Chaldean American actor Revon Yousif appears in Disclosure Day, the highly anticipated science-fiction thriller directed by Steven Spielberg and written by longtime collaborator David Koepp.
Read MoreChaldean-American writer Dominic Anton has released Salim, a moving collection of journal entries and poetry that explores family, immigration, identity, and belonging.
Read MoreThe CCF recently celebrated the graduation of their Little Scholars Preschool and Pre-K students as they completed an important milestone in their educational journey.
Read MoreParticipants gathered in Nana Bernadette Sarafa’s Kitchen at CCF West to learn how to prepare Iraqi Parda Plow, a beloved Chaldean dish known for its flavorful rice, savory filling, and beautiful presentation.
Read MoreIn partnership with Do What You Love to End ALZ and the Alzheimer’s Association, the CCF and community members came together on Saturday, June 20 to walk to raise awareness, remember loved ones, and bring hope to those suffering from this disease.
Read MoreThe University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) Chaldean American Law Student Association (CALSA) Scholarship is now accepting applications.
Read MoreThis year, the CCF is proud to honor the late John Mansour, whose life reflected a deep commitment to community service, generosity, and compassion.
Read MoreEver since I was a little girl, one of the final lines in my evening prayers has been, “Thank You for making me an American.” Even then, small and sheltered as I was, I sensed there was something special about this country. (I also thanked God for making me female, but that’s a topic for another day.)
Read MoreTwo representatives from the Chaldean Community Foundation have been appointed to a key statewide advisory body focused on representation and policy engagement for Middle Eastern Americans in Michigan.
Read MorePeople Driven Credit Union has announced a major leadership transition, naming Chief Lending Officer Tommy Gasso as President and CEO-Elect, effective immediately. In this role, Gasso will begin a structured transition into full executive leadership of the organization, preparing to officially assume the position of President and CEO on January 1, 2027.
Read MoreOn April 9, 2026, the Synod of Bishops of the Chaldean Catholic Church gathered in Rome in a moment that carried profound significance for a Church whose roots stretch back more than two millennia. Far from being a routine administrative election, the gathering marked a pivotal turning point for a community now facing urgent questions of survival, identity, migration, and continuity.
Read MoreAyear of unseen work—in training grounds, strategy sessions, and even airports—culminated in a historic moment when the Lions of Mesopotamia defeated Bolivia 2–1 in Monterrey, Mexico, earning Iraq its first World Cup qualification in 40 years.
Read MoreSoccer in Iraq is a unifying cultural force governed by the Iraq Football Association, which was founded in 1948 and joined FIFA in 1950. Known as the “Lions of Mesopotamia,” the national team has qualified for the FIFA World Cup twice (Mexico 1986 and the expanded 2026 tournament) and famously won the 2007 AFC Asian Cup.
Read MoreSummertime always feels like the season of fun and adventure. As children, we wait for the end of the school year and impatiently look forward to days spent playing outside, swimming, and enjoying homework-free fun. As adults, many of us are simply looking forward to a break from the cold, relentless Michigan winters. Summer also brings time off work, family reunions, and, best of all—vacations.
Read MoreFor generations, Marian High School has held a singular place in Metro Detroit’s Chaldean community—a place where faith, academic rigor, leadership, and cultural identity meet. From accomplished alumnae to top-ranked graduates, Marian has helped shape Chaldean American young women into leaders in medicine, business, service, and beyond.
Read MoreJune is recognized as Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to encouraging honest conversations about emotional well-being, addiction, depression, anxiety, and the silent struggles many men face behind closed doors. For generations, men have often been taught to suppress pain rather than confront it, leaving many to cope in unhealthy ways. In the Chaldean community and beyond, the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction can make asking for help even more difficult.
Read MoreA few weeks before his 29th birthday, Dilan Adamat returned to Ankawa, Erbil, Iraq, from France, where he had lived since he was one year old. His family had escaped the aftermath of the Persian Gulf War in 1991 and settled in Nantes, a town in the western region where his dad’s friend from Iraq had relocated. Like many other diaspora kids, he grew up French, but with Chaldean traditions, food, and language; yet as an adult, he longed for something deeper– reclaiming his roots on ancestral land.
Read MoreAs the sun was setting over Ankawa, locals, expats and returnees gathered at the Space, where an art exhibition by a young artist from Mosul was being held. The visitors reflected the diverse membership of this coworking space, founded by the NGO ”The Return”, which supports the ongoing return movement in Iraq.
Read MoreThe Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce PAC has steadily expanded its role in local civic life in recent months, positioning itself as a growing voice for increased transparency, accountability, and resident participation in township decision-making across West Bloomfield.
Read MoreBeginning in 2026, the month of May will officially be recognized as Chaldean American Month across Michigan, marking a historic acknowledgment of the cultural, economic, and civic contributions of Chaldean Americans throughout the state. The announcement came during a defining moment for the community.
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