Jannine Kadri

DEARBORN – U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Dearborn) announced on Thursday that her Dearborn district office will welcome an Arab American caseworker, following the retirement of long-time staff member Shelly Burgor. 

On September 23rd, Jannine Kadri will assume the role of constituent services representative in Dingell’s Dearborn office, where she will oversee immigration casework and manage outreach to the Arab American community and other special projects. 

Kadri most recently served as a legal assistant at Farhat Law in Dearborn and previously worked as an Arabic-English translator at the Arab American Language Institute.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jannine to our team and know that her unique background and skillset will be a huge asset to our district staff team,” Dingell said. “Representing the people of Michigan’s 12th District is our top priority, and we will continue working hard to ensure their voices are heard and issues addressed.”

Kadri said she is excited to be a part of the congresswoman’s staff.

“It is with great enthusiasm that I join Congresswoman Dingell’s team,” she said. “I share her passion for helping people and it is an honor to serve the people of the 12th District.”

Dingell paid tribute to Burgor, who first began serving as a caseworker under former Congressman John Dingell in 2012.

“For years, Shelly has been a steadfast, passionate advocate for our students, seniors and families,” said Dingell. “She tackles every challenge with energy, determination and humor, and her commitment to the people of the 12th District is unmatched.”