Iranian-American Community of Maryland

The Iranian-American Community of Maryland is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to civic engagement and advocacy serving the Columbia, MD area and throughout Maryland. IAC-MD organizes community events and actively engages with state and national officials to promote democratic values, human rights, and cultural understanding. The organization works collaboratively with human rights organizations, religious leaders, and community organizers to advance bridge-building initiatives and foster civic responsibility among Iranian-American residents. IAC-MD focuses on educating local and national policy-makers and media outlets on issues of critical importance to the Iranian-American community. The organization encourages active participation in the democratic process and advocates for values including gender equality, religious and ethnic tolerance, and social justice. As part of a broader grassroots movement, IAC-MD is affiliated with the Organization of Iranian-American Communities-US (OIAC), which represents over 40 Iranian-American communities across various states. Through strategic partnerships and community organizing, IAC-MD works to promote secular, democratic principles while advancing human rights advocacy. The organization serves as a vital resource for Iranian-Americans in Columbia and the surrounding Maryland region seeking to engage meaningfully in civic and political processes while maintaining connection to their cultural heritage and advocating for progressive values both locally and nationally.