Bahá’í World News Service
Chinese-language BWNS launches
The Bahá’í World News Service is now available in the Chinese-language, marking a notable enhancement since its establishment 25 years ago.
Maryland Bahá’í Chair
Scholars and artists envision a future beyond racial categories
The Bahá’í Chair for World Peace at the University of Maryland examines how the notion of distinct “races” acts as a barrier to a just and peaceful society.
“What the world could be like”
Century-old Haifa building serves as meeting-place for friendship
Neighbors, artists, faith leaders and officials gathered at the centennial of a historic building on Haparsim Street, creating what some called a glimpse of peace.
Recent Stories
“Something luminous amid the ruin”
Community-building in Spain enhances resilience to floods
Seven months after catastrophic flooding in eastern Spain, communities have discovered deeper capacities for unity, service, and resilience amid ongoing recovery.
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Houses of Worship
New Bahá’í temple to be established in the Philippines
The Universal House of Justice has announced plans for a new national Bahá’í temple to be established in the Philippines.
United Kingdom
Youth Interfaith Summit highlights spiritual dimension of climate action
The UK Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs highlights the need to integrate moral and spiritual principles into conversations about climate action for lasting change to occur
Ghana
Olinga Foundation fosters literacy with moral purpose
Olinga Foundation pairs reading lessons with moral principles, addressing literacy needs in rural communities in Ghana over the past 25 years.
Special Reports
Coverage of Construction Work of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l‑Bahá
Reels
Insights from the Field: Educational initiatives in Zambia empower communities to reshape their future
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“Practitioners of Peace”: Ontario youth conference strengthens movement for social progress
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Bahrain: Development of families a foundation for social progress
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“A refuge for all”: Bahá’í temple in Germany marks 60th anniversary
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In Conversation: Podcast explores impact of Houses of Worship on community life
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Chile Bahá’í Radio: National sound archive of Mapuche culture comes to life
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Insights from the Field: Podcast explores interplay of technology, values, and society
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Podcasts
In Conversation
BIC Brussels on education and societal attitudes that empower youth
The latest podcast episode explores BIC Brussels Office’s insights on conditions that enable young people’s capacities for meaningful social contribution to flourish.
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LITETA, Zambia — As societies globally grapple with achieving equality between women and men, the role of education in empowering women is vital. Well known for embracing this principle, the Banani International School in Zambia, a Bahá’í-inspired endeavor, recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. The school’s multifaceted educational approach integrates intellectual pursuits with the acquisition of moral understanding and spiritual insights, cultivating a rich learning environment.
The school’s anniversary was marked by a recent event, bringing together the Chief of Liteta, representatives of the Ministry of Education, and other government officials, dignitaries, representatives of various educational institutions, students, graduates, and staff. Continue reading >
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