Mission:
The Maghreb Association of North America (MANA) was founded in 1989. Its mission is to maintain and improve the spirit of community among the friends of the Maghreb region, foster cultural understanding and diversity in a pluralist American society.
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Mubarak! May Allah bless the new born
Welcoming to our community Malak born April 21, 2010
Maghreb Association of North America is delighted to announce the birth of brother Hilmy's baby daughter Malak in Cincinnati, OH. Mom and baby are doing fine alhamdulillah.
May Allah make the baby girl Malak successful in this world and in the hereafter. To contact br. Hilmy, please call him at: 513-668-8621 and the sisters can call his wife sr. Touria at 513-668-8622.
Employment Opportunity
Family Empowerment Program Coordinator
Arab American Action Network is searching for a qualified individual to fill the full-time position of Family Empowerment Program (FEP) Coordinator.
Please send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Mr. Hatem Abudayyeh at hatem@aaan.org by May 5th, 2010. Call (773) 436-6060 x 101 for more information.
Primary Responsibilities:
Responsible for the overall development and supervision of the AAAN's Family Empowerment Program (FEP), including comprehensive social services, case management, public aid benefits, education and outreach, immigration services, English Language (EL) and Citizenship, Family Literacy Project, and the Family Violence Intervention and Prevention Program (FVIPP).
Provide some direct services and case management for FVIPP, public aid benefits, and other social services clients.
Develop, organize, implement, and provide overall management for Domestic Violence prevention activities, including educational workshops, other community education, communications and media work, and the establishment of community collaborations.
Network and collaborate with other groups and coalitions servicing immigrant and low-income communities.
Recruit and train volunteers for the program.
Supervise and coordinate community outreach to publicize program and recruit participants. Work with EL / Literacy
Instructor on organizing classes in the community and developing curriculum.
Responsible for all reporting requirements to the board of directors and funders.
Attend relevant meetings, including some committee and coalition meetings, and the AAAN all staff, coordinators', and board meetings.
Assist with development and expansion of program, including researching and writing grant proposals; and support other AAAN special events, including the annual fundraiser.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, and at least three years working in the field.
Bi-lingual in Arabic and English required.
Experience with, and knowledge of, Arab and Muslim community in the U.S.
Strong organizational, supervisory, and management skills a plus.
Knowledge of social services case management and domestic violence prevention / intervention activities.
Experience in program evaluation methodology and implementation.
Knowledge in developing curriculum and workshop / training materials.
Knowledge and skill in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
Clear written and verbal communication skills essential (please include a writing sample).
The AAAN strives to strengthen the Arab community in the Chicago area by building its capacity to be an active agent for positive social change. As a grassroots nonprofit, our strategies include community organizing, advocacy, education, providing social services, leadership development, cultural outreach, and forging productive relationships with other communities. Our vision is for a strong Arab American community whose members have the power to make decisions about actions and policies that affect their lives and have access to a range of social, political, cultural and economic opportunities in a context of equity and social justice
Inna Lillahi Wa Inna ILayhi Raji'un
Maghreb Association of North America is deeply saddened to announce the passing away of the father of br. Mokhtar Chermouh in Morocco.
We pray that Allah Subhanawathala may forgive his sins and grant him a place in Jannat al Firdous. We pray to Allah SWT to give patience to the deceased's family, relatives and friends.
To contact br. Mokhtar, please call him in Morocco at: 011212650267209.
Tuesday Meeting | April 27th, 2010
Please Attend the Tuesday meeting for brothers only between Maghrib (8:00 pm) and Isha prayer in MCC's Red Room (First Floor). The speaker is br. Mabrouk Mohamed.
SUMMER CAMP 2010
Date:
From: Friday June 25th, 2010
To: Thursday July 1st, 2010
Location:
YMCA CAMP MATAWA
N885 Youth Camp Road
Campbellsport, WI 53010
Save the Date! MANA Committee is pleased to invite you and your family to its 13th annual Summer Camp. We offer various programs for children ages 3 and up, including sports and crafts. Activities available to all age groups and include:
Soccer | Waterpolo | Swimming | Archery | Volleyball | Canoeing | Wall Climbing | Alpine Tower | Off-road Biking | Horseback Riding | Pony Rides | Lectures and much more...
Stay Tuned for More Information.
Moroccan Mobile Consulate in Chicago
Date:
Saturday May 22nd, 2010 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday May 23rd, 2010 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location:
ICCI Youth Center
6435 W. Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
The Moroccan Mobile Consulate will be providing consular services to the Moroccan Community residing in the Chicago land area. For more information, forms and fees, please visit the consulate's web site:
Please note:
Algerian Biometric Passport
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The Embassy of Algeria informs the Algerian community living in the United States that the deadline for delivery of passports in their current format, initially scheduled for March 31, has been postponed until November 24, 2010.
All Algerian citizens whose passports expire earlier than September 30, 2010, should take advantage of this opportunity to apply for extension or renewal of their passports, making sure to follow the instructions posted to that effect on the Embassy website (www.algeria-us.org).
1000 Scholarships Worldwide
for Moroccan Students
The Consul General of Morocco in New York informs the Moroccan community residing in the USA that a partnership agreement has been signed between the Ministry in charge of the Moroccan Community Residing Abroad and the Ministry of National Education, Higher Education, Professional Training and Scientific Research.
1000 scholarships for the upcoming academic year, have been granted to Moroccan students residing abroad, to enable them to pursue their undergraduate, Master's or PhDs.
Moroccan students interested in applying for the above mentioned scholarships should either mail or present their applications by April 25, 2010, to the Consulate General of the Kingdom of Morocco in New York.
Click Here to get the Requirements or here for more details
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