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Federal Grant assists refugees with job placement
May.28.2010
ACC, the premier non-profit human service organization providing services to the Middle Eastern and mainstream communities in Southeast Michigan, was recently awarded a Federal Grant from the U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration to provide employment training and job placement services to Iraqi refugees and other dislocated workers residing in the Detroit metropolitan area. The program, Classroom Training-Literacy and Remediation Skills Towards Self-Sufficiency, addresses the needs of this target population in detail to ensure their integration into American society.
Many refugees in this country are living in despair and frustration, as it is very difficult to find a job due to the combination of limited English language proficiency and lack of employability skills. The trauma of being uprooted and adjusting to a vastly different culture impedes these refugees in accessing and deriving benefits from basic health, counseling, and employment training services.
In order to address these needs, the program consists of two major components: English as a Second Language (ESL)/Vocational ESL training and Employability Training. In addition to these components the program will provide health prevention education and counseling services to meet the needs of clients of with war trauma, injury and illness.
As a result of these efforts, clients will gain the language and employment skills needed to successfully enter the job market.
2nd Annual Back to Work Job Fair hosts over 30 employers
May.24.2010
ACC's Jobs Education and Training (JET) Program, in partnership with Southeast Michigan Community Alliance (SEMCA) and Michigan Works, will host its 2nd Annual Back to Work Job Fair on Wednesday, May 26th from 10:00am to 1:00pm at ACC's Hamtramck office, located at 9019 Jos Campau, 48212. ACC's employment programs strive to build bridges between businesses and the workforce.
With last year's event receiving such an overwhelming response, ACC is expanding its Job Fair to include more employers. Major participating companies include: Asset Acceptance, Beaumont Hospitals, Citi Group, Comcast, Comerica Bank, CVS, Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA), Detroit Medical Center, Detroit Public Library, FedEx, Fifth-Third Bank, Focus:HOPE, Global Information Technology, Global Linguist Solutions, Greek Town Casino-Hotel, Jackson Hewitt, Karmanos Cancer Institute, McDonalds, Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth, Michigan Institute of Aviation And Technology, National Guard, New York Life Insurance Company, Prudential, Shore Mortgage, T- Mobile, University of Phoenix, US Army, Verizon Wireless, and Many More!
Applicants should bring copies of their resume and be prepared for onsite interviews. For additional information on how you can participate as an employer or job seeker, contact Khalil Othman at (313) 875-4685 or khalilo@myacc.org.
ACC's Employment and Training Division responds to the documented needs of dislocated workers and other economically and educationally disadvantaged individuals.
ACC Hosts Career Fair: Incredible Opportunities Available
May.11.2010
ACC, in partnership with MEA (Middle Eastern American) TV & Radio, will be hosting a career fair with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), U.S. Army, and the National Guard on Thursday, May 20th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Regency Manor & Banquet Center, located at 25228 West 12 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48034.
The career fair is for recent college graduate or those simply interested in a career change. This event offers an opportunity to look into organizations that will provide interesting work, dynamic colleagues, job security and the means to have a real-world effect on global affairs.
All are welcome; however, recruiters are especially seeking those with Arabic, Dari, and Pashtu language skills in addition to other languages. Positions range from professional staff careers to language specialists. There will be representatives from many different areas at this informational session ready to answer your job-related questions. Interested candidates must be 18 years or older and most jobs require an undergraduate college degree or better. These positions offer good pay and great benefits.
In preparation for attending this event it is strongly suggested to visit the participating employer websites (CIA, FBI, US Army, and National Guard) so that you can have an idea of the many positions available before the session.
For more information, please contact Kimberly Hassan at kimberlyh@myacc.org or (248) 559-1990.
Building bridges between businesses and the workforce
May.11.2010
ACC's Jobs Education and Training (JET) Program, in partnership with Southeast Michigan Community Alliance (SEMCA)and Michigan Works, will host its 2nd Annual Back to Work Job Fair on Wednesday, May 26th from 10:00am to 1:00pm at ACC’s Hamtramck office, located at 9019 Jos Campau, 48212. ACC's Employment and Training Division strives to build bridges between businesses and the workforce.
With last year’s event receiving such an overwhelming response from the community, ACC is expanding its Job Fair to include more employers. Major participating companies include: Asset Acceptance, Citi Group, Comcast, CVS, Global Linguist Solutions, Greek Town Casino-Hotel, Jackson Hewitt, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth, Michigan Institute of Aviation And Technology, National Guard, New York Life Insurance Company, T-Mobile, US Army, Verizon Wireless, and Many More!
Applicants are asked to bring copies of your resume and to be prepared for onsite interviews. For additional information on how you can participate as an employer or job seeker, contact Khalil Othman at (313) 875-4685 or khalilo@myacc.org.
Youth host 2nd Annual Community Clean-up
April.20.2010
The Green Buddies Environmental Group, established by the ACC's SEMCA Substance Abuse Program with its participating students from Frontier Academy in Hamtramck, will be conducting their 2nd Annual Community Clean-Up event on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22, 2010. The Green Buddies Environmental Group is composed of students that share a common goal of promoting diversity and a healthier "Greener" community.
The Green Buddies will be starting at 12:00pm at St. Florian Parish in Hamtramck. Students will be cleaning-up around area churches, mosques and other community buildings in Hamtramck and Detroit. For more information, contact Gus Shihab, ACC SEMCA Substance Abuse Program Coordinator, at (313) 369-3102.
ACC Chosen as Stop for National Census Road Tour
April.05.2010
The Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC), a 501(c)3 human and social services non profit organization, has been chosen as a stop on the U.S. Census Bureau's Portrait of America 2010 Census Road Tour. On Wednesday, April 7th from 11:00am - 2:00pm the Detroit Regional Census Tour will be at ACC's Youth Recreation and Leadership Center, located at 62 W. Seven Mile Road in Detroit. The 2010 Census Portrait of America Road Tour is designed to educate the public about the 2010 census, inspire interest in the process and encourage participation.
At the ACC stop, tour participants can share images and stories explaining why the census will make a difference to their communities, receive information about the census, see a sample census form, and enjoy fun activities, free food and giveaways.
At Road Tour events, participants can learn about the 2010 Census and the positive impact their participation can have on their local community and the nation. Census data are used to apportion seats in Congress and directly affect how more than $400 billion per year in federal funding is distributed to state, local and tribal governments.
ACC would like to recognize and thank the U.S. Census Bureau and Sam's Club for their valued partnership and efforts in making this event a success.
ACC Empowers Minorities to Make Health a Priority
March.29.2010
In recognition of Minority Health Awareness Month, on Thursday, April 1, 2010 the Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC) will host a community health fair in partnership with the American Cancer Society, Detroit Community Health Connection, and Karmanos Cancer Institute from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at ACC's Youth Recreation and Leadership Center located at 62 W. Seven Mile Road in Detroit.
The health fair, "Man Up For Your Health! Healthy Men Move Communities Forward" will provide the opportunity to focus on empowering minority male populations to adopt more of an active role in their personal health and to raise awareness of the community level factors that impact health. The health fair will offer free health screenings, health education materials, round table discussions, giveaways and refreshments.
Lets Talk Census: ACC hosts Detroit Town Hall Meeting with Mayor Bing
March.15.2010
The Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing human and social services throughout Southeastern Michigan, will host a City of Detroit Town Hall Meeting with Mayor Dave Bing on Thursday, March 18 at 5:30 p.m. Mayor Bing, key staff, and community leaders will discuss the impact and importance of the 2010 Census and their plans for economic development in the City of Detroit. The meeting will be held in the gymnasium at ACC's Youth Recreation and Leadership Center, located at 62 W. Seven Mile Road, in Detroit.
This Town Hall Meeting will provide a forum for a meaningful exchange of ideas and solicit the continued support of the City of Detroit as we join hands in making this area one of which we can all be proud. The meeting will close with questions from the audience. Detroit residence and business owners are invited and encouraged to attend this important community meeting.
ACC would like to recognize and thank Mayor Bing, the City of Detroit and the U.S. Census Bureau for their valued partnership and efforts in making this event a success.
ACC Raises Awareness for Underage Drinking
March.09.2010
The Arab American and Chaldean Council's (ACC) SEMCA Substance Abuse Prevention Program, in partnership with Global Education Excellence (GEE) and Students Against Alcohol Drugs And Violence (SAADV), will host a Hamtramck Community Town Hall Meeting on underage drinking at 12:30pm on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at Bridge Academy, 9600 Buffalo Street, Hamtramck. This event is part of a national effort to increase understanding and awareness of underage drinking and its consequences, and to encourage individuals, families, and communities to address the problem.
Underage drinking continues to be a leading health problem in the United States. Alcohol use threatens the safe and healthy development of more young people than any other substance-even more than tobacco and illicit drugs! On an average day in 2006, 7,970 teens drank alcohol for the first time, a much higher number than those who began smoking or trying illicit drugs. Alcohol use among children and adolescents starts early and increases rapidly with age.
Town Hall Meetings are designed to alert and empower the community. We hope to give our local community the opportunity to come together to learn more about the new research on underage drinking and its impact on both individuals and the community, and to discuss how their community can implement the recommendations.
For more information regarding this event, please contact Gus Shihab at (313) 369-3102
JET Contractor Partners with Literacy Program
March.04.2010
On March 9th, the American Arab and Chaldean Council's (ACC) JET (Jobs, Education and Training) Program will partner with the Detroit Public Library (main branch) in a much-needed math and literacy tutorial project. This cutting-edge collaboration is aimed to improve basic literacy and math skills for welfare recipients who have scored low on mandatory TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) testing. Statistically, welfare recipients with low education skills stay on welfare the longest while those with stronger education skills quickly become more self-sufficient.
"ACC is ecstatic about this tutorial partnership with the Detroit Public Library particularly since it is a proven fact that basic literacy and education skills can be the key to long-term self-sufficiency for welfare recipients," remarked Dr. Haifa Fakhouri, ACC's President and CEO.
Since 1994, ACC has provided jobs, education and training opportunities for welfare recipients via city- funded contracts working directly with State of Michigan welfare clients. The TABE test is a mandatory program requirement assessing clients' reading and math levels for the purpose of placing them in training that would lead to employment opportunities and job marketability.
ACC's JET clients read, on an average, at the sixth grade level with math computation and applied math averaging 4th to 5th grade levels based on TABE test results, creating a despairing barrier. It is our belief that once test scores are improved, options of higher training levels will become available, as well as a boost in self-confidence and esteem for clients. Hopefully, higher TABE test scores will also further encourage and motivate clients to reach for higher levels of education, if only to obtain their GED or high school diploma. Almost 50 percent of adults on welfare do not have a high school diploma or GED.
"The ability to read and write impacts a persons quality of life in so many ways," said Juliet Machie, Detroit Public Library's Deputy Director. "This partnership with ACC has potential to transform the lives of the program participants and the DPL is very excited about it."
Tutorial classes will kickoff on Tuesday, March 9th at the Detroit Public Library on Woodward Avenue in Detroit and continue every Tuesday thereafter, from 10:30 to 11:30 A.M. (Math), and 11:30 to 12:30 P.M. (Reading/Reading Comprehension).
"This collaboration brings about a new day for clients by preparing them for the impending job market that will reopen its doors and expect to find retooled employees with improved reading and math skills," said Susan Taylor, Detroit Public Library Literacy/Reading Specialist and project coordinator.
This project involves city, state, a local non-profit business and volunteers - a win-win collaboration for all.
ACC Unification Celebration: A Long Awaited Reunion
January.26.2010
ACC-Behavioral Division is very proud to be hosting a Unification Celebration at 2:00pm on Friday, January 29th at its Youth Recreation & Leadership Center, located at 62 W. Seven Mile Road in Detroit. The celebration is in honor of a long awaited reunion between a father and his two young daughters. Thanks to the efforts of ACC and its dedicated staff this family has been reunited after almost 7 years.
In June 2003 this refugee family was separated. Imad Jasim, a single father who was unaware of his rights and the government system, had his two daughters ages 2 and 3 taken away as a result of the mothers actions. ACC case manger Labiba Radwan worked diligently to raise funds and provide resources and advocacy on the family's behalf. As a result of this unwavering support the oldest daughter was returned to her father after one year. However the battle for custody of the second daughter took another five years. Throughout this extension process ACC supported this family.
On Thursday, December 17th Mr. Jasim won the custody battle for his two daughters, now ages 8 and 10. It was a day filled with tears of happiness.
For further information, please contact Labiba Radwan at (313) 893-6172 or Kimberly Hassan at (248) 559- 1990
ACC To Host Fifth U.S. Swearing-In Ceremony
December.15.2009
ACC, in collaboration with the Department of Homeland Security-Office of Citizenship and Immigration will host an official U.S. Citizenship Swearing-In Ceremony on Friday, December 18th, 10:00 a.m. at St. George's Cultural Center in Troy. Nearly 300 individuals will take an oath that will officially make them citizens of the United States of America.
It will be a memorable day for hundreds of immigrants and their families from all over the world, as they take an oath and become citizens. Keynote speaker Major General Scott G. West, Commanding General US Army TACOM Life Cycle Management Command, will address the new citizens and emphasize their roles and responsibilities as new Americans.
This is the fifth Swearing-In Ceremony hosted by ACC. We are proud to work jointly with the Department of Homeland Security-Office of Citizenship and Immigration to promote cross-cultural understanding and respect for the diversity of cultures residing in the State of Michigan.
ACC opens new Hamtramck office to accommodate growing need
November.24.2009
ACC will hold a grand opening ceremony and reception in honor of its new Hamtramck Center Monday, November 30th from 12:00 to 2:00 pm at 9019 Jos Campau in Hamtramck. This relocation is a result of the growing demand for services.
Since 1980, ACC has been providing services to the city of Hamtramck. The Hamtramck Center is a multifaceted facility that is available to all community residents. It currently houses a wide range of programs and services such as SEMCA Job Education and Training, Women Infant and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program, youth programs and services, DHS social services, and referrals in addition to others.
To learn more about ACC's Hamtramck Center, call (313) 875-4686.
ACC celebrates three decades of service
September.16.2009
ACC will host its 30th Annual Civic and Humanitarian Awards Gala at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center at 6 p.m. Oct. 17. Every year the non-profit human services organization sets the stage for a unique and prestigious event to honor extraordinary individuals and organizations who are visionaries in their respectful areas of work.
This year, ACC is celebrating 30 years of service. Through leadership, growth, responsibility, and commitment over the past three decades ACC has grown to be the premier non-profit human service organization providing services to the Middle Eastern and mainstream communities in Southeast Michigan.
Proceeds from the gala will benefit ACC's specialized refugee programs and service. Michigan has experienced a tremendous influx of refugees due to the situations in the Middle East. As a result of the increased number of refugees ACC is experiencing an overwhelmingly high demand for services. ACC aims to gear these newcomers towards responsible citizenship, the potential employment market, and stability in their life.
ACC is privileged to have Ambassador Houda Nonoo, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United States, as its most honored guest. She is the Arab world's first Jewish woman to serve as ambassador to the United States. Ambassador Nonoo has worked to improve working conditions in factories, raise awareness of the rights of women and children, campaigned for family and domestic law, and raised awareness of the plight of domestic workers.
The evening's honorees have been chosen based on their leadership and dedication to rebuilding communities throughout Michigan. The 2009 honorees are:
• US Senator Debbie Stabenow
• Lt. Governor John D. Cherry
• Attorney General Mike Cox
• Mayor Dave Bing
• Manuel "Matty" J Moroun
• ACC Board Member Walid Khalife
ACC's Seventh Annual Golf Outing to support scholarships
July.01.2009
Lathrup Village, MI - July 1, 2009 On Wednesday, July 8th the Arab American & Chaldean Council
(ACC) will host its Seventh Annual Golf Outing & Scholarship Awards Dinner, benefiting the ACC
Scholarship Awards Program at West Bloomfield's Shenandoah Country Club, located at 5600
Walnut Lake Road.
ACC is proud to announce Dr. Lou Anna K. Simon, President of Michigan State University, and
General Barry R. McCaffrey, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Global Linguist Solutions, will
serve as the event's Honorary Chairs. "GLS commends the Arab American and Chaldean Council on
its 30 years of service to the community in Metro Detroit. Your scholarship program, which aims
to enhance the educational opportunities available to students, helps to strengthen the base of
both the Arab and Chaldean American communities. We are proud to be a partner in this notable
endeavor," said General McCaffrey.
ACC would like to congratulate and recognize the following 2009 ACC Scholarship Award
Recipients: Randa Abdullah, Amira Abi-Haidar, Amir Alawneh, Jessica Ayoub, Mohamad Chbib,
Tevon Conrad, Zein El-Zein, Hala Hachem, Rina Sadik, Vanessa Shaya, and Jaleesa Wrench. ACC
hopes to ensure the academic success of these deserving students.
The day of the event registration opens at 10 a.m. with golfers teeing off at 11:15 a.m. followed
by cocktails, dinner and the scholarship awards presentation. For additional information and
sponsorship opportunities, contact ACC at (248) 559-1990.
ACC to host Back to Work Job Fair
June.19.2009
Hamtramck, MI - June 19, 2009 The Arab American and Chaldean Council, in partnership with
Michigan Works and the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance (SEMCA), will host a Back to Work
Job Fair on Wednesday, June 24th from 10:00am to 2:00pm at its Hamtramck office, located at
8740 Jos Campau, 48212.
Major participating companies include: Greek Town Casino, Henry Ford Hospital, Oakwood
Hospital, Huntington National Bank, Sears, Home Depot, AT&T, and many more. Applicants are
asked to bring copies of your resume and to be prepared for onsite interviews. For additional
details please contact ACC at (313) 875-4686.
ACC's Employment and Training Division responds to the documented needs of dislocated workers
and other economically and educationally disadvantaged individuals. ACC's employment programs
work to promote the economic self-sufficiency of clients.
ACC's Seventh Annual Golf Outing to support academic scholarships
May.18.2009
Lathrup Village, MI - May 18, 2009 On Wednesday, July 8th the Arab American & Chaldean
Council (ACC) will host the Seventh Annual Golf Outing & Scholarship Awards Dinner, benefiting
the ACC Scholarship Awards Program at West Bloomfield's Shenandoah Country Club, located at
5600 Walnut Lake Road.
ACC is proud to announce Dr. Lou Anna K. Simon, President of Michigan State University, and
General Barry R. McCaffrey, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Global Linguist Solutions, will
serve as the event's Honorary Chairs.
"GLS commends the Arab American and Chaldean Council on its 30 years of service to the
community in Metro Detroit. Your scholarship program, which aims to enhance the educational
opportunities available to students, helps to strengthen the base of both the Arab and Chaldean
American communities. We are proud to be a partner in this notable endeavor," said General
McCaffrey.
Registration is at 10 a.m. and golfers are set to tee off 11:15 a.m. followed by cocktails and the
awards dinner, where graduates will receive scholarships. ACC hopes to ensure the academic
success of the deserving students.
Detroit Mayor to address ACC
March.31.2009
The Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing human and social services throughout Southeastern Michigan, will host City of Detroit Mayor Kenneth Cockrel Jr. at the joint meeting of its Board of Directors and Advisory Board on Tuesday, April 7 at 11:30 a.m.
The board meeting is to be held at ACC's Youth Recreation and Leadership Center, located at 62
W. Seven Mile Road, in Detroit. Mayor Cockrel will be present to share his views and plans for
economic development in the City of Detroit.
ACC health divisions partner to provide free health screenings
March.12.2009
The Arab American and Chaldean Council's (ACC) Public Health and Behavioral Health Division, in collaboration with the Detroit Department of Health and Wellness Promotion (DHWP) Mobile Care Program, is hosting a FREE on-site health and HIV screenings for Wayne County residents. The "Spring Into Health" community health fair will be held on Thursday, March 19th from 9:00am to 4:00pm at ACC's Youth Recreation and Leadership, located at 62 W. Seven Mile Road in Detroit.
The mobile care program has trained outreach workers and a nurse practitioner to provide the following services: blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and weight checks, HIV testing and counseling, Hepatitis C testing, primary care, and referrals.
In addition to the health screenings, representatives from the Wayne County Fire Department will be present to provide fire safety education and free smoke detectors.
ACC president participates in panel on women leadership
March.11.2009
ACC President and CEO Dr. Haifa Fakhouri has been selected as a panelist for the Henry Ford Community College panel discussion "Women's Leadership in the Michigan Economy: Reflecting on 70 years of Innovation and Change." The discussion is on Wednesday, March 18 at noon on the main campus of Henry Ford Community College in the Andrew A. Mazzara Administrative Services and Conference Center.
This program will feature a panel of trailblazing women who will provide historical, economic, political, and social contexts to suggest the best and most innovative methods of moving Michigan's economy forward.
ACC reaches out to local refugee families during the holidays
December.16.2008
The Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC), in lieu of its staff and Board of Directors holiday party, is hosting a special Christmas dinner celebration on Thursday, December 18 in support of Iraqi refugee families who have recently arrived to the United States. The celebration will be held at 3:30pm at Oak Park High School.
ACC will be distributing Christmas gifts and school supplies to the needy refugee children that participate in the ACC after-school program at Oak Park High School.
"The council with its limited resources is proud to be able to provide some holiday cheer to the newly arrived refugees and their families," said ACC President Haifa Fakhouri. "ACC is happy to be working with Oak Park schools to provide after-school programs, ESL classes, citizenship education, and available resources to help refugees adjust to their new country."
Seven Mile Initiative Continues with Phase III: ACC Celebrates the Grand Opening of its Artisana and Adult Learning Center
October.24.2008
The Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC) will hold a grand opening ceremony and reception in celebration of its Artisana and Adult Learning Center Monday, October 27 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at 55 W. Seven Mile Road in Detroit. WXYZ-TV/Channel 7 Editorial Director Chuck Stokes will emcee the afternoon's program.
The Artisana and Adult Learning Center, Phase III of the Seven Mile Project, houses workspace for artists from diverse backgrounds, races and ethnicities. The center's first floor is devoted to artisan pursuits that will boast a gallery display area and a Middle Eastern- themed café. The second floor is committed to adult education and will accommodate a computer lab, conference room, program offices and an adult learning center that will provide programs such as English as a Second Language, job training, financial and cultural workshops, and other life skills programs that promote achievement and increase individual wellbeing.
In addition to celebrating the completion of the learning center, October 27 will commemorate the completion of Phase I of the Streetscape Improvement Project. Funded by the Michigan Department of Transportation and Wayne County Parks and Recreation, the project provided sidewalk improvements, street trees, planting beds, trash receptacles, and park benches.
Designated by the Governor as a Cool Cities Neighborhood, The Seven Mile Project aims to retain and attract people to the Seven Mile area, improve quality of life, create a safer neighborhood, and provide an educational haven for the youth and adults in the area.
4th Annual Arab American and Chaldean Cancer Forum: A collaboration between ACC and Beaumont Hospital
October.07.2008
The Arab American and Chaldean Council, in collaboration with William Beaumont Hospital and Cancer Institute, will host its 4th Annual Arab American and Chaldean Cancer Prevention, Early Detection and Treatment Forum on Thursday, October 9 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Troy. The overall aim of the cancer forum is to help reduce risks and morbidity in breast, cervical, prostate, colorectal and other cancers among the Arab and Chaldean community.
Through its bilingual presentation, this unique event has helped many high risk individuals obtain cancer screenings and follow up care. Guest presenters and speakers include: Muhyi Al Sarraf, MD, FRCPC, FACP; Samer Ballouz, MD; and Samir Jamil, MD.
Please join us for this very important symposium
To Register: Please call (248) 551-1219 or (248) 559- 1990
Dinner is free and included for registrants
*Please note, there is no cost to attend this symposium
The Art of Giving: ACC Celebrates 29 Years of Service
September.09.2008
The Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC) will host its 29th Annual Civic and Humanitarian Awards Gala at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center at 6 p.m. Sept. 13. Every year the non-profit human services organization sets the stage for a unique and prestigious event to honor extraordinary individuals and organizations who are visionaries in their respectful areas of work.
This year, ACC is dedicating its annual fundraiser to honoring foundations that through their philanthropic endeavors have joined ACC in the development of the Seven Mile Initiative. Proceeds from the gala work throughout the year to support ACC's many programs and services, helping to fulfill our mission to support the overall well-being of the community.
ACC is privileged to have Dr. Richard Florida, Author of the best selling book The Rise of the Creative Class, as its special guest and keynote speaker. Dr. Florida is one of the world's leading public intellectuals. Esquire Magazine recently named him one of the Best and Brightest in America. ACC is also excited to announce Detroit Economic Club President and CEO Beth Chappell will emcee the evening's program.
The evening's honorees have been chosen based on their contributions and dedication to ACC's Seven Mile Project. This year's 2008 honorees are:
• Comerica Charitable Foundation
• DTE Energy Foundation
• John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
• The Skillman Foundation
• United Way for Southeastern Michigan Non Profit Facilities Center
"It gives us great pleasure to recognize these generous foundations who believed in our mission on Seven Mile," said ACC President and CEO Haifa Fakhouri.
ACC Hosts Wayne County Back to School Program
August.14.2008
Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano will visit the Arab American and Chaldean Council's (ACC) Youth Recreation and Leadership Center, 62 W. Seven Mile Road, at 11a.m. August 29.
Coinciding with the start of the 2008-09 school year, the county executive is set to distribute about 150 school bags filled with school supplies for the Metro Detroit area's underprivileged children, four to seven years old, as part of the Wayne County Back-to-School Program.
"Not only does this program provide essential tools for education, but it helps elevate self-esteem for those children in need," the county executive said.
ACC's Sixth Annual Golf Outing on June 4 to support academic scholarships
May.30.2008
The Arab American & Chaldean Council (ACC) will host the Sixth Annual Golf Outing & Scholarship Awards Dinner, benefiting the ACC Scholarship Awards Program on Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at West Bloomfield's Shenandoah Country Club, located at 5600 Walnut Lake Road.
Registration is at 10 a.m. and golfers are set to tee off 11:15 a.m. followed by cocktails and the awards dinner, where graduates will receive scholarships. ACC hopes to ensure the academic success of the deserving students. Scholarships help attract and retain intelligent and capable, but financially disadvantaged students. Many students may find it difficult to continue their education following high school graduation. It's not the good grades they lack, but money. Who knew that a game of golf would be beneficial for college-bound high school graduates?
"ACC encourages youth to pursue higher education and this event is aimed at raising money for students who not only prove the ability to garner outstanding grades, but show that they're willing and eager to improve themselves through education," said Abe Munfakh, ACC's Chairman of the Board.
In the last 10 years Michigan's university tuition rates has risen by more than 67 percent, while state funding has risen by about 12 percent, according to the Senate Fiscal Agency. With an ongoing budget problem and stagnant economy, the state has cut public university funding by about $250 million over the last four years. Because of the budget cut and increased tuition rates, financing a diploma will be a challenge and the option of loans may land many thousands of dollars in debt.
ACC receives grant from United Way for learning center
April.17.2008
United Way for Southeastern Michigan awarded a grant of $250,000 to the Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC) to support the development of its Artisana & Adult Learning and Training Center, Phase III of ACC's Community and Neighborhood Development Initiative (CNDI). The center will be located at 55 W. Seven Mile, immediately east of ACC Detroit Headquarters.
Once completed the 13,000 square-foot building will house workspace for artists as well as a gallery area and a middle-eastern theme café on the first floor. The second floor will accommodate an adult-learning center, computer lab, program offices, and conference room that will provide programs that promote achievement and increase individual well being.
For more information on ACC's economic development initiative, please call (313) 893-5269.
ACC receives grant for Teen Health Project
January.18.2008
Detroit, MI - January 18, 2008 Detroit Wayne County Community Mental Health Agency [DWCCMHA] awarded ACC, a non profit organization, a $75,000 grant for its Teen Health Project. The Project's goal is to help children and adolescents reach optimum potential of growing into healthy and responsible adolescents and young adults by improving their health status through health promotion and disease prevention interventions.
ACC's Teen Health Project serves a community that is racially, ethnically and culturally diverse. This Project serves children and youth ages 9-18 residing in Wayne County served by ACC who are current consumers of mental health services and/or members of the community.
The Project's goal will be accomplished through the following activities: health promotion and education dialogues (available to students in English, Arabic and Chaldean), comprehensive health screenings, workshops and educational activities in support of health topics, follow up activities for children who need referrals, and training that support skill building, enhance social skills, improve communication, problem solving, and physical and emotional health decision-making.
For further information regarding the Teen Health Project please call Monty Fakhouri, Director Public Health, at (248) 559-1990.
Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC)
ACC is the premier non-profit human service organization providing services to the Middle Eastern and mainstream communities in Southeast Michigan. As a bridge of understanding, ACC maximizes the skills, resources and expertise of the community to:
Build cooperation and understanding
Raise the level of individuals' well-being
Increase cross-cultural understanding through education
Deliver human services, counseling and opportunities
Gear community members towards achievement
Empower through employment training and placement
Website: http://www.myacc.org
Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC)
Kimberly Salem
Program Advocate
email: programadvocates@myacc.org
phone: 248-559-1990
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