There is much confusion and brokenness in the lives of young men in our culture today. Many grow up in fatherless homes, without guidance on how to become responsible men, without discipline, and without encouragement to set reasonable goals. At the same time, mass media often portrays fathers as clueless, ineffective, oblivious, troubled, or incompetent.
Read MoreStill riding the high from May as Chaldean American Month in Michigan, our June issue continues to celebrate the accomplishments of the Chaldean community around the world. Our cover story introduces Chaldean Patriarch Amel Nona.
Read MoreLast month, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer held a ceremonial signing officially recognizing May as Chaldean American Month every year. Members of the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce and the Chaldean Community Foundation joined for this meaningful and historic moment honoring Chaldean heritage, culture, and contributions.
Read MoreEvery story woven into our community has helped shape the Chaldean American experience. Woven Tapestry: The Story of Chaldean Americans is a documentary highlighting the history, resilience, culture, and contributions of Chaldean Americans across the United States.
Read MoreThe CCF’s Sharon Hannawa was nominated for the Athena International Leadership Awards last month. This recognition honors individuals who demonstrate professional excellence, make a meaningful impact in their communities, and support the advancement of women in leadership.
Read MoreOn May 8, the CCF proudly hosted the annual Breakfast of Nations in partnership with Connect Macomb, Vibe Credit Union, One Macomb, and Macomb Intermediate School District. Moderated by Faraz Javed of WXYZ-TV, Breakfast of Nations celebrates the cultures, stories and experiences that make Macomb County a vibrant and diverse community
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 MoreFormer Michigan Chaldean soccer clubs, players, and Iraqi-Chaldean soccer fans are invited to a special 2026 FIFA World Cup Game Watch Party celebrating Iraq’s matchup against France. The event will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, beginning with a reception and program at 3:00 p.m., followed by kickoff festivities at 5:00 p.m. The gathering will take place at the Chaldean Community Foundation – West, located at 2075 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield (Main Street).
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 Moreقد يستغرب البعض من هذا العنوان وتقوده الذاكرة لاستذكار اور الكلدانية ارض ابينا ابراهيم لكن هذا العنوان يتحدث عن واقع جديد تشهده محافظة ذي قار وتحديداً مدينة الناصرية حيث ظهرت مجموعة من هذه المدينة اطلقت على نفسها ( الكلدان ) وهم من بيئة مجتمعية وعرقية مختلفة لمعرفة تفاصيل ادق واوفى كان لنا حوار مع الدكتور ( علي صغير ثجيل ) ليوضح لنا هذه الرؤية الفريدة .
Read Moreفي التاسع من نيسان 2026، اجتمع سينودس أساقفة الكنيسة الكلدانية في روما في لحظة حملت الكثير من المعاني لكنيسة تمتد جذورها لأكثر من ألفي عام، وتعيش اليوم واحدة من أكثر مراحلها حساسية بين تحديات البقاء والهجرة والحفاظ على الهوية. وبعد أيام من المداولات والصلاة والتمييز الروحي، استقر الاقتراع على انتخاب المطران إميل شمعون نونا بطريركًا جديدًا للكنيسة الكلدانية.
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