Friday, March 23, 2007 7:36 AM

The Fifth Annual Gala for the Network of Arab-American Professionals of NY Honoring Drs. Ahmad Jaber and Henry Habib At The Super Club, New York, NY
February 24, 2007

The Network of Arab-American Professionals (NAAP) of New York, established in 2002, held its Fifth Annual Gala with the theme, on February 24th at The Supper Club, an establishment designed in the tradition of a romantic art deco masterpiece that once showcased entertainers such as Eartha Kit, Dorothy Dandridge and Nat King Cole. The event’s theme, “Celebrating Five Years of Unity and Empowerment”, supports this non-sectarian, volunteer-based organization’s dedication to strengthening the Arab-American community and its mission to empower the community through social, cultural, professional and political initiatives.

 

The evening began with a cocktail reception followed by welcoming remarks, a summary of the history of the NAAP organization including how it was formed, the current number of chapters and locations, and an assessment of its 2006 accomplishments and challenges, delightfully delivered by the charming Eman Ahmed. She emphasized the organization’s goals, initiatives, and the need to advance its mission. Eman also explained how and why she became a member of the organization and why it was important for each member to recruit other Arab-Americans to do the same.  Sawsan Zaky presented the two 2007 Annual Community Achievement Awards.

 

Dr. Ahmad Jaber, OBS/GYN, the first award recipient, has dedicated his life to the betterment of the Arab-American community in New York.  As an immigrant from Jenin, Palestine he understood how difficult transitioning to a new homeland could be. As such, he became one of the founders of the Arab-American Association of New York and is currently its Board President.  He is also the former President of the National Arab American Medical Association – New York Chapter and currently serves on the boards of several other organizations.

 

Dr. Henry Habib, Podiatrist, the second award recipient, is a dedicated and very active community organizer and advocate. Although born in Brooklyn, New York, his origins are from Lebanon. He is also a past President of the National Arab American Medical Association – New York Chapter and currently serves on its board. He is an active member of the NAAP of NY and has supported efforts to establish the Arab American Heritage Week in NYC and is driven by the “vision of a strong, vibrant and united Arab and American community.

 

Both gentlemen hold numerous honors and distinctions, recognizing them for their tireless efforts and dedication to empower Arab Americans to be active, contributing members to the America society.
 
We at liberty News Online Magzine like to thank Yasmin Hamidi, the Publicist for the event for her kind invite,for more information about the Network of Arab-American Professionals of NY, feel free to view their website @ www.naaponline.org
 

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