americans all initiative
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Presentation on the Arab American National Museum's efforts to address immigration for the Americans All: The Immigration/Migration Initiative at the Smithsonian.TRANSCRIPT
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Americans All:The Immigration/Migration Initiative
Devon M. AkmonDeputy Director | Arab American National Museum
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• Established in 1971 in Dearborn, MI
• Created to assist the Arab population adapt to life in the U.S.
• Dedicated to empowering and enabling communities
• Eight location & over 100 programs
• Over 300 employees
ACCESS
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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Three National Initiatives
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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• Founded in 1987
• Recognizing the importance of arts in the daily life of all people
• Bridge the gap between ethnic and racial groups
• Instill community pride
ACCESS’ Cultural Arts Program
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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Mission: The Arab American National Museum documents, preserves and presents the history, culture and contributions of Arab Americans.
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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Collections & InterpretationComing to America
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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Interpretation
• Utilize personal stories that reflect the diversity of the Arab American community
• Stress the similarities of the immigrant story common to all ethnic communities
• Employ empathy and personal connections to bridge cultural gaps
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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Connecting Communities
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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Themes Explored
• Why are they here?
• What’s the connection?
• Why aren’t they more like us?
• Aren’t immigrants a burden to our communities?
• Aren’t immigrants a drain on our economy?
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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Little Syria
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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Relevant Issues Related to Immigration/Migration
• Stereotypes and misconceptions
• Economic impact
• Laws concerning immigration & naturalization
• Assimilation versus acculturation (Identity)
• Global citizenship
http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
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http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org
Archiving the InternetCollecting born-digital assets
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Devon AkmonDeputy Director | Arab American National Museum
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