Mr. Abed Ayoub, Esq. serves as ADC National Executive Director. Ayoub previously served as the ADC National Legal and Policy Director, a position he held from 2011-2022. As National Executive Director Ayoub is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the organization and works with the National Board of Directors to develop and implement strategies that will continue the growth of ADC in the years to come.
Throughout his career Ayoub has worked to address issues impacting Arabs and Muslims in the United States, including matters related to discrimination, immigration, hate crimes, surveillance, and profiling. Under his leadership the ADC Legal Department has successfully assisted and provided pro bono support to thousands of impacted community members across the country.
Ayoub regularly advocates on behalf of the community with lawmakers and government agencies, and also works to enhance the community’s economic empowerment, and access to education. He is a regular commentator on national and international media and has developed a strong reputation for his commitment to social justice and access to justice for all.
Ayoub was born and raised in Dearborn, Michigan. He currently resides in Washington, D.C. with his wife Meriana Ayoub, and their two daughters, Izzy and Lily Ayoub. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan, and the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in 2005.
