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Stay informed with the latest news impacting Iranian Americans. From policy developments and advocacy efforts to cultural milestones and community highlights. Use the search tool below to explore PAAIA’s archive of articles and press releases.
As part of PAAIA’s Congressional Internship Program (CHIP), Iranian American students and young professionals are provided with opportunities to gain firsthand experience in public service and policymaking through internships in […]...
This spring, PAAIA Members gathered in Washington, D.C. for Capitol Hill Days 2026, a multi-day advocacy initiative focused on elevating the voice of the Iranian American community and advancing policies […]...
As part of PAAIA’s Capitol Hill Internship Program (CHIP), students and young professionals have the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in public service while working in congressional offices across the […]...
PAAIA welcomes the introduction of the Iranian Temporary Immigration Relief Act (ITIRA), a targeted legislative proposal led by Rep. Yassamin Ansari to address a growing and urgent challenge facing Iranian nationals […]...
The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA) is deeply concerned by recent statements suggesting the potential mass targeting of Iran’s civilian infrastructure, including power-generating facilities and bridges. We are […]...
On March 30, the Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA), alongside a coalition of Iranian American legal, civic, and community organizations, sent a letter to the Administration urging the […]...
Washington, D.C. — The Iranian American Political Action Committee (IAPAC), the bipartisan political action committee affiliated with the Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA), is proud to endorse Soheila Bana for re-election...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Arya Javidi, Communications Manager Email: [email protected] Phone: (202) 921-6379 Date: March 26, 2026 Washington, DC — The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA) has released i...
On March 23, the Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA), in partnership with FDD Action, led a broad coalition letter to the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee urging swift advancement […]...
The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA) is proud to introduce the Spring 2026 Congressional Internship Program (CHIP) Fellows, Andre Kish and Sam Rafizad. Through the CHIP Fellowship, PAAIA […]...