
Areas of Work
From being the trusted voice on U.S.- Iran relations, to pushing forth legislation that protects individuals of Iranian heritage from systematic discrimination, to celebrating our cultural heritage, NIAC creates a lasting impact in the lives of the members of our community.
Advancing Peace & Diplomacy
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Advocating for Equitable Immigration
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Protecting Civil Rights
America’s founders enshrined the inalienable rights of all people in our Constitution and Americans have fought for generations to secure and protect those rights. Read more ›
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Spotlighting Human Rights
Raising up the struggles faced by Iranian human rights defenders and holding the Iranian government to international human rights standards is essential to building a future in which the U.S. and Iran enjoy positive relations. NIAC consistently condemns human rights violations by Iran’s government and calls for all prisoners of conscience to be released. Read more ›
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Celebrating Community & Culture
NIAC takes immense pride in the rich tapestry that makes up the Iranian-American community and culture. Our heritage provides us common ground to grow as a community as we trailblaze in the U.S. Read more ›
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Building Political Power
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Support Our Work
NIAC is funded by the Iranian-American community and prominent American foundations. NIAC does not receive funds from the United States government nor from the Iranian government.
Contributions made to NIAC are 100% tax-deductible. Contributions made to NIAC Action are not tax-deductible.
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29 Organizations Urge Passage of Amendment on Humanitarian Impact of Sanctions in this Year’s NDAA
Washington, DC – 29 organizations called on the Senate today to pass a key amendment, introduced by Representative Chuy Garcia’s (IL-04) and passed by the
Vienna talks reach “final text,” Mousavi statement controversy, & more
The Vienna talks have resumed for the first time since March, with some Western officials saying a deal must be reached by this weekend. Meanwhile, severe flooding has led to many deaths and damage to infrastructure across Iran. Iranian authorities are also increasing persecution of members of the Bahai faith.
Vienna Talks Restart, Flooding across Iran, & more
The Vienna talks have resumed for the first time since March, with some Western officials saying a deal must be reached by this weekend. Meanwhile, severe flooding has led to many deaths and damage to infrastructure across Iran. Iranian authorities are also increasing persecution of members of the Bahai faith.