Government Agencies and Programs
The Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission's vision is to be an exemplary commission by adding public value to the State of Michigan and the APA community, by fully engaging APAs across the state
The Commission strives to market the state's career development services to Michigan Hispanics, encourage initiatives to reduce the high school dropout rates of Hispanic youth, and facilitate efforts to increase the enrollment of Hispanics in postsecondary education and training programs
The Michigan Immigrant and Refugee Council passionately embraces diversity, recognizing and celebrating the profound strength immigrants and refugees bring to the vibrant tapestry of Michigan. The council is unwavering in its dedication to cultivating a warm, inclusive environment that extends a heartfelt welcome to individuals from diverse backgrounds who have chosen Michigan as their new home.
The Michigan LGBTQ+ Commission, stands as a beacon of advocacy, inclusion and celebration for Michigan's diverse LGBTQ+ community. The commission's charge is to ensure equal representation, amplify voices and foster a state where everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, feels affirmed and valued.
The 15-member council will advise the department on issues relating to the Arab and Chaldean communities in Michigan and promote awareness of their culture and history
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April is Arab American Heritage Month, and we are celebrating by highlighting influential Michiganders who have made significant contributions to communities across our state.
Fay Beydoun, Executive Director of the Arab American Chamber of Commerce, believes in empowering entrepreneurs and significant minority business communities. Having grown up in Dearborn as an immigrant and daughter of a Lebanese family, she has mobilized and directed thousands of volunteers for various causes — social, political and economic — as part of her strong belief in giving back to her community. The Arab American Chamber of Commerce has more than 1,500 members. The Chamber is also an important business and trade link between the United States and the Middle East, with a current goal of making Michigan a hub of trade for the MENA region.
Beydoun also serves on the Executive Committee of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, as Trustee for the Commission on Middle Eastern American Affairs and was appointed to the East Michigan District Export Council.
Among her numerous accolades, she received the Michigan Women’s Foundation “Top 25 Women Making a Difference” Award and has been named one of the 100 Most Influential Women in Crain’s Detroit Business Magazine multiple times.
Fay Beydoun represents much of what the Arab American community offers Michigan — economic prosperity through community development.
