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University students engage in conversations on social change
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, September 13, 2020
Youth around the world have been exploring questions concerning social change and the pandemic at gatherings promoted by the Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity.
“Beyond Critique to Constructive Engagement”: Thousands gather in virtual ABS conference
DALLAS, United States , September 7, 2020
Over 3,000 people gather to explore perspectives across diverse fields in light of the Bahá’í teachings.
Healthcare professionals see distinctive role for community during pandemic
JOUBERTON, South Africa, September 1, 2020
Healthcare practitioners share their observations and insights on the distinctive role of strong community ties and spiritual well-being in dealing with the pandemic.
Building bridges: Parent University on racial equality in the US
SAVANNAH, United States, August 19, 2020
Baha’i-inspired organization brings individuals, officials, and police together through constructive conversations on equality.
Fostering self-sufficiency: FUNDAEC encourages local food production
CALI, Colombia, August 11, 2020
As the ramifications of the global health crisis intensify, FUNDAEC is spearheading the development of local food production initiatives with a view to the future.
“Making cities belong to those who work to build them”: Baha’i Chair in India looks at urbanization
INDORE, India, August 4, 2020
Baha’i Chair in India invites economists and academics to examine how new conceptions of human nature can enhance long-term approaches to urban development.
Six Baha’is imprisoned by the Houthis freed in Yemen
BIC GENEVA, July 30, 2020
BIC calls for the lifting of all charges and safeguarding of the rights of all Baha’is in Yemen.
Agricultural policies key to addressing drivers of migration, says BIC Brussels
BRUSSELS, July 28, 2020
The BIC Brussels Office hosts online discussion, exploring links between European agricultural policies and the adverse drivers of migration from and within Africa.
, as part of a series focusing on major issues facing societies in the wake of the pandemic.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1595348290-bahai-world-migration-existential-stress-00.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
“Baha’i World” articles examine migration, existential stress
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, July 22, 2020
The online publication continues series of articles focusing on major issues facing societies in the wake of the pandemic.
 titled “Learning During the COVID-19 Pandemic”. Reflecting on the contributions, Hoda Mahmoudi, holder of the Chair, says: “The intention of this series has been to broaden understanding and knowledge, which in turn makes more action possible. Change has always begun when a small group of people with lofty yet realistic ideals and a spirit of hope begin to take determined action.”](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1594812796-what-learned-health-crisis-peace-chair-researchers-00.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
“What have we learned from the health crisis?” Peace Chair asks researchers
COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, United States, July 15, 2020
Baha’i Chair for World Peace invites academics and social actors to offer their reflections on the health crisis and the lessons emerging.
 on the equality of women and men, speaking to a global concern that has been exacerbated during the pandemic.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1594300083-bahais-png-statement-gender-based-violence-society-00.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
Baha’is of PNG release statement in wake of increased gender-based violence in society
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea, July 10, 2020
The Baha’i National Spiritual Assembly encourages conversations on how social structures and cultural values can better reflect the equality of women and men.
Design unveiled for first Baha’i Temple in the DRC
KINSHASA, Democratic Republic Of The Congo, July 2, 2020
Design for the Baha’i House of Worship in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been revealed by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of the country.
Nepalese village develops agricultural capacity as long-term strategy
MOTIBASTI, Nepal, June 29, 2020
The Baha’i Local Spiritual Assembly of Motibasti, Nepal, is developing strategies to mitigate the economic challenges posed by the pandemic.
 from the Baha’i National Spiritual Assembly of the United States on racial prejudice and spiritual principles essential for progress toward peace released days ago has already stimulated critical reflection across the country. (Right: photo of the city of Chicago by [Erol Ahmed](https://unsplash.com/@erol) on Unsplash)](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1592923605-statement-racial-prejudice-vital-conversation-us-00.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
Statement on racial prejudice spurs vital conversation in the US
CHICAGO, June 24, 2020
In a statement by the country’s Baha’i National Spiritual Assembly, spiritual principles are explored in order to illuminate a path forward.
Distinctive role of teachers comes to light in times of crises
BANGUI, Central African Republic, June 19, 2020
Baha’i-inspired community schools have found creative ways to adapt and continue educational programs for children in spite of disruptions caused by the pandemic.
In Africa: As one temple rises, anticipation builds for another
MATUNDA, Kenya, June 12, 2020
Activities on the sites designated for Baha’i temples in Kenya and the DRC are providing a glimpse of the rising spirit emanating from these spots consecrated to unity.
Escalation in persecution of Baha’is in Iran: tried in court and imprisoned for their beliefs
BIC NEW YORK, June 11, 2020
Iranian authorities target at least 77 individuals across the country in recent weeks despite the present health crisis.
 titled “Bouncing Back or Bouncing Forward?” as part of its efforts to contribute to the public discourse on social cohesion.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1591452459-bwns-australia-mockup-for-banner.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
Conversations on social cohesion gather momentum in Australia since pandemic
SYDNEY, June 6, 2020
The Australian Baha’i community encourages an exploration on pressing issues, such as racial and economic disparities, in an online seminar about social cohesion.
 held last Thursday marks the 100th anniversary of the arrival of the First Tablet to The Hague to its destination.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1590994220-prerequisites-peace-100-years-reverberate-today-01.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
Prerequisites for peace penned 100 years ago reverberate today
THE HAGUE, Netherlands, June 1, 2020
‘Abdu’l-Baha’s call a century ago for universal peace and for the elimination of all forms of prejudice resounds throughout the world.
 held by the Baha’i Chair for World Peace at the University of Maryland provided participants with a forum to examine environmental challenges at a time of heightened consciousness about humanity’s oneness and its relationship with nature.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1590495567-pandemic-moral-dimensions-climate-change-scholars-00.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
Pandemic highlights need to address moral dimensions of climate change, scholars warn
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND, United States, May 26, 2020
Online conference held by the Baha’i Chair for World Peace examines environmental concerns in the light of humanity’s heightened consciousness of its essential oneness.