Category Archives: Federations/Associations

ZAC honored with Certificate of Special Recognition

  The Zoroastrian Association of California (ZAC)  has been  especially  honored by the presentation of a  certificate of Special Recognition from the Hon. U.S. Senator of California, Mr. Alex Padilla,” On the occasion of celebrating its 50th  Anniversary of commitment and support to the Southern California Community.” Several ZAC members are very active, serving the underserved of the local California

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NAMCIZS announces two lectures and two Online Courses

The North American Mobed Council’s Institute of Zoroastrian Studies (NAMCIZS) is pleased to announce the following: Online Lectures:   17 November 2024- Messages of Gathas in Kusty Prayers presented by Dr.Karishma Koka, PhD NeuroScience, University of Cambridge. 15 December 2024- Zarthosti Response to Health and other Challenges of Life presented by Firdosh Mehta Online Courses:   January 11 – February

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Zoroastrian Association of California Celebrates 50 Golden Years

The Zoroastrian Association of California (ZAC) celebrated its 50th anniversary on October 12th with the theme: Preserving Heritage, Inspiring Generations: Keepers of the Everlasting Flame.  Under a canopy aglow with the warmth of a thousand stars, the Zoroastrian Association of California (ZAC) marked its 50th anniversary on October 12th. The theme, “Preserving Heritage, Inspiring Generations: Keepers of the Everlasting Flame,”

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Remembering Ratan Tata

Inviting the Parsi/Irani Zoroastrian community members to join us in honoring and recalling the extraordinary life of Padma Vibhushan Shri Ratan Naval Tata, a beloved leader and a cherished member of our community. Date: Sunday, 27 October 2024 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Rustom Baug Grounds, Byculla, Mumbai. Shri Ratan Tata, dedicated his life to the advancement of India’s industrial landscape

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The Zoroastrian World – September 2024

The Zoroastrian World September 2024 The Zoroastrian World is a monthly newsletter that shares key news, events, opportunities and publications from across the study of Zoroastrianism. If you are not already subscribed to the SSPIZS mailing list, please sign up here. From the Institute Booklet of Common Zoroastrian Rituals and Practices There is a significant amount of research on the Zoroastrian

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Ancient India & Iran Trust Activities

Leilah Vevaina, Chinese University of Hong Kong Of Worldly Deeds and Sacred Souls: The Trust and Parsi Muktad Ceremonies Friday 26 April 5:30pm Refreshments from 5pm All welcome Atash Kadeh of Zoroastrian Association of California (ZAC) during Muktads, Photo by Leilah Vevaina Charitable giving is one of the pillars of Zoroastrianism, where the acquisition of wealth is righteous if earned

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Atash nu Parab Celebration

ANNOUNCEMENT Atash nu Parab Celebration (Day dedicated to Holy Fire) Saturday, April 20th, 2024, at 10 am Eastern Join us at https://www.namcmobeds.org/   Get ready to ignite your spirit and join us for a special YouTube premiere celebration on Saturday, April 20th, at 10 AM EST. We will be celebrating Atash nu Parab (the Day of Holy Fire) with the recital of

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NOWROOZ at Powerhouse Museum Sydney by the Zarthushtis 2024

Nowrooz from a Zarathushti/Zoroastrian/parsi perspective at the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney. 17th March 2024 as showcased by the Zarathushti/Parsi community of Sydney. Feat. Farida Irani

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ZAC Community Celebrates Jamshedi Navroze and Avan Yazad Parabh with a great Pomp and Zest

The Zoroastrian Association of California (ZAC) buzzed with activity as members celebrated Jamshedi Navroze and Avan Yazad Parabh with traditional fervor. Renewed Beginnings: The festivities began on March 17th with a community-wide cleaning of the Atashkadeh and the center itself. This spirit of renewal involved children as young as nine alongside youth, adults, and even senior members up to 79 years

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