Empowering the Arab Community.
Serving the Arab American
Community since 2001
The mission of the Arab American Association of New York is to support and empower the Arab Immigrant and Arab American community by helping them adjust to their new home and become active members of society. Our aim is for families to achieve the ultimate goals of independence, productivity, and stability.
AAANY Responds to the Renewed Travel Ban
This renewed ban isn’t about security—it’s about targeting immigrant, Muslim, Black, and Brown communities. We’ve fought back before, and we will again.
AAANY Addresses City Council on the Surge of Hate Crimes and Community Needs
AAANY’s Advocacy Manager testifies before City Council, urging investment in Hate Crime Prevention programs and support for impacted communities.
The Push for Recognition: NY Advocacy Day for Middle Eastern & North African Voices
Community members demand recognition and equitable access by calling for data disaggregation for Middle Eastern and North African populations.
Our Areas of Focus:
Career Readiness & Economic Development (CRED)
Equipping individuals with job training, career counseling, resume building, and economic empowerment workshops.
Advocacy and Civic Engagement:
Empowering the community through voter registration, policy advocacy, leadership training, and community organizing.
Youth Programs
Engaging young people with educational support, leadership development, arts workshops, and recreational activities.
Immigration Legal Services:
Offering free legal consultations, citizenship assistance, and support with immigration applications.
Social Services & Case Management:
Assisting with benefits enrollment, housing support, food distribution, and personalized case management.
Women Empowerment
Supporting women through skill-building and ESL workshops, leadership training, financial literacy, and community support circles.
