Seattle City Council recognizes Norooz and affirms support for the Iranian people!
The Seattle City Council has officially recognized Norooz and affirmed a commitment to uplift the voices of courageous Iranian women and men, and support the ongoing movement of Woman, Life, Freedom.
Chicago City Council recognizes Norooz & the Iranian people standing up to authoritarianism for women’s rights & freedom.
The Chicago City Council has officially recognized Norooz and recognized the people of Iran, who have continued to stand up to authoritarianism and promote women’s rights and freedom.
Denver City Council recognizes Norooz and affirms support for the Iranian people!
The Council of the City and County of Denver has officially recognized Norooz and affirmed support for the Iranian people engaged in peaceful protest for their fundamental rights. The CO State House also read our tribute on Norooz on Monday, March 20.
Santa Monica Stands with Iranian Women: Congratulations to our LA Chapter for Tireless Organizing
The Santa Monica City Council has recognized the bravery of the Iranian people, especially Iranian women, who have been risking their lives to protest against an oppressive and corrupt regime. We will continue to work with American civic leaders on productive legislation to stand in solidarity with the Iranian people.
Colorado Stands with Iranian Women: Congratulations to our CO Chapter for Tireless Organizing
The State of Colorado has recognized the bravery of the Iranian people, especially Iranian women, who have been risking their lives to protest against an oppressive and corrupt regime. We will continue to work with American civic leaders to stand in solidarity with the Iranian people in their quest for a free and democratic society.
Urge the Texas State Senate Affairs Committee to VOTE NO on SB 147
We must mobilize to stop this nativist legislation from seeing the light of day. Take action now by calling Texas State Affairs Committee Offices>>
FAQs on Texas Bill SB 147
Read our talking points here. This racist bill needs to be defeated the way any bill is defeated – by mobilizing the public and forcing legislators to vote against it or remove the provisions targeting property bans at citizens.
NIAC statement on “Baraye” being honored with the Grammy Song For Social Change Award.
A moving tribute to Shervin Hajipour and all of the Iranians who have been suffering, as his song “Baraye” was honored with the Grammy Awards’ inaugural Song For Social Change Special Merit Award presented by First Lady Jill Biden.
NIAC Statement on Biden’s MENA Category Recommendations
The Biden administration is proposing major changes to forms for the 2030 census and federal government surveys. This includes the adoption of a new Middle Eastern and North African category on the Census.
Call Texas Governor Greg Abbott out on ban on Iranians from owning property
Texas Governor Abbott has announced that he plans on signing legislation banning Iranians from owning property in his state. We must mobilize to stop this legislation from seeing the light of day. Take action now by calling his office>>
Thank you for your generous support.
I want to take a brief moment to thank you for supporting NIAC with your contribution in 2022 and helping us hit our budgetary needs. The end of last year was certainly full of turbulence and division within the Iranian-American community, but we were able to hit our end of year fundraising goals thanks […]
NIAC Policy Recommendations in Response to Nationwide Protests
The National Iranian American Council sent the following letter to the Biden Administration detailing several important steps to show solidarity with the people of Iran as they challenge their nation’s mandatory hijab laws and the state’s brutal repression.