Iranian-American Democrats (BAIAD)
Together with Supervisor Lee and the rest of the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors, we celebrated Nowruz by witnessing the following proclamation:
Upcoming Event: Inside California Politics - Senate Debate
Democratic senate candidates Rep. Katie Porter, Rep. Barbara Lee, and Rep. Adam Schiff
NYTimes Article: Takeaways from the Senate Debate in California (Link)
Saturday, March 11, 2023 AT 11:00 AM PDT
International Women's Day Panel Discussion:
Join Councilmember Rebeca Armendariz for a panel discussion about International Women's Day, and modern women's struggles from around the world. Free admission. Light Refreshments provided.
Friday, August 26, 2022 AT 06:00 PM PDT
برنامه اى از صداى زنان براى تغيير در بزرگداشت روز برابرى زنان
Voices of Women for Change presents:
Women’s Equality Day event, Aug 26, 2022
(Lecture in Persian)
پيامد هاى لغو قانون حق سقط جنين در امريكا: زن ستيزى عريان توسط دادگاه عالى امريكا
ميزگردى با زنان فعال ايرانى و كنشگران حقوق اجتماعى و حقوق زنان با حضور
When: Friday Aug 26th AT 06:00PM PT
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2022 AT 11:00 AM PDT:
DAY of Action Saturday May 14th
Bans Off San Jose with Planned Parenthood Mar Monte Rally
Bans Off San Jose with Planned Parenthood Mar Monte Rally
BAIAD has joined ever growing coalition of groups & organizations & rally in support of Women’s reproductive rights. Please join us on Saturday May 14th 11:00AM @ San Jose city hall Rotunda.
If you do not live in this area, please join any local protest happening in your city. This is a nationwide event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/690240082234484/
When: Saturday May 14th AT 11AM PT
.Event Details:
On Monday, May 2nd, Politico published a leaked draft Supreme Court majority opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization that explicitly overturns Roe v. Wade. This is an unprecedented leak from the court that, if true, would reverse nearly 50 years of precedent and explicitly end federal constitutional protections for abortion. 26 states could move quickly to ban abortion, meaning millions of people might live without local access to abortion. The people in your community and across the country deserve the power and freedom to make their own personal reproductive health care decisions.
Planned Parenthood of Mar Monte, BAIAD and a growing coalition of organizations invite you to join these efforts during this moment of crisis. It is necessary to act now, all across the country, not only to demonstrate that people support abortion access, but to show that we won’t back down. #bansoffsanjose #bansoffourbodies
Bans Off San Jose with Planned Parenthood Mar Monte Rally
Saturday, May 14th at 11:00 AM
San Jose City Hall Rotunda
200 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113
Mobilize link: bit.ly/BansOffSJ
Facebook link: fb.me/e/1MRI1oFRy
Hashtags : #bansoffsanjose #bansoffourbodies
SATURDAY APRIL 23rd AT 2PM PT:
Meet Your Local Candidates - A Virtual Event
Santa Clara County Supervisor Ms. Cindy Chavez
City of Santa Cruz Council Member Shebreh Kalantari Johnson
California Coastal Commissioner Sara Aminzadeh
Candidate CA State Assembly AD-12 - Hayward City Council Member Ms Aisha Wahab
Candidate Ca. State Senate SD-10 Date: April 23rd (Saturday) Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Please come and bring your questions and learn from them about their campaign and how you can help them succeed.
Join Zoom Meeting on April 23 at 2:00 pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85209256798?pwd=Y1ZrZjZJc2lrVkJHeWJUUExrTStEUT09
Meeting ID: 852 0925 6798
Passcode: 659312
(Please RSVP through this form)
Facebook Event-page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1216460419181646
Co-sponsors:
Bay Area Iranian American Democrats
Assyrian Democrats of the Bay Area
Contact Info: sina@baiard.org
Stop the Republican Recall of Governor Newsom
How to vote in California’s Recall
How to vote in California’s Recall
Ballots must be postmarked, placed in a dropbox, or delivered to a polling place by 8 pm on September 14.
FAQ on how to cast your ballot in California’s recall election:
How do I support Gavin Newsom in the recall election?
1. Vote “NO” on the recall and leave the second question blank
2. Send back your mail-in ballot by 9/14
How can I vote in this election?
All registered voters will receive mail-in ballots. You can also vote in person at a voting center or polling place.
When and how do I have to return my ballot so that it gets counted?
Ballots must be postmarked, placed in a dropbox, or delivered to a polling place by 8 pm on September 14.
Who receives a ballot?
Every registered voter will be mailed a mail in ballot.
What if I am not registered to vote?
Californians can register online or by mail to receive a mail-in ballot until August 30 at registertovote.ca.gov. You can also register the same-day as you vote in person at a polling place or vote center after September 4. You can find more information on the requirements for registering to vote here: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voting-resources/voting-california/registering-vote
How do I check my voter registration status?
Visit VoterStatus.sos.ca.gov for info on your voter registration status.
How can I get updates on the status of my ballot?
Sign-up at https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/ to receive automatic email, SMS (text), or voice call notifications about your ballot. This will tell you if your ballot has been mailed, received, and counted.
Can I drop my ballot at a dropbox and what is the deadline?
Yes, they have to be in by 8pm on September 14.
How do I find a dropbox for my ballot?
You can find a dropbox to deposit your ballot on the Secretary of State’s website after mid-August: https://caearlyvoting.sos.ca.gov/ or by contacting your local county elections office: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/polling-place
What do I do if my ballot is damaged or lost?
Contact your county elections office: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voting-resources/county-elections-offices to apply for a new ballot. Applications must be received by county officials 7 days before an election.
How can I get help in other languages?
The Secretary of State offers voter information and assistance in English and nine more languages. Select Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Tagalog, Thai or Vietnamese. For voter assistance in your language, call one of the toll-free Voter Hotlines: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voting-resources/voting-california/voter-hotlines.
How do I find a polling place or voter center to vote in person?
You can find your polling place on the Secretary of State’s website after mid-August: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/polling-place or by contacting your local county elections office: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voting-resources/county-elections-offices. We recommend you bring your ballot with you if you plan to vote in person.
What if I will be away from home during the election and can’t retrieve my ballot?
We recommend you re-register to vote and change your mailing address to receive the ballot at your temporary address by August 30 at registertovote.ca.gov If this does not work for you, please contact the Secretary of State’s toll-free Voter Hotline: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voting-resources/voting-california/voter-hotlines
Main Speakers:
Congresswoman Anna Eshoo, CA District 18 | 1:00 PM
Mr. Will Rodriguez, Chair, San Diego Democratic Party | 1:15 PM
Ms. Yasmin Radjy, Activist, Planned Parenthood Action Fund | 1:30 PM
Ms. Sudi Farokhnia, Activist, Community Organizer, Bernie Sanders Delegate to DNC | 1:45 PM
Dr. Ardavan Mobasheri, Activist- Iranian Americans for Biden | 2:00 PM
Mr. Siamak Khadjenoury, Candidate Utah House of Representatives District 49 | 2:15 PM
Hakimeh Ordoubadian, Kimi Abernathy- State Senate TN D20 | 2:25PM
Ms. Ladan Manteghi, Activist, GEORGETOWN BUSINESS FOR IMPACT INITIATIVE | 2:35PM
Moderators:
Mr. Shahriar Afshar, President, IADSD
Mr. Dary Rezvani, Candidate Trustee
Dr. Mariam Ghazvini, President, BAIAD
Voting Information:
Check your voter registration status and what party you are registered under at https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/
Alameda County Registrar of Voters:
https://www.acvote.org/index
Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters: https://www.sccgov.org/sites/rov/Voting/VotingNovember2020/Pages/home.aspx
All Counties Voting Site:
https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voting-resources/county-elections-offices
Detailed Voter Guides and Endorsements:
You can find nonpartisan election information after entering your address at www.VotersEdge.org/ca
Official 2020 California Democratic Party Primary Endorsed Candidates:
https://www.cadem.org/vote/endorsements/
San Jose Mercury Endorsements:
https://www.mercurynews.com/tag/endorsements/
League of Women Voters: https://lwvc.org/news/VOTEwiththeLeague
California Props in short Detail: https://abc7.com/california-ballot-measures-november-2020-ca-props-propositions-guide-to/6419431/
San Francisco Chronicle Endorsements:
https://projects.sfchronicle.com/2020/voter-guide/endorsements/
A breakdown of San Francisco’s Nov ballot measures by SF Chronicle:
https://projects.sfchronicle.com/2020/voter-guide/
Sacramento Bee
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/election-endorsements/
California Progressive Endorsements:
https://progressivevotersguide.com/california
For more details please visit BAIAD's Voter Guide:
https://www.baiad.org/resources/2020-voter-guide
Voting Information:
Check your voter registration status and what party you are registered under at https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/
Alameda County Registrar of Voters:
https://www.acvote.org/index
Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters: https://www.sccgov.org/sites/rov/Voting/VotingNovember2020/Pages/home.aspx
All Counties Voting Site:
https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voting-resources/county-elections-offices
Detailed Voter Guides and Endorsements:
You can find nonpartisan election information after entering your address at www.VotersEdge.org/ca
Official 2020 California Democratic Party Primary Endorsed Candidates:
https://www.cadem.org/vote/endorsements/
San Jose Mercury Endorsements:
https://www.mercurynews.com/tag/endorsements/
League of Women Voters: https://lwvc.org/news/VOTEwiththeLeague
California Props in short Detail: https://abc7.com/california-ballot-measures-november-2020-ca-props-propositions-guide-to/6419431/
San Francisco Chronicle Endorsements:
https://projects.sfchronicle.com/2020/voter-guide/endorsements/
A breakdown of San Francisco’s Nov ballot measures by SF Chronicle:
https://projects.sfchronicle.com/2020/voter-guide/
Sacramento Bee
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/election-endorsements/
California Progressive Endorsements:
https://progressivevotersguide.com/california
For more details please visit BAIAD's Voter Guide:
https://www.baiad.org/resources/2020-voter-guide
how to register To Vote:
Go here to find out how you can register and get information about upcoming elections and any candidates that may be running in your county or nationwide.
Link: https://www.sccgov.org/sites/rov/pages/registrar-of-voters.aspx
BAIAD At A Glance:
We are a grassroots political organization that stands for protecting the rights and interests of Iranian-Americans by empowering the Iranian-American political voice.
We promote progressive values such as social justice, responsibility and fairness through education, political participation, public and political advocacy, and grassroots activism.