We’ve created this action hub to track everything happening on the ground and the actions we’re taking here at home to support them. We recognize that this is a defining moment for our community and we are moved by the bravery, resiliency, and courage on display for the international community.
These events have demonstrated why it’s so important that we have focused, relentless, organized advocacy that helps our loved ones on the ground. That’s why NIAC is redoubling our work to educate the public, organize our members, and ensure that U.S. policymakers take actions that uplift the cause of human rights and dignity. Here’s what you can do to help.
This morning, the Department of Treasury heeded the calls of our community to enhance internet freedom in Iran at a critical time when people are in the streets demanding justice for the killing of Mahsa (Jhina) Amini.
NIAC is redoubling our work to educate the public, organize our members, and ensure that U.S. policymakers take actions that uplift the cause of human rights and dignity. Here’s what we’re doing.
Read our latest reports on human rights as protests continue in Iran and across the world. Sign up for NIAC’s Human Rights Tracker emails to get these reports in your inbox.
In response to disturbing developments in Iran, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan released an official statement yesterday from the White House, condemning the Islamic Republic’s
NIAC condemns all forms of state-sponsored violence against protesters and urges the Islamic Republic to uphold its obligations under international law to honor the people’s rights of freedom of speech and assembly, including by unconditionally releasing Yassin and Salehi. Furthermore, we urge the international community to take measures that hold Iranian officials accountable for their egregious human rights violations. It is the responsibility of all countries that respect human rights to condemn and investigate the atrocities perpetrated. Finally, we must amplify the voices of the Iranian people and support their movement for democracy and freedom.
In a deeply concerning development, Iranian lawmakers are pushing for the Judiciary to enact severe sentences—including executions—against those imprisoned amid recent protests following the killing
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