Of Syrian and Lebanese origins, the pedagogue Elizabeth Camasmie Zogbi has dedicated most of her life to Mão Branca, a charity organization that assists the elderly and was founded by women of Arab origins. She and group of volunteers have brought leisure in the life of the elderly and have created centers in São Paulo districts. Read more of what Elizabeth told ANBA about her personal journey and her work at Mão Branca.
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Six movies produced or co-produced by Brazilians will compete at the El Gouna Film Festival, which begins on September 20 in a Mediterranean Sea resort town.
The Arab country has organized a stand for the industry’s expo, which begins on September 26 in São Paulo. Arrivals of Brazilians in the North Africa country have surged 30% in H1 2018.
The Egyptian professional will discuss his latest research and archaeological finds on December 16 and 18, in São Paulo, and on December 22 in Rio. Tickets are on sale.
Ana Clara Sampaio’s ‘Finally, Direct Speeches’ is a compilation of texts by young Muslims and non-Muslims from 15 countries, out on Fambras and available free of charge as an e-book.
Last year, the country’s HDI went up 0.001 point over 2016, which kept it in the 79th position in the world rank.
Tourist numbers from January to July 2018 were up 7% from a year ago.
‘Metropolises of the desert: Petra, Palmyra and Dura-Europos – The Hellenistic Civilization and the origins of the Arab Culture’ begins this Thursday (13) with three classes at Espaço Lente Cultural. Registrations are open.
O Giramundo will feature a conversation on the subject and performances by the Yaqin Ensemble and Palestinian musician Yousef Saif at venue Casa de Francisca this Thursday.
The Palestinian thespian will be honored at the Alliance Française theater during an event that will see the launch of the Beit21 platform on the 17th, 18th and 19th this month.
The Lebanese immigrant was awarded the Patriarchal Commendation of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul of the Antiochian Orthodox Church for his charitable works. He is a former director and currently a member of the management council of the Arab Chamber.
The social action project in East São Paulo is scheduled for September 22, the day of the nine-year anniversary of CEU Formosa, from 10 am to 3 pm.
Augusto Sabbatini began his work this week as the head coach of the men’s volleyball team Al Nassr Saudi Club, from Riyad.
Scheduled for September 10 and 17, in São Paulo, the two classes are part of the Round of Meetings on Arab-Islamic History and Culture. Registrations are open.
