09/14/2026
Habayeb Media Network covered the MENASA Group’s Second Annual Summit 2026 in Sugar Land, Texas, a two-day event that brought together leaders and professionals from healthcare, medical research, academia, government, and clinical research. The summit focused on strengthening representation, advancing research excellence and innovation, promoting health equity, and creating meaningful collaboration among MENASA communities and major institutions across the United States.
The event featured prominent voices from organizations such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Arab Hospitals Federation, and the Texas Medical Board. It also received official recognition through a proclamation from the Mayor of Sugar Land and a State of Texas declaration presented by Congressman Dr. Suleman Lalani.
The summit concluded with an elegant gala honoring outstanding leaders from the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia for their achievements, leadership, and commitment to creating opportunities for their communities. Throughout the summit, Habayeb Media Network documented important moments and interviewed speakers, leaders, and participants, highlighting their perspectives on healthcare, research, innovation, representation, and the future of MENASA communities in the United States.