* Meet superstar Omar Sharif, Golden Globe winner Hany Abu-Assad, “Paradise Now,” Dean of the White House Press Corps Helen Thomas, former Presidential candidate Ralph Nader, Colonel Larry Wilkerson (ret), the Arab Diplomatic Corps, including HRH Prince Turki Al Faisal, and many more
* Participate in panels and workshops on Small Businesses, Charities, Media, North Africa, Iraq, Palestine, Egypt, Entertainment, Civil and Human rights, among others
* Attend the ADC Film Festival, haflehs, exhibits and a welcoming reception for members and friends at the Royal Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
CONVENTION PROGRAM
The first day of the Convention (Thursday, June 15) will be dedicated solely to lobbying members of Congress. During the other days (June 16-18) there will be informative panel discussions and workshops on civil rights, understanding immigration issues, domestic and foreign policy affairs, organizing and empowerment, entertainment, and media relations, among others. To see highlights of the ADC Convention Program visit: https://www.adc.org/conv06/program.htm
REGISTRATION
ADC has created an easy to use online form to register for the Convention: https://www.adc.org/conv06/register.html
HOTEL INFORMATION
The Wardman Park Marriott Hotel is located in the heart of Washington, DC, minutes from the famed Kalorama and Dupont Circle neighborhood and walking distance to shops, restaurants and the Woodley Park Zoo. It is conveniently accessible by public transportation (bus and metro.)
For information on how to reserve a room see: https://www.adc.org/conv06/hotel.html
REACHING THE COMMUNITY
This event is also the perfect opportunity for many to reach out to what is the largest annual gathering of Arab Americans and supporters. Sponsorship, advertising, and exhibitor opportunities are available. Advertising rates for the Convention program book start as low as $150. Reserve your ad or greeting in the Convention book today. For more information on these opportunities see: https://www.adc.org/conv06/ SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Call Pat Mancino at 202-244-2990 ext. 109 to discuss advertising, sponsorship and underwriting opportunities. General details available at: https://www.adc.org/conv06/sponsor.html