Seventeen-year-old Alex Elia is a shining example of the difference one person can make. For the past three years, the Detroit Country Day senior has buddied up with first-grade students at Bennett Elementary in Detroit to celebrate Valentine’s Day by making cards and playing games.
Read MoreWe are responsible in the search for peace, for dialogue: the international community, the countries of the Middle East are all involved. However, if we ourselves do not know how to personally put an end to this spiral, others must help us find the way to achieve it.
Read MoreBloomfield Hills High School senior, Giselle Haddad, scored a 36 on the ACT, the highest achievable score on this challenging standardized test. Only 0.18% (about 3,700 students nationwide) who take this exam receive a 36.
Read MoreThe Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce and the Chaldean Community Foundation are partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Michigan Chamber of Commerce for the second year in a row to host a non-partisan civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.
Read MoreThe CCF congratulated Elias Kattoula on 10 incredible years with the Chaldean Community Foundation on October 3. Elias began his journey with the Foundation in 2014 as a Case Worker and quickly rose to Career Services Manager. Over the years, he has made a lasting impact, earning his Global Career Development Facilitator Accreditation in 2018 and becoming a Certified FAFSA Specialist.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation’s Learn with A Leader program’s final session was hosted on October 16 at the Eastern Catholic Re-Evangelization Center (ECRC) in Bloomfield Hills. The session, led by Karam Bahnam, focused on faith and its influence on leadership.
Read MoreHungarian Consul General Dr. Balázs Mártonffy recently visited the CCF to learn more about their programs and advocacy efforts for persecuted Christians throughout the Middle East. He was warmly welcomed by CCF staff, who expressed their appreciation for the Hungary Helps program, which has supported Chaldeans and other Christians in northern Iraq.
Read MorePop Daddy Snacks co-founder Mark Sarafa was recently featured in University of Michigan’s Fall Alum Magazine. The family-run company is doing a booming business, and the article states it is because they know how to pivot.
Read More“America is a nation of immigrants.” Is this an overused cliché or an expression of a monumental experiment in the history of mankind? Which of the two reflects how immigration has been treated by competing parties for power during elections?
Read MoreWhen talking with Diana Alsindy, an aerospace engineer who leads a team of engineers building one of the next rockets to the moon, you can hear her enthusiasm for the subject matter of space. A self-described “expert of the system of fluid systems,” Alsindy literally works in a rocket factory.
Read MoreIf recent polls and elections are a guide—and, really, what else do we have? —the coming presidential election features fairly even splits supporting Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump, with a small group of undecided voters in the middle.
Read MoreAs a heated election season builds momentum for the final stretch, two Michigan U.S. Senate candidates continue their pitched battle to the finish. Mike Rogers and Elissa Slotkin are running to succeed Democratic Senator Debbie Stabenow, who is retiring after serving four terms.
Read MoreOn Sunday, September 22, Chaldean Community Foundation (CCF) President Martin Manna visited with Iraq’s Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani at the annual United National General Assembly in New York City.
Read MoreThe Consul General of the Republic of Hungary, Balasz Martonffy, based in Chicago, Illinois, visited the Chaldean Community Foundation on Friday, October 4 while he was in Michigan to learn about the activities and programs of the Chaldean Community Foundation.
Read MoreAround this time last year, the town of Qaraqosh (Bakhdida) was shaken by a tragic event that its residents will remember for years to come. A fire broke out during a wedding in a hall, resulting in the deaths of dozens, most of whom were from the same families. Survivors and the injured were left in shock, as the tragedy devastated the community.
Read MorePeople join the military for a variety of reasons, each a reflection of their own personal motivations and aspirations. For some, it’s a desire to serve their country and contribute to something greater than themselves; for others, it’s the pursuit of stability and benefits that a military career can provide.
Read MoreSociety is now experiencing the fourth wave of modern-day feminism here in the West, and many of us are becoming more aware of what contributes to our identities as women. In my own experience, one of the main influences on my identity as a woman/feminist was my Chaldean family/culture.
Read MoreAs the year ends, it’s an ideal time to review your financial standing and establish a proactive plan for 2025. Whether you’re an individual investor, a retiree, or a business owner, effective year-end financial planning can help you optimize current opportunities, minimize taxes, and set the groundwork for future growth.
Read MoreThe November issues of Chaldean News over the years reflect a rich combination of challenges and resilience within the Chaldean community, highlighting both personal stories and broader societal issues. In 2004, the focus on survivors of breast cancer brings to light the courage of Chaldean women, setting a tone of resilience. The four women interviewed were at different stages in their recovery journey and shared their very personal stories in the hope of encouraging others.
Read MoreOn Friday, October 18, the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce hosted its 18th Annual Business Luncheon at MotorCity Casino Hotel’s Sound Board Theater. Moderator Roop Raj from TV’s FOX2 deftly handled questions for special guests Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D) and former Rep. Mike Rogers (R), who are running for the same U.S. Senate seat.
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