Arab-American Trailblazers You Need To Know About!
Arab-Americans everyone should know about before AAHM is over! 💫
From lunar exploration to congressional leadership, their contributions span science, politics, medicine, and the arts.
Farouk El-Baz - A prominent Egyptian American scientist known for his work with NASA during the Apollo space missions. El-Baz played a crucial role in selecting landing sites for the Apollo missions to the Moon, contributing significantly to our understanding of lunar geography.
Darrell Issa - Issa, of Lebanese descent, has served as a U.S. Representative for California and is known for his advocacy on various issues, including technology and cybersecurity. He’s been influential in shaping policies related to these fields.
Fady Joudah - A Palestinian American physician and poet, Joudah has made an impact through his dual careers. He’s not only provided medical care to communities in need but has also enriched the literary world with his poetry, which often explores themes of identity and social justice.
Rashida Tlaib - Tlaib, of Palestinian descent, made history as one of the first Muslim women elected to the U.S. Congress. As a congresswoman, she’s been a vocal advocate for progressive policies, including healthcare, environmental justice, and economic equity.
Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha - A pediatrician and public health advocate, Dr. Hanna-Attisha played a pivotal role in uncovering the Flint water crisis. Her research and advocacy drew attention to the lead contamination in Flint’s water supply, leading to government action and public awareness of the issue, ultimately helping to improve the lives of residents and prompting changes in water safety regulations nationwide.
