Free Arabic Language and Culture Workshops

Are you curious about Arabic and the Middle East? Would you like to learn a few words and phrases in Arabic? Would you like to start speaking in Arabic to friends or family? Or would you like an easy introduction to the language and culture before you begin more intensive study?

Whatever your interest level, please join us for a series of FREE Arabic Language and Culture Workshops! No previous knowledge nor experience is necessary. Just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm! These non-credit bearing workshops are open to students, faculty, and staff, as well as members of the community. Come and enjoy learning in a fun, casual environment!

Dates: Wednesday evenings starting on March 5, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: The Gallery@SUNY Broome Library

Workshops will be run by Barwar Ibrahim of the American Civic Association, in Binghamton, NY. After relocating to the Binghamton area from Duhok, Kurdistan, Barwar earned a Master of Science in Human Rights from Binghamton University. He continues to focus his efforts on humanitarian rights as a Kurdish, Arabic and English translator.

To plan for the event, we encourage participants to register, but all are welcome! Please email CarrollLA1@sunybroome.edu with any questions, or to register. If you need accommodations, please contact the Accessibility Resources Office at aro@sunybroome.edu or call 607-778-5150.

Free parking is available for community members.

Support for this program comes from SUNY Broome Community College and Binghamton University’s Center for Middle East and North Africa Studies.

Submitted by: Lynda Carroll