International Association of Sufism

The International Association of Sufism (IAS), a California non-profit, humanitarian organization and a United Nations NGO/DPI, was founded in 1983 to create and provide a global forum for a continuing dialogue amongst Sufis, scholars, interfaith leaders, poets and artists from diverse cultures, nations and schools; to bring together Sufi principles and scientific understanding; and to promote equality and human rights.

Dr. Shah Nazar Dr. Ali Kianfar & Dr. Nahid Angha, Cofounders and Co-directors of IAS

A new series of classes on understanding the Qur’an have been scheduled and registration is available here.

The Annual Inspirational Dinner, a gathering of many spiritual leaders, human rights advocates and academia, was indeed a wonderful and successful event, and our report is here.

Inspiration: Lights of Stillness
is a unique offering in spiritual literature in the genre of Khalil Gibran’s Prophet. Its forty Reflections provide insight into many of the existential challenges confronting modernity. More information here.

40 Days Annual retreat. Save the date: January 28-30, 2022. More information coming soon.