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“An extraordinary wave of support”: Calls in unison for Iran to end persecution of Bahá’ís
BIC GENEVA, February 18, 2021
An extraordinary wave of support from Muslim leaders, government officials, and parliamentarians comes as persecution of Iran’s Bahá’í community intensifies.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: First steps taken to raise walls of central plaza
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, February 15, 2021
Custom-made formwork that will be used to mold plaza walls has been assembled as berm walls rise and work on garden paths advances.
 to the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Chief Justice, Ebrahim Raisi, signed by more than 50 high-ranking legal professionals in Canada, expresses deep concern regarding “new and intense violations” of the human rights of Iran’s Bahá’í community.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1613236978-former-canadian-prime-minister-judges-conde-condemn-persecution-bahais-01.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
“We stand with the Bahá’ís of Iran”: Former Canadian Prime Minister and judges condemn persecution of Bahá’ís
BIC GENEVA, February 13, 2021
Former PM, justice ministers, and Supreme Court judges are among high-ranking legal professionals condemning recent court ruling to confiscate Bahá’í properties.
New statement by BIC underscores moral dimensions of technology
BIC NEW YORK, February 12, 2021
A BIC statement to the 59th session of the UN Commission for Social Development was at the heart of discussions Wednesday on AI.
“Participation is the key”: Bahá’í Chair tackles food security
INDORE, India, February 10, 2021
Researchers and practitioners gather to explore insights into the complex and multidimensional challenges related to the availability of and access to food.
“Glimpses into the Spirit of Gender Equality”: BIC releases new film
BIC New York, February 3, 2021
The film on equality between women and men premiered today and marks the 25th Anniversary of the landmark Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
Chiefs’ gathering in Chad opens new horizons
BARO, Chad, January 31, 2021
Prompted by a desire for social progress, traditional chiefs gather to discuss their shared responsibility for the well-being of their people.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Concrete bases for garden berms completed
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, January 26, 2021
With work on berm foundations completed, structural reinforcements are now being put in place for one of the walls enclosing the south plaza.
“Gathering under the ‘tent of unity’”: Interfaith in PNG finds new path
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea , January 22, 2021
Event marking World Religion Day brings religious communities together around what binds them all together.
The Bahá’í World Publication sees new enhancements and essays
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, January 17, 2021
Website enhancements, including a “Special Collections” section, complement the release of two new essays.
Resilience in Honduras in the face of disaster
SIGUATEPEQUE, Honduras , January 13, 2021
An emergency committee established by the Bahá’í National Spiritual Assembly of Honduras early in the pandemic is adapting to assist with new crises.
Building a common vision in Vanuatu for moral education
PORT VILA, Vanuatu, January 7, 2021
As the country celebrates 40 years of independence, questions about the need for moral education have come to the fore.
2020 in review: A year without precedent
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, December 31, 2020
The Bahá’í world intensified its activities in the face of an unprecedented global health crisis, fostering resilience in society, offering hope in a time of great need.
2020 in photos: A year of solidarity and intense endeavor
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, December 30, 2020
A collection of photographs from stories over the past 12 months on developments in the global Bahá’í community in response to the global health crisis.
“We must learn to live as one”: Ten years on since Tunisia’s revolution
TUNIS, Tunisia, December 24, 2020
Bahá’ís of Tunisia hold gathering on coexistence and citizenship, bringing together officials and representatives of religious communities to mark UN Human Rights Day.
Clinic in the DRC promotes discourse on health
CHANJAVU, Democratic Republic Of The Congo , December 21, 2020
Regular discussions among growing numbers of residents in a South Kivu village are stimulating a local discourse on health and have inspired hundreds to united action.
Gender equality: Families as basis for change
NEW DELHI, December 15, 2020
The Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs in India holds seminar on reconceptualizing the institution of the family based on the principle of equality between women and men.
Work progresses on Houses of Worship in the DRC and Kenya
KINSHASA, Democratic Republic Of The Congo, December 11, 2020
Work on the foundations of the temple in Kinshasa is advancing steadily while work in Kenya approaches final stages.
“Topics that move Austria”: New video blog casts light on pressing issues
VIENNA, Austria, December 7, 2020
A new vlog launched by the Austrian Bahá’í community aims to contribute to thinking and to document the evolution of ideas about themes of national concern.
Gatherings in Indonesia provide fertile ground for hope
JAKARTA, Indonesia, December 2, 2020
A series of seminars taps into a strong desire among officials, academics, and social actors to explore fundamental principles of a more peaceful society.