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The Arab-American Resource Corps brings together Americans from all
backgrounds to promote civic engagement and economic
empowerment in Arab-American communities throughout the nation.
We inspire new leadership through a commitment to voluntary service
and hands-on activism. We strengthen our communities by working
through Arab-American grassroots organizations. And we build bridges
between the diverse communities that make up America’s rich cultural
fabric.
The mission of the national outreach department is to support the creation of a national
network of Arab-American community groups to represent and empower new
immigrants, the economically disadvantaged and the Arab-American community. The
need for a national network of Arab-American community groups to share best practices
and resources is clear. Demand for the services of Arab-American community groups
has increased since the events of September 11th, but these groups have been key
advocates for their communities for decades. In addition to traditional social services and
educational programs, these groups have been speaking out on issues of immigration and
civil rights and educating the community on Arab-American history and culture.
Eleven Arab-American community centers have come together under the Arab-American
Resource Corps (ARC) to build capacity in their organizations and communities and to
address the need for increased resources, technical assistance, and networks of
communication among Arab-American community groups.
What is ARC?
ARC is a national AmeriCorps program that will place 40 AmeriCorps members in eleven
Arab-American community groups around the country for a year of service. ARC
members will empower communities and institute change by:
How would I serve as an ARC member?
If you are ready to make a difference with your life, serve your community and be
challenged to use your skills and talents to empower the Arab-American community, then
ARC is looking for you. ARC members will serve the community and build Arab-
American community groups through three service areas: direct social services,
immigrant orientation and cultural outreach.
Social Services
Members engaged in direct social services will serve in one of three areas: youth
development, social services outreach and social services education.
Immigrant Orientation
In addition to social services, several members help immigrants transition to life in the
United States through:
Cultural Outreach
The third area of service members engage in is cultural outreach
through education and research.
Where can I serve as an ARC member?
ARC members will serve in one of eleven Arab-American community centers already
serving their communities. Each of the following site organizations works in
communities with a significant Arab-American population.
What are the benefits of being an ARC member?
A year in service as an ARC member will be one of the most challenging and rewardingyears of your life. ARC members will
ARC members will also receive financial benefits, including
How do I apply to become a member of ARC?
ARC begins in September, and applications for the program are accepted year round. To obtain an application for ARC, please email the program coordinator, Jamie Kim, at
jkim@accesscommunity.org or call the National Outreach office at 313-843-2844. For more information
about AmeriCorps and its programs, visit www.americorps.org
For More Information, Contact Taleb Salhab:
National Outreach
Taleb Salhab, Director
2601 Saulino Court
Dearborn, MI 48120
Phone: (313) 843-2844
Fax: (313) 843-0097
Email Address: tsalhab@accesscommunity.org
backgrounds to promote civic engagement and economic
empowerment in Arab-American communities throughout the nation.
We inspire new leadership through a commitment to voluntary service
and hands-on activism. We strengthen our communities by working
through Arab-American grassroots organizations. And we build bridges
between the diverse communities that make up America’s rich cultural
fabric.
The mission of the national outreach department is to support the creation of a national
network of Arab-American community groups to represent and empower new
immigrants, the economically disadvantaged and the Arab-American community. The
need for a national network of Arab-American community groups to share best practices
and resources is clear. Demand for the services of Arab-American community groups
has increased since the events of September 11th, but these groups have been key
advocates for their communities for decades. In addition to traditional social services and
educational programs, these groups have been speaking out on issues of immigration and
civil rights and educating the community on Arab-American history and culture.
Eleven Arab-American community centers have come together under the Arab-American
Resource Corps (ARC) to build capacity in their organizations and communities and to
address the need for increased resources, technical assistance, and networks of
communication among Arab-American community groups.
What is ARC?
ARC is a national AmeriCorps program that will place 40 AmeriCorps members in eleven
Arab-American community groups around the country for a year of service. ARC
members will empower communities and institute change by:
 | Providing direct service to recent immigrants | |
| Working with low-income families and | |
| Mentoring and tutoring youth | |
| In addition to the value they give to their local communities, ARC members are | |
| part of a national organization that works to give voice to Arab Americans around the country. |
How would I serve as an ARC member?
If you are ready to make a difference with your life, serve your community and be
challenged to use your skills and talents to empower the Arab-American community, then
ARC is looking for you. ARC members will serve the community and build Arab-
American community groups through three service areas: direct social services,
immigrant orientation and cultural outreach.
Social Services
Members engaged in direct social services will serve in one of three areas: youth
development, social services outreach and social services education.
| Youth development – Members will work with Arab-American and other youth to | |
| expand after-school and summer programs and provide one-on-one mentoring, homework assistance and organized group activities. | ||
| Social services outreach – Members provide direct one-on-one assistance to Arab- | |
| Americans in need and conduct outreach in the community to make more people aware of the services that are offered. | ||
| Social services education – Members conduct workshops on health and parenting | |
| to help Arab-American families access the resources and information they need to empower their family. |
Immigrant Orientation
In addition to social services, several members help immigrants transition to life in the
United States through:
| Workshops on services and resources available to them | |
| One-on-one assistance to recent immigrants |
Cultural Outreach
The third area of service members engage in is cultural outreach
through education and research.
| Cultural outreach education – Members conduct educational workshops on Arab- | |
| American history and culture in schools, local government, law enforcement agencies, and other communities groups. | ||
| Cultural outreach research – Members carry out research on Arab-American | |
| demographics, history and culture to be used by other Arab-American community groups in their education campaigns. |
Where can I serve as an ARC member?
ARC members will serve in one of eleven Arab-American community centers already
serving their communities. Each of the following site organizations works in
communities with a significant Arab-American population.
| Arab-American Action Network, Chicago, IL www.aaan.org | |
| Arab Cultural Center, San Francisco, CA www.arabculturalcenter.org | |
| Arab American Community Center, Orlando, FL | |
| A-A Cultural & Community Center, Houston, TX www.acc-houston.com | |
| ACCESS, Cleveland, OH www.aaccessohio.org | |
| ACCESS, Dearborn, MI www.accesscommunity.org | |
| Arab American Institute Foundation, Washington, DC www.aaiusa.org | |
| Philadelphia Arab-American Community Development Corporation, Philadelphia, PA | |
| Arab-American Family Support Center, Brooklyn, NY www.aafscny.org | |
| ACCESS California Services, Anaheim, CA | |
| Arab American Association of New York, Brooklyn, NY | |
| Arab American Family Services, Chicago, IL | |
| GLAAS, Lansing, MI |
What are the benefits of being an ARC member?
A year in service as an ARC member will be one of the most challenging and rewarding
| Learn new skills | |
| Gain confidence in themselves | |
| Work in a cross-cultural environment | |
| Develop a greater awareness of the challenges facing Arab Americans | |
| Learn about the great contributions Arab Americans have made to this country and | |
| Will be challenged to become leaders for social change in their communities |
ARC members will also receive financial benefits, including
| A modest living allowance, paid bi-weekly | |
| Health insurance | |
| Child care allowance (if eligible) | |
| A $4,725 education award presented upon completion of the year of service |
How do I apply to become a member of ARC?
ARC begins in September, and applications for the program are accepted year round. To
jkim@accesscommunity.org or call the National Outreach office at 313-843-2844. For more information
about AmeriCorps and its programs, visit www.americorps.org
For More Information, Contact Taleb Salhab:
National Outreach
Taleb Salhab, Director
2601 Saulino Court
Dearborn, MI 48120
Phone: (313) 843-2844
Fax: (313) 843-0097
Email Address: tsalhab@accesscommunity.org
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