Tampa Bay Chapter
Truly Arab, Fully American.
Defending civil rights, fighting discrimination, and promoting understanding of Arab American heritage in the Tampa Bay community.
The nation's largest Arab American grassroots organization
Founded in 1980 by former Senator James Abourezk, the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is the largest Arab American grassroots organization in the United States, representing approximately 3.7 million Arab Americans. ADC is committed to defending and promoting the human rights, civil rights, and liberties of all people of Arab heritage.
Safeguarding the rights and freedoms of Arab Americans and people of Arab heritage through legal advocacy, counseling, and litigation support.
Fighting stereotypes, prejudice, and hate crimes targeting Arab Americans while providing legal assistance through our civil rights hotline.
Serving as the public voice for Arab Americans on domestic and international policy matters that affect our community.
Enhancing public understanding of Arab history, heritage, and contributions to American society through outreach and programming.
Partnering with marginalized communities domestically and internationally to advance social justice for all people.
Providing legal assistance through our national hotline at 844-ADC-9955 for cases of discrimination, defamation, and hate crimes.
Serving the Tampa Bay Arab American community
ADC Tampa is proud to be one of ADC's growing network of local chapters, bringing the national organization's mission directly to the Tampa Bay community. We work to protect the civil rights of Arab Americans in our region while fostering understanding and appreciation of Arab culture.
Our chapter serves as a local resource for Arab Americans in the Tampa Bay area, connecting community members with national ADC resources while organizing local initiatives.
Whether you're Arab American or simply committed to civil rights and cultural understanding, ADC Tampa welcomes you. Together, we can build a stronger, more inclusive Tampa Bay.
Stay updated with ADC Tampa's upcoming events and community initiatives
الصحة النفسية العامة
Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (EST)
Format: Online via Zoom
Join us for an important workshop addressing the impacts of ongoing news of genocide, Islamophobia, and anti-Arab bias on the Arab community in Tampa.
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