Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans

The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, nonsectarian organization based in Washington, DC that specializes in advancing the interests and visibility of the Iranian American community through strategic public affairs work. Operating at the intersection of policy advocacy and community engagement, PAAIA works directly with U.S. policymakers and the American public to educate them about Iranian American contributions, cultural heritage, and key community concerns. The organization expands opportunities for active participation of Iranian Americans in the democratic process at all levels of government and public debate, ensuring the community's voice is heard in policy discussions that affect them. PAAIA operates through multiple strategic channels, including The PAAIA Fund, which focuses on educating policymakers and the general public about Iranian American issues, and IAPAC, its connected political action committee that promotes candidates supporting Iranian American interests and helps elect Iranian American candidates to political office. The organization is committed to positioning the next generation of Iranian Americans for success through mentorship, networking opportunities, and advancement programs. By fostering greater understanding between the people of Iran and the United States, PAAIA serves as an influential voice for the Iranian American community in Washington, DC, while building collaborative networks that strengthen the community's role as an important constituency in American civic life.