Building the Next Generation of Assyrian-Americans through our various programs.
4343 W Touhy Ave Lincolnwood,
Joined January 2016
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Who writes Assyrian history?
At #ARCC26, Dr. Alda Benjamen opened the Ba'ath regime's own “Assyrian Archive,” from the promises of 1972 to radio aimed at Detroit and Chicago.
Our records are still in basements. Scan them. Share them.
Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=ItCTR4Yl…
There are four ways to live between two cultures. Only one keeps both. Dr. Sophia Isaac at #ARCC26 on what assimilation has meant for Assyrian families. Watch the full lecture: youtube.com/watch?v=X-cQk3Kc…
Want to learn more? Watch the full lecture on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=X-cQk3Kc…
@acfchicago was glad to welcome #Assyrian Clubs from Niles West, Niles North, and CICS Northtown Academy!
We shared our history and programs in fine arts, music, tutoring, and the Ashurbanipal Library.
We love seeing the next generation connect with their heritage.
#Assyria
@acfchicago attended and photographed a community talk on Parkinson’s disease at Mar Sargis Church. Thank you to Dr. Eilrayna Gelyana of Northwestern Medicine for sharing her knowledge with our community.
#ParkinsonsAwareness #AssyrianCommunity
Our students took learning beyond the classroom with a special visit to the University of Chicago’s ISAC Museum!
Students explored ancient #Assyrian artifacts, took part in a hands-on art activity and museum treasure hunt, and enjoyed a guided tour led by Dr. Kiersten Neumann.
We were honored to welcome Ron Sargis and Fred Rustam! Ron served AUAF for 20+ years, including as Executive Director and President. Fred, a City of Mesa engineer, also serves as a Director of the Assyrian Aid Society of America. Always great to welcome community leaders!
Congratulations to Assyrian athlete Luca Yonan on reaching the podium at the 26' IBJJF American National Jiu-Jitsu Championship in his yellow belt debut!
After 3yrs of dedication, Luca continues to make our community proud. ACF is proud to support his journey.
Congrats, Luca!💙
A rare Assyrian Takhsa, believed by the DeKasha family to be nearly 400 years old, has been donated to ACF’s Ashurbanipal Library. Brought to the U.S. in 1928 by Kasha Eshaya, it will now be preserved for future generations. #AssyrianHistory
More than a book. The Takhsa connects the DeKasha family to generations of priestly tradition, their ancestral village of Mazra’a, and the broader history of the Assyrian Christian community.
