Now 12-years-old, Genevieve Kashat, featured on the cover of the March 2023 issue, has returned to the Food Network’s “Kids Baking Championship” for their Halloween baking special. Fittingly titled “Bloodcurdling Bakes,” four contestants returned to claim title of “Baking Champ” along with a $10,000 prize package, packed with baking implements.
Read MoreAt the end of September, Coptic Solidarity, a nonprofit dedicated to helping the world’s minorities published a public statement signed by 86 nonprofit organizations, former legislators, and myriad individual experts urging a reinstatement of Patriarch Sako as head of the Chaldean Church.
Read MoreTwo members of the Chaldean community made Crain’s “40 Under 40” list this year, joining a class of professionals that are at or near the top of their game and still rising. They are CEOs, presidents, franchisors, creators, developers, founders, judges, and community leaders. Each was nominated by colleagues or peers and selected through a rigorous review process by Crain’s editors and reporters. They will be celebrated on November 9 at the Gem Theatre in Detroit. Congratulations Brandon Hanna and Brian Shunia.
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The Chaldean Community Foundation and Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce are partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Michigan Chamber of Commerce to host a first-of-its-kind civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders will flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition and cash prizes. Finalists will be invited to Washington, D.C. to compete in the inaugural National Civics Bee national championship in Fall 2024.
Read MoreA small delegation of community members met in New York with the Prime Minister of Iraq, Mohammed Shi’a Alsudani, to discuss the current acrimony going on between the central government and the Chaldean Patriarch. The group also addressed the plight of Christians in Iraq with a special focus on a self-managed administrative unit in the Nineveh Plain and the recent alcohol ban inside Iraq which disproportionately hurts Christian and Yezidi businesspeople.
Read MoreProfessor Malik Yousif Mansour Francis (Fransi) Gorgees Yousif Francis Mary was born in Baghdad, Iraq, on August 24, 1931. He passed peacefully at his home on October 3, 2023, surrounded by his wife Amira, son Raed, daughters Raghad, Rand, and Rana, brother Adhid, and sister Suha. Malik was educated in England and the United States and received a master’s degree (MA) from Ohio State University. He had a long academic career and served as Professor of English Language and Literature at Al-Mustansiriyah University (1976-1999), Baghdad University (1964-1976) and the Department of Education in Iraq (1954-1960).
Read MoreThe CCF hosted 40 employers including Amazon, Kroger, Oakland University, Corewell Health West Bloomfield, Sterling Heights Police Department, and more at the Chaldean Community Foundation’s 2nd Annual Community Job Fair.
Read MoreOctober was Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Chaldean Community Foundation was proud to partner with the Anthony L. Soave Family Mobile Mammography and Health Screening Center which is designed to ensure all women have easy access to high-quality breast health services regardless of their ability to pay. The Ascension St. John Hospital “Because We Care” program is committed to caring for all people with special attention to those who are uninsured, under-insured and require financial support with breast care.
Read MoreNow that we have packed away our Halloween decorations, it is time to turn our focus to Thanksgiving and the holiday season. This is the perfect time of year to focus on family and loved ones with some classic (and new) traditions! Below is a list of ideas to incorporate this coming “Turkey Day.”
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In the rich tapestry of American diversity, the Chaldean community stands out as a vibrant example of immigrants who have not only embraced the American dream but have also contributed significantly to the country’s defense. With a deep sense of patriotism and a commitment to safeguarding the freedoms they’ve come to know, Chaldean Americans in every generation have a proud tradition of serving in the United States military. Hundreds of men and women have joined the effort to protect and serve.
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The Aramaic language, known today in its many names and dialects like Chaldean, Assyrian, Syriac, or Sureth, was once the lingua franca of vast swathes of the Middle East and served as the voice of culture and thought for many people in the region. This language, although it experienced a significant decline since that time, has become a defining feature of the Chaldean identity, especially as waves of Chaldeans migrated to new lands in search of opportunity and safety.
Read MoreDr. Salim Yusuf Mansoor, a renowned physiatrist, statesman, and former diplomat was born on October 2, 1938, and passed away on September 3, 2023. Salim, who practiced as a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation doctor, was the former Director of PHMR at Southern Maryland Hospital.
Read MoreChaldeans go back to school!
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation hosted its 5th Annual Awards Gala on Friday, September 22. More than 700 people attended, including dignitaries from across the state of Michigan and special guests from Iraq. During the program, the CCF honored Karam Bahnam with the Servant Leadership Award. Karam, one of the founding members of the Eastern Catholic Re-Evangelization Center (ECRC) and REVIV3, is a successful entrepreneur who has dedicated much of his time to helping others deepen their faith.
Read MoreFirst generation Assyrian-Chaldean songwriter and poet Tamara Mechael talks about what it’s like being a faithful Catholic in an industry that likes to take the easy way. She was born in Detroit, but Mechael was not cut out to be a mechanic or work in science like her highly educated parents. Tamara and her sister Farrah were born to be artists.
Read MoreFaith Gumma was killed on August 12 in Sterling Heights when the car she was in with her family was struck by a teen driver fleeing police. Her son, Elijah, survived largely unscathed but her husband Norman has been in intensive care ever since.
Read MoreIraq’s Chaldean Catholic Cardinal Louis Sako said he would like more Vatican support as he tries to regain formal recognition as the Chaldean patriarch in the country. As reported in an earlier edition of the Chaldean News, Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid revoked Cardinal Sako’s decree as head of the Chaldean Catholic Church in Iraq in July.
Read MoreSamantha Jarbou graduated salutatorian of her class at Clio High School, where her family are the only Chaldeans. She was vice president of Student Council and the National Honor Society and the president of Clio High School’s Youth Entrepreneurship Club for 4 years. Samantha is active in the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship, also known as NFTE. She invented the “Vest Pack” and the “Handy Ottoman” which took her to win the local, state, and national competitions in New York City, the first student from Michigan to get that far. She participates in HOSA (Future Health Professionals of America), a global student-led organization that enhances students’ leadership, development, and communication skills.
Read MoreHonigman LLP announced that Rana Sadek Roumayah has joined its Labor and Employment Department as a partner in the firm’s Detroit office. Roumayah joins Honigman after working for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) for 23 years. At the NLRB, she developed an expertise in traditional labor law and other aspects of employment law. Specializing in case analysis, strategic planning, negotiations, and compliance, Roumayah has litigated, negotiated, and tried hundreds of cases.
Read MoreOn September 10, members of local law enforcement were honored during the Brighter Michigan PAC’s America Safety First event held at Jimmy John’s Field. The political action committee honored Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham as Law Enforcement Administrator of the Year and Macomb County Sheriff Commander Jason Abro as Law Enforcement Supervisor of the Year.
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