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

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.

Women’s Wisdom in Action: Luncheon presentation with Janet King, September 14, 2019. The report from the previous luncheon has been published.

The 2019 Sacred Music Festival was held on May 3; more information is available here.

The Interplay of Psychology and Spirituality was held on July 27, 2019. Information on this event is available here.