Donna Farvard, NIAC · [email protected]

November 17, 2021 at 5:00 PM

NIAC Community Artist Series

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Earlier this week we launched our first ever Community Artist Series. Read on to hear more about the second artist we are spotlighting… Dear John, On Monday we launched the NIAC Community Artist Series. For the next month, we will…

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  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]

November 16, 2021 at 10:00 PM

Gather in honor of Bijan Ghaisar

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Tomorrow, Bijan Ghaisar’s family and friends will commemorate the fourth anniversary of Bijan’s death at a candlelight vigil at the Lincoln Memorial at 6 PM ET Hi John, Tomorrow, Bijan Ghaisar’s family and friends will commemorate …

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  Assal Rad, Senior Research Fellow · [email protected]

November 16, 2021 at 7:00 PM

What we are doing ahead of Vienna talks

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Updating you on our advocacy efforts: Hi there, A lot is happening as the Biden Administration and Iran get ready to resume talks about the restoration of the Iran Nuclear Deal. Our position is that diplomacy is the only long-term,…

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  Donna Farvard, NIAC · [email protected]

November 15, 2021 at 8:15 PM

Introducing the first-ever NIAC Community Artist Series

NIAC - National Iranian American Council We are highlighting artists twice a week for the next month that Dear John, Art and culture are integral to the Iranian-American experience. We at NIAC are so grateful to the artists that performed at our virtual events since the …

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  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]

November 10, 2021 at 9:36 PM

Iran is in the midst of a 6th wave of COVID-19 infections

NIAC - National Iranian American Council This is a major undertaking Hi there - Last month, it was reported that Iran is bracing for a sixth major wave of COVID-19. This is devastating news, especially as Iranian citizens continue to live under “maximum pressure” sanction…

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  Myriam Sabbaghi, NIAC Community Organizer · [email protected]

November 5, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Instagram is suspending Iranian activists & journalists:

NIAC - National Iranian American Council This is nothing new→ Hi John - It's Myriam Sabbaghi, Community Organizer with NIAC. We've heard that Instagram is targeting users of Iranian origin by suspending their accounts. This is really concerning because Instagram is one of…

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  Myriam Sabbaghi, NIAC · [email protected]

November 4, 2021 at 9:30 PM

⚽️ Join our Team Melli Watch Party on November 16th ⚽️

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Special guest Katayoun Khosroyar, Iranian women's national team player and head coach of Iran's Under 19 National Team, will provide expert analysis. Dear John, Don’t miss our upcoming Team Melli watch party on Tuesday, November 16…

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  Ryan Costello, NIAC · [email protected]

November 3, 2021 at 2:00 PM

We must end COVID-19 sanctions on Iran

NIAC - National Iranian American Council NIAC, J Street, Peace Action, and more demand that Biden act now. Dear John, Over the last ten months, NIAC supporters across the country have held over 100 meetings with Members of Congress and their staff. One of the top concerns…

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  Ruby Dehkhagharni, NIAC · [email protected]

October 27, 2021 at 4:15 PM

🎤Last chance to join acclaimed poet Dr. Fatemeh Keshavarz for Open Mic night on October 28!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Join us for a memorable night of Persian poetry from talented NIAC chapter members. Dear John, I just wanted to make sure you'll be joining me tomorrow evening for the NIAC DC Metro Area Chapter’s upcoming Open Mic night on Thursd…

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  Sina Toossi, NIAC · [email protected]

October 26, 2021 at 8:31 PM

Meet our first Community Council ➡️

NIAC - National Iranian American Council We have some exciting news to share. Today, we're proud to launch our first ever Community Council! Dear John, We have some exciting news to share. Today, we're proud to launch our first ever Community Council! NIAC prides itself o…

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  Assal Rad, NIAC · [email protected]

October 25, 2021 at 8:27 PM

Policy update inside →

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Huge news from the White House Hey there – it's Assal with NIAC. The Treasury Department has released their 2021 Sanctions Review, which aimed to list out a series of principles to guide the Biden administration’s use of sanction…

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  Mana Mostatabi, NIAC · [email protected]

October 21, 2021 at 10:31 PM

RE: 🏳️‍🌈 Respect. Engagement. Justice.

NIAC - National Iranian American Council To truly embody NIAC's values of respect, engagement, and justice, we must create space for LGBTQ+ members of our community. Hey John— Just wanted to make sure you saw my email from earlier this week about our panel tomorrow, Frida…

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  Ruby Dehkhagharni, NIAC · [email protected]

October 20, 2021 at 10:01 PM

🎤Join acclaimed poet Dr. Fatemeh Keshavarz for Open Mic night on October 28!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Share your poems and short stories--or simply show-up to listen to some of our talented chapter members. Dear John, It’s Ruby Dehkharghani, NIAC DC Metro Area Leadership Councilmember and one of NIAC’s 40/40 honorees! As you know,…

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  Mana Mostatabi, NIAC · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 10:02 PM

🏳️‍🌈 Respect. Engagement. Justice.

NIAC - National Iranian American Council To truly embody NIAC's values of respect, engagement, and justice, we must create space for LGBTQ+ members of our community. Hi John! I just wanted to make sure you've reserved your spot for our panel on "Navigating Queer Identit…

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  Sina Toossi, NIAC · [email protected]

October 18, 2021 at 6:45 PM

6 years ago

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Time is running out to make an impact. John— Hey— it’s Sina from NIAC. Six years ago was the official adoption of the Iran nuclear deal, known as the JCPOA. It was the most significant non-proliferation accord ever signed which pu…

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  Assal Rad, NIAC · [email protected]

October 16, 2021 at 2:02 PM

🏳️‍🌈 Join me on Oct 22 to explore queer identity and the Iranian-American community

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Though we have made great strides in the U.S. towards protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, the topic is still too often overlooked in the Iranian-American community. Dear John, While Pride month has become a widely-celebr…

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  Ladan Manteghi, NIAC · [email protected]

October 15, 2021 at 7:30 PM

Just a few more hours!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Have you sent in your application yet? Hey John -- I wanted to remind you that there is still time to submit your application for the NIAC Action Board. We mentioned this a few weeks back, but this is an opportunity for you to take…

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  NIAC Newsletter · [email protected]

October 14, 2021 at 6:15 PM

A new effort to combat sanctions, exploring queer identity in the Iranian-American community, and more!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Here's this week's newsletter from NIAC!  Advancing Peace & Diplomacy  Pressure Mounts on President Biden to Support Internet Freedom in Iran  As reports break that the Iranian government is increasing its grip over the intern…

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  Myriam Sabbaghi, NIAC · [email protected]

October 14, 2021 at 4:07 PM

🎤Join acclaimed poet Dr. Fatemeh Keshavarz for Open Mic night on October 28!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Join award-winning author Adib Khorram for NIAC’s Open Mic night on Sunday, September 26th! Dear John, We’re well into autumn, and our Open Mics are going strong!  That’s why I’m excited to invite you to NIAC’s Open Mic Night on T…

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  Kat Khosrowyar, NIAC · [email protected]

October 11, 2021 at 6:01 PM

Join me tomorrow as Team Melli and South Korea go head-to-head! ⚽

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Are you joining me for NIAC's watch party tomorrow morning? Hi John, I just wanted to make sure you'll be joining me tomorrow morning to watch Team Melli go head-to-head with South Korea in a must-win World Cup Qualifying match!  …

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  Myriam Sabbaghi, NIAC · [email protected]

October 6, 2021 at 6:15 PM

Time to break out that Team Melli gear! ⚽

NIAC - National Iranian American Council We're thrilled to welcome our very special guest Katayoun Khosroyar, Iranian women's national team player and head coach of Iran's Under 19 National Team. Dear John, Team Melli is back! On Tuesday, October 12th Team Melli will go …

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  Mayor Pro Tempore Sepi Shyne · [email protected]

October 4, 2021 at 4:30 PM

We’re on a winning streak 🔥

NIAC - National Iranian American Council You helped me make history. John - Last month, I was proud to be sworn in as Mayor Pro Tempore for the City of West Hollywood! The swearing ceremony, which took place on Zoom, was an enormous experience that I am so grateful you a…

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  Nilofar Ganjaie, NIAC · [email protected]

September 30, 2021 at 4:15 PM

12 hours and counting ⏰

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Chip in now to help us stay on track. John - It’s Nilofar—NIAC’s Deputy Executive Director. I wanted to keep you updated on where we stand before the end of this quarter. Our team is falling behind on our Q3 goals and we are clos…

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  Jamal Abdi · [email protected]

September 29, 2021 at 8:45 PM

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NIAC - National Iranian American Council We can’t risk falling behind now Hey, It’s Jamal, President of NIAC. I wanted to write you a quick note as we approach the final days before our quarterly fundraising deadline. As you know, NIAC has been working overtime advocating…

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  NIAC Newsletter · [email protected]

September 22, 2021 at 10:04 PM

The US and Iran take the UN stage, a big win in California, and more!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Here's this week's newsletter from us at NIAC!  Advancing Peace & Diplomacy  U.S. and Iran Take the Stage at the UN General Assembly We applaud President Biden’s announcement that the U.S. will seek a major new global vaccinat…

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  Masoud Loghmani, NIAC · [email protected]

September 20, 2021 at 10:30 PM

Have you read our report on internet freedom?

NIAC - National Iranian American Council It’s time to restore internet freedom to the Iranian people. John, It’s Masoud, we were in touch a couple months ago. I’m on the Board of NIAC, and wanted to reach out about our much anticipated report on internet freedom in Iran.…

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  Myriam Sabbaghi, NIAC · [email protected]

September 15, 2021 at 6:17 PM

🎤 You’re Invited: Join us on September 26th for NIAC Open Mic Night!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council As always, you're welcome to share your own poems and short stories, or simply show-up Hi John, Our local NIAC chapters have been hosting a series of exciting cultural events this year, and we’ve got more in the bag!  Make sure to …

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  Assal Rad, NIAC · [email protected]

September 13, 2021 at 8:35 PM

Our stories matter, so let's share them

NIAC - National Iranian American Council We need your voices Dear John, I've been reading through some of your responses to our Iranian-American civil rights report survey and they are powerful. Though not surprising, it raises a lot of emotions to read first-hand stori…

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  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]

September 11, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Ending America’s longest war

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Biden ended an endless war in Afghanistan 20 years after it was started. John, On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, it feels apt to email you about the significance of President Biden ending America’s longest war — 20 years after it s…

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  NIAC Newsletter · [email protected]

September 9, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Internet freedom in Iran, California's recall election, and more!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Here's this week's newsletter from us at NIAC!  Advancing Peace & Diplomacy  The Impact of U.S. Sanctions on Internet Access in Iran The United States has long maintained sanctions that prevent U.S.-based companies from doin…

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  Team NIAC · [email protected]

September 2, 2021 at 9:28 PM

The Collective for Black Iranians Presents: Hasteem, We Are Here

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Check it out ➡️ Hi John, Tomorrow, Friday, September 3rd, 2021 The Collective for Black Iranians, an organization dedicated to amplifying Black & Afro Iranian voices, will be presenting Hasteem: We are Here their first art exhi…

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  Ryan Costello, NIAC · [email protected]

August 25, 2021 at 6:01 PM

New Report: U.S. Sanctions are Blocking Internet Freedom in Iran

NIAC - National Iranian American Council The U.S. has an obligation to make sure its sanctions are not reinforcing the Iranian government’s ability to silence its population John --  Today, NIAC released a new report entitled "The Impact of U.S. Sanctions on Internet Acc…

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  NIAC Newsletter · [email protected]

August 20, 2021 at 5:01 PM

Share your #SanctionsStory, supporting Afghan refugees, and more!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Here's this week's newsletter from us at NIAC!  Advancing Peace & Diplomacy    NIAC Joins Afghans for A Better Tomorrow to Urge Increased U.S. Support for Refugees This week, NIAC partnered with Afghans for a Better Tomorrow…

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  Myriam Sabbaghi · [email protected]

August 17, 2021 at 9:45 PM

🎤You’re Invited: Join us on August 26th for NIAC Open Mic Night!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Hosted by NIAC Los Angeles, the event will feature writer and translator Parisa Saranj, who will kick off the event with a reading of her memoir about growing up in 1990s Iran. Dear John, Summer may be coming to close, but our Ope…

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  Kevin Amirehsani, NIAC Colorado · [email protected]

August 9, 2021 at 10:00 PM

Join NIAC Colorado for an Evening of Iranian Music and Dance!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council NIAC Colorado is excited to showcase the beautiful culture of Iran through song and dance. Dear John, NIAC Colorado is excited to showcase the beautiful culture of Iran through song and dance. That’s why you’re cordially invited t…

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  NIAC Newsletter · [email protected]

August 6, 2021 at 9:10 PM

Ebrahim Raisi's Inauguration, Celebrating Iranian Olympians, and more!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Here's this week's newsletter from us at NIAC!  Advancing Peace & Diplomacy  Sanders, Murphy, and Lee Seek Major Overhaul of National Security Powers In January 2020, Iranians and Americans held their breath as news broke that…

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  Team NIAC · [email protected]

August 4, 2021 at 11:35 PM

Celebrating Iranian Athletes at the 2020 Olympics 🏅

NIAC - National Iranian American Council The Summer Olympics present the perfect opportunity for Iranian athletes to show what they can do on the international stage Dear John, With only a few days left in the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics, NIAC has got you covered with a re…

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  Kevin Amirehsani, NIAC Colorado · [email protected]

August 2, 2021 at 10:01 PM

Join NIAC Colorado for an Evening of Iranian Music and Dance!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council You’re cordially invited to join us! Dear John,  NIAC Colorado is excited to showcase the beautiful culture of Iran through song and dance! As such you're invited to join NIAC Colorado for an evening of Iranian & Middle Eastern…

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  Team NIAC · [email protected]

July 23, 2021 at 8:05 PM

Re: The Diversity Visa: Your Questions Answered

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Following up on this urgent issue, John: Hi John, Did you see Ryan’s email? The Diversity Visa program, which targets immigrants from counties with historically low immigration rates to the United States, is in jeopardy. Each year,…

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  NIAC Newsletter · [email protected]

July 22, 2021 at 8:30 PM

Diversity Visas explained, Iran’s water protests, the latest with the nuclear deal & more!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Here's this week's newsletter from us at NIAC!  Equitable Immigration  The Diversity Visa: Your Questions Answered Trump and his Muslim ban are gone, but the damaging impact lingers on for many. This includes thousands of individu…

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  Ryan Costello, NIAC · [email protected]

July 21, 2021 at 6:01 PM

The Diversity Visa: Your Questions Answered

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Trump and his Muslim ban are gone, but the damaging impact lingers on for many. John, Trump and his Muslim ban are gone, but the damaging impact lingers on for many. This includes thousands of individuals selected for diversity vi…

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  Masoud Loghmani, NIAC Board Member · [email protected]

July 14, 2021 at 5:15 PM

I don’t think we’ve met yet, John

NIAC - National Iranian American Council 👋👋👋 Hi John,  I don’t think we’ve had the chance to meet yet - I’m Masoud Loghmani, NIAC's newest board member.  The continued strain on the U.S.-Iran relations and the constant news of human rights violations in Iran can be so fru…

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  Myriam Sabbaghi, NIAC · [email protected]

July 8, 2021 at 10:30 PM

🎤Join us for our another NIAC Open Mic Night this Thursday, July 15th!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Join us as we highlight female-identified authors! Dear John --  Our NIAC Open Mic night last month was a big success! We laughed, we cried, and most importantly, we celebrated our community and culture during these challenging tim…

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  Ladan Manteghi, NIAC · [email protected]

July 2, 2021 at 7:30 PM

Thank you, John

NIAC - National Iranian American Council We can’t afford another missed deadline Hi John,  A few days ago, I reached out to you to ask for your help in meeting NIAC’s quarterly fundraising goal, and I couldn’t have been more excited to receive such thoughtful responses: …

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  NIAC Newsletter · [email protected]

July 1, 2021 at 8:15 PM

Debriefing Iran’s election, advancing human rights via diplomacy, and more!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Here's this week's newsletter from us at NIAC!  Advancing Peace & Diplomacy  Diplomacy remains the only viable path to improve human rights in Iran Jamal Abdi & Sina Toossi for Newsweek After years of bearing the brunt o…

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  Ladan Manteghi, NIAC · [email protected]

June 25, 2021 at 5:35 PM

I don’t think we’ve met yet, John

NIAC - National Iranian American Council It’s nice to officially meet you! I’m Ladan, chair of the board here at NIAC. Hi John, It’s nice to officially meet you! I’m Ladan, chair of the board here at NIAC. I’m so incredibly lucky to be part of this movement to give our c…

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  Mana Mostatabi, NIAC · [email protected]

June 24, 2021 at 6:12 PM

You can help save a life, John

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Help make a difference for one very inspiring member of our community Dear John, I'm reaching out to our community today to ask if you can help make a difference in the life of one of our own: Dr. Shahin Nouri. Shahin is a neurol…

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  Assal Rad, NIAC · [email protected]

June 21, 2021 at 9:15 PM

Join me Thursday, June 24th for a Webinar on Iran’s Election & the JCPOA

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Make sure to RSVP today! Dear John -- Even before President Biden took office in January, advocates of peace and diplomacy adamantly pushed the United States to return to the Iran nuclear deal. With the Biden administration’s slow …

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  Team NIAC · [email protected]

June 20, 2021 at 8:01 PM

Re: Join us Monday, June 21st to debrief Iran's presidential elections

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Make sure to RSVP today! John -- In case you missed it, we wanted to remind you about NIAC’s upcoming panel, Iran After the Rouhani Presidency: Debriefing the June 18 Election, happening tomorrow Monday, June 21st at 11am ET. Make …

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  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]

June 19, 2021 at 1:55 PM

A note on the results of Iran’s elections

NIAC - National Iranian American Council The ascension of Raisi to the presidency will be widely viewed as a victory for hardliners in Iran and the U.S. who seek confrontation over conciliation between the U.S. and Iran. John -- The ascension of Raisi to the presidency w…

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