. This is just a quick reminder about tomorrow's Hill Briefing. If you're planning on coming, just be sure to RSVP to my colleague Ryan Suto at [email protected] to see you tomorrow!>>>We are lucky to h…

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  🗳️ Yalla2020 🗳️ · [email protected]

January 14, 2020 at 10:27 PM

Tonight: The Biggest, Smallest Debate

NationBuilder Arab American Institute Friend -- Tonight is the first debate of 2020, the last debate before the February 3rd Iowa Caucuses, the smallest debate in terms of the number of candidates on stage, and probably the biggest debate in terms of impact on the coming pr…

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  Omar Baddar · [email protected]

January 9, 2020 at 5:21 PM

Event: Palestine & Israel amid New Emerging Realities

Arab American Institute   Friend -- We are lucky to have Palestinian member of the Israeli Knesset, Aida Touma-Sliman, visiting DC next week, and I wanted to make sure you didn't miss this event. Hope to see you there on Thursday! Palestine and Israel amid Changing Policies…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

January 8, 2020 at 8:21 PM

Save the Date: 2020 Kahlil Gibran Gala on April 15

Arab American Institute   Tickets for the 2020 Kahlil Gibran "Spirit of Humanity" Awards Gala on April 15 are now available! Click here to purchase. Expect announcements of our 2020 awardees over the coming weeks.  Interested in sponsoring our event? Contact Jennifer Salan…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

December 19, 2019 at 10:45 PM

Another Debate Is Here

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  Tonight is Round 6 of the Democratic Party’s presidential debates (the first post-impeachment, and the last of 2019), and we are here to remind you to watch and engage.Where and when can I watch?The debate will air on PBS and CNN, an…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

December 18, 2019 at 2:04 PM

Asking

NationBuilder Friend -- When we first founded the Arab American Institute thirty-four years ago, the pace of the DC policy world moved in months and weeks. Today is vastly different. There isn’t an hour that goes by that we aren’t made painfully aware of another policy change that has…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

December 12, 2019 at 4:57 PM

AAI opposes Trump's EO Suppressing Palestinian Rights Advocacy

Arab American Institute   Friend -- As you may know by now, President Trump signed an executive order (EO) yesterday that is designed to suppress criticism of Israel under the guise of fighting anti-Semitism. Much of the national reporting on this EO missed the mark, focusi…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

December 12, 2019 at 11:15 AM

I Need Your Voice in 2020

Hi Friend,A few weeks ago I reached out to ask you to complete AAI's 2020 Presidential Preference Survey. 2020 is right around the corner, and your feedback ensures we're starting the campaign year off right. This takes 3 minutes to complete.?Please take time to fill out our survey today. Thank…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

December 3, 2019 at 2:03 PM

💓Ready, Set, Give! Support AAI this #GivingTuesday❤️

NationBuilder Friend, After a weekend filled with gratitude for our family, friends, and good food, today is dedicated to generosity. On this #GivingTuesday, we ask you to pay it forward for the future of the Arab American community.? DONATE NOW As AAI works to defend…

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  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]

November 27, 2019 at 7:30 PM

🦃 Here's an Easy Topic for Your Thanksgiving Dinner 🦃

NationBuilder Hello Friend, This Thanksgiving the Yalla, Count Me In campaign is thankful for democracy! We know Thanksgiving dinner can lead to political debates and conversations with those you love about the issues you care about most. Sometimes, it can get #heated. So …

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

November 20, 2019 at 10:30 PM

🗣️ Ready for Round 5 of the Debates?

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  Tonight is Round 5 (!!) of the Democratic Party Presidential debates. Ready to watch & engage? You will be by the end of this email.Where and when can I watch?The debate will be broadcast live from Atlanta on MSNBC and on the Was…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

November 15, 2019 at 7:59 PM

Join our special exhibit on Tuesday!

Arab American Institute ? Friend -- We hope you can join us for a special exhibit organized by civil rights leaders in support of a world free from hate. On Tuesday, Nov. 19, we will be joining our partners at The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights for an inter…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

November 14, 2019 at 4:38 PM

Radical Recitations: In DC & NYC This Weekend

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

November 12, 2019 at 5:48 PM

Kamal Boullata Memorial in DC tomorrow, 11/13

Friend -- Please join us tomorrow to celebrate the life of Kamal Boullata.? His art not only gave voice to the Palestinian struggle for rights, but also to Palestinian culture. ? Jim Zogbyhttp://www.aaiusa.org/ -=-=- Arab American Institute ? United States This email was sent to xxxxxx@gmail.…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

November 7, 2019 at 11:30 AM

FW: Last Call: Share Your Thoughts Today!

Friend -- I want to make sure you saw this email. The survey takes 3 minutes to complete. Your feedback is a critical component of our 2020 work. Please take time to fill out our survey today.Jim Zogby Good morning, Friend! Please take 3 minutes to complete AAI's 2020 Presidential Preference S…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

November 6, 2019 at 2:40 PM

Join Our Team: We're Hiring!

Arab American Institute   Dear Friend -- We're hiring! AAI is looking for experienced, enthusiastic individuals to fill several positions in both our DC office and in state-based positions. We encourage you to apply, and to share these opportunities with your networks. Plea…

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  🗳️ Yalla2020 🗳️ · [email protected]

November 2, 2019 at 1:00 PM

LAST CALL! Share Your Thoughts Today

NationBuilder Arab American Institute Good morning, Friend! Please take 3 minutes to complete AAI's 2020 Presidential Preference Survey. Your responses will guide our #Yalla2020 decision making process. We know it's Saturday morning ☀️ and you're eager to start your day, so…

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  🗳️ Yalla2020 🗳️ · [email protected]

October 28, 2019 at 9:50 PM

As you sit down for dinner...

Dear Friend -- This is a reminder to fill out AAI's 2020 Survey. Want to be a delegate? Fill out the survey.? Are you ready to volunteer on a presidential campaign? Fill out the survey. Have you decided your priority issues for this election? Fill out the survey. Do you know a presidential elec…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

October 23, 2019 at 1:13 PM

💾🗓️Save the Date! 2020 Kahlil Gibran "Spirit of Humanity" Awards Gala

Arab American Institute   Tickets for the 2020 Kahlil Gibran "Spirit of Humanity" Awards Gala on April 15 are now available! Click here to purchase. Expect announcements of our 2020 awardees over the coming months.  Interested in sponsoring our event? Contact Jennifer Sala…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

October 17, 2019 at 3:44 PM

TONIGHT! Emel Mathlouthi in DC (FLASH SALE)

Arab American Institute NEWS & UPDATESOctober 17, 2019 Friend -- Tonight is the night! We are delighted to welcome famed Tunisian singer Emel Mathlouthi to Washington D.C. for the last performance of her North American tour this evening. ***FLASH SALE! GET TICKE…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

October 15, 2019 at 10:07 PM

An even BIGGER Dem Debate tonight!

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Tonight is the fourth round of Democratic Party presidential debates! Last month, the debates finally dwindled down to 10 candidates, and this month, higher DNC qualification standards mean we're... back up to 12 candidates on stage? We k…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

October 15, 2019 at 6:13 PM

SPECIAL PROMOTION - 50% off Emel concert tickets!

Arab American Institute   Friend -- We’ve told you already about the stunning Emel Mathlouthi and her upcoming concert at the Lincoln Theatre this Thursday, October 17. Well, here is how it just got even better: You can now get tickets for just $20 (not a typo -- this is a …

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  🗳️ Yalla2020 🗳️ · [email protected]

October 14, 2019 at 7:47 PM

Survey & Introducing #Yalla2020

NationBuilder Arab American Institute Dear Friend,? AAI has served as a reliable source of election information and analysis for multiple presidential election cycles, and we're proud to introduce this cycle's latest campaign to keep you up to date: #Yalla2020. We've alread…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

October 10, 2019 at 6:51 PM

It's time to shake people.

Arab American Institute   Friend -- “It’s not the time to do music just to enjoy the song. It’s time to shake people.” Those are words of Tunisian-born singer Emel Mathlouthi, whose latest album Everywhere We Looked Was Burning is designed grip people’s conscience and ins…

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  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]

October 7, 2019 at 7:17 PM

Reddit AMA on 2020 Census this Wednesday

Dear Friend, We have some exciting news to share! We will be hosting a Reddit AMA series on the 2020 Census on October 9th, 2pm EST.   AAI's Policy team members Ryan J. Suto and Suher Adi are leading a Reddit AMA series on the 2020 Census! The YallaCountMeIn AMA will be this Wednesday, October…

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  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]

October 1, 2019 at 12:01 PM

Emel Mathlouthi in Concert!

Friend -- “The passion that I put into my music is hope.”  - Emel Mathlouthi, in an interview with Inside Arabia last week. Renown Tunisian singer Emel Mathlouthi blew us away when she performed at our 2019 Gibran Gala- where we honored her for embodying the values of peace and justice, and for…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

September 27, 2019 at 8:04 PM

Tuesday event: The Struggle for Inclusive Citizenship in Arab Countries

Arab American Institute   Friend -- AAI President Dr. James Zogby will be speaking at the Atlantic Council on Tuesday, October 1 at 2:00pm about the struggle for inclusive citizenship in Arab countries. The event will be live-streamed at this link. If you'd like to attend, …

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

September 12, 2019 at 8:18 PM

#DemDebate Round 3

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Tonight is the third round of Democratic Party presidential debates, and we're down to just 10 candidates! Don't celebrate too much, this only means we have to endure one night of 10 people talking over each other instead of two, but we'r…

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  Suher Adi · [email protected]

September 11, 2019 at 1:10 PM

2019 Mentorship Program Launch

Arab American Institute   Dear Friend, As part of the Arab American Institute’s mission to cultivate the next generation of Arab American leaders, AAI launched a mentorship program that assists young professionals in navigating career and education choices. The program pair…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

September 10, 2019 at 4:01 PM

Get tickets for singer Emel Mathlouthi

Friend -- I’m really pleased to let you know that we will be hosting Emel Mathlouthi, a renowned Tunisian musician, at the Lincoln Theatre on October 17th, 2019. Click here to buy your tickets.Emel is truly one of the most remarkable voices coming out of the Middle East today. She has performed…

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  Suher Adi · [email protected]

September 3, 2019 at 1:31 PM

Resources for Back to School

Arab American Institute   Friend -- With most of our students in school already or headed back today, AAI wants to be sure that every student has a successful year and that families are ready to respond to any incidents of bigotry, discrimination or First Amendment violatio…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

August 28, 2019 at 6:29 PM

Will you join us in this fight?

NationBuilder Friend -- So far in 2019, with your support, AAI... And our work has just begun. Will you join us in this fight by donating now? Maya Berryhttp://www.aaiusa.org/ Arab American Institute ? United States This email was sent to [email protected]. To s…

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  Arab American Institute · [email protected]

August 27, 2019 at 8:06 PM

Emel Mathlouthi to Perform in DC

Arab American Institute   Friend -- The Arab American Institute is excited to host Emel Mathlouthi on October 17th, 2019 at the Lincoln Theatre in Washington, DC.  A Tunisian musician whose songs focus on peace and justice, her work was banned in her home country from 2008…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

August 23, 2019 at 3:14 PM

An update and an ask

Friend -- As you may have heard, last week a former diplomat was sentenced to 5 years in prison for threatening my life, and my staffs’ lives, simply for fighting for our community. Unfortunately, this is not the first time people have threatened me in my 50 years of advocacy for Arab Americans…

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