American Muslims film, image courtesy Mafaz Al-Suwaidan

AAAS doctoral candidate Mafaz Al-Suwaidan Produces PBS Series

AAAS doctoral candidate Mafaz Al-Suwaidan is a writer and producer of American Muslims: A History Revealed, a Webby-nominated PBS series exploring the early history of Muslims in the United States. Originally released online to an audience of over 3.5 million viewers, the series will air nationally on PBS World Channel and PBS stations beginning May 2, as part of the national America250 conversation. 

The series uncovers stories that challenge and expand our understanding of American history, tracing Muslim presence from the early days of slavery through the 20th century. Learn more and follow updates on Instagram at @AmericanMuslimsFilm. Watch the series on PBS.