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12/14/2025

NAAMA and JAPA Formalize Institutional Partnership to Advance Global Health and Medical Collaboration

The National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) and the Jordanian American Physician Association (JAPA) have signed an Institutional Partnership Agreement, reaffirming their shared commitment to advancing public health, medical education, advocacy, and international cooperation.

The agreement was formally executed by Dr. Raed Al-Naser, President of NAAMA, and Dr. Maen Hussein, President of JAPA, during a leadership gathering held alongside the Council of Presidents Inaugural Meeting in Washington, DC. This milestone partnership establishes a structured framework for sustained collaboration between the two organizations in the United States and abroad.

Under the agreement, NAAMA and JAPA will jointly:

Develop educational and professional initiatives
Expand pathways for international medical graduates from Arab universities to access training opportunities in the U.S.
Collaborate on efforts to strengthen healthcare systems and promote the highest standards of clinical excellence

By aligning their missions, expertise, and resources, both organizations aim to create meaningful opportunities for their members, support underserved communities, and advance impactful medical, educational, and humanitarian initiatives globally.

NAAMA and JAPA look forward to a dynamic and productive partnership that fosters innovation, collaboration, and long-term progress in healthcare and medical education.

About NAAMA

Established in 1975, the National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) is a professional and philanthropic organization dedicated to empowering Arab American healthcare professionals and advancing the well-being of Arab American communities through education, service, and advocacy.

About JAPA

The Jordanian American Physician Association (JAPA) is a professional organization committed to supporting Jordanian American physicians and healthcare professionals while promoting initiatives that enhance healthcare delivery, medical education, and humanitarian assistance for Jordanian communities in the United States and globally.

12/14/2025

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Washington, DC – December 13, 2025

NAAMA Leads Collaborative Humanitarian Effort in Partnership with Global Health Relief Initiative

The National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) proudly played a leading role in the inaugural Council of Presidents and Humanitarian Coalition Meeting, held on December 13 in Washington, DC. In partnership with the Global Health Relief Initiative (GHRI), NAAMA convened presidents and senior leaders from organizations across humanitarian, health, educational, and community-focused fields to foster long-term collaboration.

This landmark gathering marked a critical step toward creating a sustained platform for coordinated action. Together, NAAMA and GHRI guided discussions to:

Identify areas of shared mission and mutual interest
Open dialogue on strategic coordination among organizations
Explore opportunities for joint influence and collective impact
Establish a framework for ongoing communication, engagement, and follow-up

NAAMA’s leadership ensured the meeting emphasized relationship-building, alignment, and shared understanding, laying the foundation for future working groups, collaborative initiatives, and actionable strategies in 2026.

The Council of Presidents is envisioned as a standing, evolving forum through which organizations can work together to advance shared humanitarian, health, educational, and community-focused goals. NAAMA is honored to spearhead this initiative alongside GHRI and looks forward to supporting the continued growth and impact of this collaborative platform.

11/16/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Houston, Texas — November 15, 2025

NAAMA and SAPA Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Shared Mission in Healthcare and Community Service

The National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) and the Sudanese American Physician Association (SAPA) are proud to announce the signing of an Institutional Partnership Agreement, marking a significant milestone in both organizations’ commitment to elevating public health, medical education, advocacy, and international collaboration.

The agreement was officially signed by Dr. Nidal Moukaddam, President-Elect of NAAMA, and Dr. Yasir Elamin, President of SAPA, during SAPA’s 7th Annual General Assembly in Houston, Texas. This strategic collaboration aims to strengthen the professional, educational, and humanitarian efforts of both associations in the United States and globally.

Together, NAAMA and SAPA will collaborate on educational initiatives, conferences, humanitarian missions, and advocacy for marginalized and underserved populations. This partnership underscores both organizations’ dedication to promoting diversity, inclusion, innovation, and equity in medicine.

Both NAAMA and SAPA look forward to leveraging their shared goals and resources to benefit their members, uplift communities, and advance impactful medical initiatives.

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About NAAMA

The National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) is a nonprofit, nonpolitical professional and educational organization committed to advancing the medical and health professions and serving Arab American communities through leadership, volunteerism, and advocacy.

About SAPA

The Sudanese American Physician Association (SAPA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of Sudanese communities globally through professional development, collaboration, and humanitarian projects.

For Media Inquiries:
NAAMA: naama@naama.com
SAPA: sapa@sapa-usa.org

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NAAMA DC convention speakers put on a show this past weekend!

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