Newsroom
Long-form pieces from chapter leaders and editors.
Meridian Chapters Launch Mutual-Aid Network for Asylum Seekers
Local chapters of Meridian have initiated a new mutual-aid network designed to support newly arrived Iranian asylum seekers with critical housing, legal, and language assistance.
Meridian Unveils Comprehensive Plan to Tackle Iran's Water Crisis
Meridian's Environment Working Group releases a detailed strategy addressing aquifer governance, agricultural reform, and regional water diplomacy to confront Iran's deepening water crisis.
New Report Details Attacks on Journalists, Proposes Diaspora-Led Defense Fund
A new report sheds light on the escalating threats faced by journalists covering Iran and proposes a vital new initiative for their protection.
Stockholm Town Hall Buzzes with Debate on Conscription, Sanctions, and Worker Support
A recent Meridian town hall in Stockholm drew a large and engaged crowd, eager to discuss critical policy positions ranging from military conscription to economic sanctions and solidarity with striking workers in Iran.
Federal Devolution: The Durable Answer to Iran's Diversity
Iran's future stability hinges on embracing its rich tapestry of cultures and ethnicities through a decentralized federal system, drawing lessons from successful models in Germany, Canada, and Spain.
A Secular Constitution for Iran: What It Means in Practice
Exploring the practical implications of a secular constitution for Iran, focusing on the separation of religion and state, equal citizenship, freedom of belief, and judicial independence.
Nowruz Across Continents: Meridian Chapters Celebrate Spring and Solidarity
Meridian chapters worldwide ushered in Nowruz with vibrant celebrations, uniting communities through Haft-Sin tables, cultural performances, and dedicated service drives.
Meridian Delegation Advocates for Human Rights in Brussels
A Meridian delegation recently concluded a week of intensive meetings in Brussels, briefing European Parliament members on critical human rights cases in Iran and advocating for stronger international action.
Meridian Youth Assembly Ignites New Wave of Campus Organizing
Young members from a dozen cities gathered in Toronto for Meridian's inaugural Youth Assembly, electing delegates and launching a new campus-organizing network.
Meridian's Digital Freedom Toolkit: Navigating Censorship and Protecting Truth
Meridian introduces an open-source digital freedom toolkit designed to empower Iranians to safely circumvent censorship, protect their sources, and verify information during internet shutdowns.
Meridian Establishes Women's Leadership Council to Empower Diaspora Voices
A new Women's Leadership Council has been formed across Meridian's diaspora chapters, aiming to mentor candidates, document gender-based persecution, and advocate for parity within party structures.
Meridian Unveils 2026 Policy Platform, Initiates Member Consultation
Meridian has launched its comprehensive 2026 policy platform, outlining a bold vision for a democratic, secular, and inclusive future for Iran, now open for a 60-day member consultation period.