Jenin Younes

advocate

Jenin Younes is the president of the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee, a civil rights organization focused on defending the rights of Arab Americans and promoting social justice. She has been actively involved in advocating for press freedom and civil liberties, particularly in the context of government actions that target journalists. Recently, she spoke out regarding the seizure of journalist Max Blumenthal's cellphones by U.S. border patrol agents, highlighting concerns over the implications for privacy and the rights of reporters. Younes emphasizes the importance of protecting journalists from government overreach, especially in light of potential attempts to uncover their sources and personal communications.