Nominations for Iranian-American Hero Recognition

Dear Iranian-American Community Members,

As part of the upcoming Iranian-American Pioneers (IAP) Summit, we are honored to recognize individuals whose actions, leadership, or courage have made a meaningful and positive impact on the Iranian-American community. We invite nominations for the Iranian-American Hero Recognition to be featured during the Summit.

Nominations may be submitted either by the individual themselves (self-nomination) or by someone wishing to recognize another person. We welcome nominations from all fields and backgrounds, including academia, industry, entrepreneurship, public service, advocacy, arts, community leadership, or quiet acts of service, where the nominee’s actions have demonstrated integrity, resilience, compassion, or leadership in ways that have positively influenced others.

Each nomination should include:

A brief background of the nominee
A description of the context and nature of the individual’s heroic act(s) or contributions
An explanation of how these actions have impacted the Iranian-American community

“Heroism” in this context is interpreted broadly. It may reflect a single courageous act, sustained service over time, leadership during challenging circumstances, or efforts that uplift, empower, or bring visibility to the community.

Selected honorees will be recognized during the IAP Summit as part of our collective effort to celebrate the values, contributions, and shared strength of the Iranian-American community.

We encourage you to consider nominating yourself or someone whose story deserves to be recognized and shared. Please use the below form to submit your nomination:

Iranian-American Hero Nomination Form

Full Name (Nominator)

Email Address (Nominator)

Phone (Nominator)

Relationship to Nominee

Full Name (Nominee)

Preferred Pronouns (optional)

Phone Number (Nominee)

City, State of Residence (Nominee)

Primary Field or Area of Impact

Other (please specify)

Brief Background of the Nominee (Suggested length: 150–300 words). Education, profession, community involvement, or relevant life context.

Description of Heroic Act(s) or Contributions Context and Nature of the Nominee’s Actions (Suggested length: 300–500 words). What did the nominee do? Over what time period? Under what circumstances or challenges?

Community Impact Statement (Suggested length: 200–400 words). How did these actions positively influence individuals, institutions, or the broader community? Did the nominee demonstrate leadership, resilience, integrity, courage, or compassion?