Versiti, I.M.A.M. and Who is Hussain Michigan partner to support Arabic-speaking blood donors

Community Unity Blood Drive: A First for Arabic-Speaking Donors

Versiti, the Imam Mahdi Association of Marjaeya (I.M.A.M.), and Who is Hussain Michigan are working together to help Arabic-speaking community members feel more informed, comfortable, and welcome when donating blood.

At the Community Unity Blood Drive on Sunday, Aug. 23, Arabic-language translation support will be available to help donors understand and navigate the donation process. The drive will be the first to offer full translation support as part of a pilot effort in the Dearborn community.

Our partnership also includes a Muslim Community Cultural Awareness Guide developed by I.M.A.M. to help Versiti team members better understand Islamic beliefs, cultural practices, and communication considerations. The goal is simple: to ensure all donors are met with respect, understanding, and clear information throughout their experience.

This work grew from listening to community members and identifying the practical barriers that can make blood donation harder to navigate. We hope this collaboration can offer a model for what is possible when community organizations and blood centers listen to one another, build understanding across cultures, and work together in service of others. By creating a more welcoming donation experience, we can help more people take part in the shared mission of providing blood for patients who need it.

Sunday, August 23, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. EDT
Islamic Institute of America, Main Hall
700 N. Beech Daly Road
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

All are invited to be part of this meaningful first step. Make an appointment to donate and help us create a more welcoming donation experience for all.