Arab-American Family Support Center
About Arab-American Family Support Center
For over 30 years, the Arab-American Family Support Center has been a trusted anchor in the Brooklyn, NY community, founded by and for Arab-Americans while remaining open and welcoming to all. AAFSC's mission centers on creating a just and inclusive society where every immigrant has the opportunity to thrive and fully participate in American life. The organization recognizes families as the foundation of community strength, offering holistic, multigenerational support that honors the cultural nuances, traditions, customs, and religious practices of those served.
What sets AAFSC apart is its deep commitment to cultural competency and representation. Leadership and staff reflect the communities they serve, bringing authentic understanding and lived experience to their work. This community-centered approach means that support extends far beyond basic services—AAFSC helps families navigate government benefits, secure affordable housing, prepare for citizenship, access mental health counseling, and strengthen family bonds through parenting workshops and youth programs that provide safe spaces for young people to share experiences and succeed academically.
As an explicitly anti-racist organization, AAFSC stands against all forms of oppression including racism, colorism, classism, homophobia, xenophobia, sexism, and ableism. The organization actively joins solidarity movements with the Black Lives Matter movement, LGBTQIA+ communities, and all those experiencing marginalization. Operating across Brooklyn and New York, AAFSC demonstrates that culturally specific, community-led organizations can provide transformative support while advancing racial, gender, restorative, and immigrant justice for vulnerable populations.