Network of Arab-American Professionals'
Second Annual Conference

"Empowering Our Community"

September 24^th - 26^th, 2004
Boston, MA

The conference will include 16 panels, over 40 speakers, 4 films (including two director screenings, and Najla Said available for questions post screening of "Selves and Others: A Portrait of Edward Said), a fabulous Saturday Gala Dinner and Party with live entertainment, an MTV Rock the Vote event on Friday, an opportunity to network with the Jordanian and Syrian embassies and hear them speak, addresses by the presidential campaigns, Tony Shalhoub and believe it or not, much more!

New registration options include:

$175  Full conference (register online)
$100  Panels and Films only, both days, no meals
$80   Saturday Gala Dinner and Party 8pm-1am (Jordanian Embassy;
         Presidential Campaigns)
$50   Saturday Lunch 12pm-2pm (Betty Shamieh, Syrian Ambassador)
$50   Sunday Lunch 12:30pm-2pm (Community Awards Ceremony)
$20   Saturday Party 10pm-1am (Performances, music, dancing)

Take advantage of these expanded registration options and reserve your spot by emailing your requests to: conference04@naaponline.org.  Please pay at the door with check or cash only (no credit cards).  Space is limited, advanced reservations are highly recommended! We look forward to seeing you at the conference!   

*Special thanks goes out to the MIT ASO for their valued support and efforts in helping make this conference a reality.

When: Friday September 24, 2004
Where: Hyatt Harborside (click here for directions)
Contact:  Salma - salmatag@yahoo.com - Laila - lailakassis@hotmail.com

Gala Dinner
NAAP Saturday Gala Dinner and Hafla - A Celebration of Our Community

Join us in a celebration of the Arab-American community and our continuous efforts to empower one another in all aspects of society.  Enjoy an exquisite dinner at the beautiful Hyatt Harborside Hotel while you mingle with old friends and meet new ones.  You will hear addresses by each of the Presidential Campaigns, including Ralph Nader*.  Additionally, the Jordanian Embassy will address a topic acutely relevant to many of us: "Bridging the Gap Between Arab and Arab-American to Aid in Middle East Economic and Business Development: A Case Study of Jordan"

Not yet convinced? Performances will include Poetry by Palestinian American Actress and Playwright, Betty Shamieh (Chocoloate In Heat, Roar) and a comedic routine by New York City's famously hilarious Maysoon Zayid.  Lastly, this will be the Hafla of the year, with musical and dance performances intertwined with the latest Arabic music stylings, produced by the world famous Turbo Table, whose latest CD is the #1 selling CD in Virgin Record Megastores in Beirut!

Where: Hyatt Harborside Hotel, Boston
When: Saturday, September 25th, 2004 7:30PM - 1:00AM
How Much: $80
Why:  Because this is the event of the year, don't miss it!
Space is limited.  To reserve your spot, please send an email to conference04@naaponline.org.  Pay at the door with check or cash only (no credit cards please).

Hafla
NAAP Hafla - The Arabic Party of the Year!

Don't miss the Hafla of the year!  Performances will include Poetry by Palestinian American Actress and Playwright, Betty Shamieh (Chocoloate In Heat, Roar) and a comedic routine by New York City's famously hilarious Maysoon Zayid.  Then enjoy the latest Arabic music stylings intertwined with musical and dance performances produced by the world famous Turbo Table, whose latest CD is the #1 selling CD in Virgin Record Megastores in Beirut!

Where: Hyatt Harborside Hotel, Boston
When: Saturday, September 25th, 2004 9:30PM - 1:00AM
How Much: $20
Why:  Because this is the event of the year, don't miss it! More details
Space is limited.  To reserve your spot, please send an email to conference04@naaponline.org.  Pay at the door with check or cash only (no credit cards please).

Saturday Lunch
NAAP Banquet Luncheon - Empowering Our Community

The theme of this year's NAAP National Conference is "Empowering Our Community" through all aspects of society.  Enjoy a delicious lunch at the beautiful Hyatt Harborside Hotel and hear this topic addressed from two different angles.  H.E. Dr. Imad Moustapha, Ambassador of Syria to the United States, will address the topic of "Bridging the Gap Between Arab and Arab-American: A Case Study of Syria."  Additionally, Palestinian-American Playwright and Actress, Betty Shamieh will open the lunch by addressing the broader topic of Empowerment through non-traditional avenues such as the Arts and Entertainment.

Where: Hyatt Harborside Hotel, Boston
When: Saturday, September 25th, 2004 12:00PM - 2:00PM
How Much: $50
Why:  Don't miss your chance to speak with the Syrian Ambassador!
Space is limited.  To reserve your spot, please send an email to conference04@naaponline.org.  Pay at the door with check or cash only (no credit cards please).

Sunday Lunch
NAAP Banquet Luncheon - Awarding Our Community

Falling in with the theme of Empowering Our Community, we will be recognizing those who have tirelessly struggled to better the image of Arabs and Arab-Americans in the United States.

Where: Hyatt Harborside Hotel, Boston
When: Sunday, September 26th, 2004 12:30PM - 2:00PM
How Much: $50
Space is limited.  To reserve your spot, please send an email to conference04@naaponline.org.  Pay at the door with check or cash only (no credit cards please). 

Full Conference
For the Entire package, which includes admission to Friday's welcome reception, all panels and movie screenings, Saturday's banquet, breakfast/lunch/dinner on Saturday and breakfast/lunch on Sunday.