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The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) remains committed to protecting and advocating for the rights of the Arab American community. Now, more than ever, our work has never been more needed, as we confront the pressing challenges of rising hate and discrimination that demand a robust legal response to protect the rights and dignity of the Arab American community.

It is with urgency that we announce a crucial job opening within our organization – the position of Senior Staff Attorney. There is an escalating need for legal support in the face of increasing challenges makes this role pivotal in our ongoing mission to combat prejudice and ensure justice for all.

Duties would include:

• Intakes: Conducting client intakes and follow ups
• Provide direct legal services to community members
• Pursue and/or support litigation in State and Federal court, where necessary, to achieve objectives
• Amicus Briefs: Assists with the research and writing of ADC Amicus Briefs
• Policy Work: Will assist in policy related matters when required
• Assist in developing strategies to grow the organization’s advocacy efforts on key policy issues
• Speak on behalf of the organization’s work in the media and other related opportunities
• Work jointly with key staff member to help develop and coordinate activities of the initiative regarding communications, policy advocacy, partnership alliances, and public engagement, and fundraising.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a J.D. from an accredited university, and be barred in at least one jurisdiction
• Five or more years of relevant work experience as an attorney
• Experience working as an attorney on civil rights and immigration matters
• Experience and/or working knowledge of Civil Rights and Social Justice issues
• Supportive and committed to ADC’s mission
• Possesses excellent research and writing skills
• Understanding of issues impacting the Arab American community
• Understanding of the legislative and policy making process

To apply, please submit the following to the Attn. of Aisha Soofi at [email protected]:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV, including references
3. Writing Sample

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) remains committed to protecting and advocating for the rights of the Arab American community. Now, more than ever, our work has never been more needed, as we confront the pressing challenges of rising hate and discrimination that demand powerful grassroots mobilization and community organizing.

It is with urgency that we announce a crucial job opening within our organization – the position of National Organizer. This position will lead ADC’s national organizing strategy, building local capacity and empowering our communities to take action.

Duties would include:

• Lead ADC’s grassroots organizing and mobilization efforts across the country
• Build and support local ADC chapters and volunteer leadership teams
• Develop and implement national campaigns on civil rights, immigration, and anti-discrimination
• Organize town halls, community forums, and direct action events
• Provide trainings and toolkits to empower local activists and youth
• Collaborate with ADC’s policy and legal teams to align organizing strategies
• Represent ADC in coalition spaces and at national convenings
• Support outreach and logistics for ADC’s national convention and other large-scale events

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent organizing experience
• 3+ years of community organizing, preferably in civil rights or social justice settings
• Demonstrated ability to mobilize and engage diverse communities
• Strong facilitation, communication, and leadership skills
• Willingness to travel frequently
• Committed to ADC’s mission and values
• Fluency in Arabic is a plus

To apply, please submit the following to the Attn. of Aisha Soofi at [email protected]:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV, including references
3. Writing Sample

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) remains committed to protecting and advocating for the rights of the Arab American community. Now, more than ever, our work has never been more needed, as we confront the pressing challenges of rising hate and discrimination that demand a robust legal and policy response, along with strong financial capacity to sustain this fight for justice.

It is with urgency that we announce a crucial job opening within our organization – the position of Development Director. This role is essential to our long-term sustainability and ability to scale our legal, advocacy, and cultural work nationwide.

Duties would include:

• Lead ADC’s national fundraising strategy, including major gifts, grants, and donor cultivation
• Develop and manage annual fundraising campaigns and events
• Maintain and expand relationships with individual donors and institutional partners
• Oversee donor database and ensure accurate tracking of contributions
• Work closely with the Executive Director and Board to meet annual development goals
• Draft proposals, reports, and appeal letters for foundations and donors
• Develop donor communications and materials with the communications team
• Identify and research prospective funders
• Coordinate fundraising logistics for ADC’s annual convention and other events

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or CFRE preferred
• Minimum of 5 years professional fundraising experience, ideally in a nonprofit or civil rights setting
• Demonstrated success with major donor cultivation and grant writing
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience with donor database systems and reporting
• Committed to ADC’s mission and values

To apply, please submit the following to the Attn. of Aisha Soofi at [email protected]:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV, including references
3. Writing Sample (e.g., fundraising appeal or grant excerpt)

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) remains committed to protecting and advocating for the rights of the Arab American community. Now, more than ever, our work has never been more needed, as we confront the pressing challenges of rising hate and discrimination that demand a robust legal and policy response to protect the rights and dignity of the Arab American community in every state.

It is with urgency that we announce a crucial job opening within our organization – the position of California State Coordinator. This role is essential to our mission as we expand our presence and impact in key states across the country. This position will be based out of the ADC California office located in Anaheim, CA.

Duties would include:

• Track and analyze California legislation and public policy developments impacting the Arab American community
• Build and maintain relationships with state and local elected officials, agencies, and coalition partners
• Represent ADC in legislative meetings, public hearings, and community forums across California
• Coordinate and execute advocacy campaigns and community mobilization efforts throughout the state
• Organize town halls, public education forums, and policy briefings, particularly in Southern California
• Collaborate with ADC’s legal team to elevate civil rights complaints and trends in California
• Draft press releases, policy memos, and social media content to amplify state-level advocacy
• Serve as the public voice of ADC in California media and government engagement
• Support organizational fundraising and partnership development efforts within the state

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, or related field (J.D. preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in policy advocacy, community organizing, or government relations
• Experience working with Arab-American, immigrant, or other underrepresented communities
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Deep understanding of California political, legislative, and community landscapes
• Supportive and committed to ADC’s mission
• Ability to travel regularly across California
• Fluency in Arabic is a plus

To apply, please submit the following to the Attn. of Aisha Soofi at [email protected]:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV, including references
3. Writing Sample

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) remains committed to protecting and advocating for the rights of the Arab American community. Now, more than ever, our work has never been more needed, as we confront the pressing challenges of rising hate and discrimination that demand a robust legal and policy response to protect the rights and dignity of the Arab American community in every state.

It is with urgency that we announce a crucial job opening within our organization – the position of New Jersey State Coordinator. This role is essential to our mission as we expand our presence and impact in key states across the country.

Duties would include:

• Track and analyze New Jersey legislation and public policy developments impacting the Arab American community
• Build and maintain relationships with state and local elected officials, agencies, and coalition partners
• Represent ADC in legislative meetings, public hearings, and community forums
• Coordinate and execute advocacy campaigns and community mobilization efforts throughout the state
• Organize town halls, public education forums, and policy briefings
• Collaborate with ADC’s legal team to elevate civil rights complaints and trends in New Jersey
• Draft press releases, policy memos, and social media content to amplify state-level advocacy
• Serve as the public voice of ADC in New Jersey media and government engagement
• Support organizational fundraising and partnership development efforts within the state

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, or related field (J.D. preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in policy advocacy, community organizing, or government relations
• Experience working with Arab-American, immigrant, or other underrepresented communities
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Deep understanding of New Jersey political, legislative, and community landscapes
• Supportive and committed to ADC’s mission
• Ability to travel regularly across New Jersey
• Fluency in Arabic is a plus

To apply, please submit the following to the Attn. of Aisha Soofi at [email protected]:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV, including references
3. Writing Sample