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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.
 by the Canadian Baha’i community explores how insights from religion can shed new light on contemporary challenges amid the current public health crisis.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1590316982-canadian-podcast-explores-principles-pandemic-00.png?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
Canadian podcast series explores essential principles in wake of pandemic
TORONTO, May 24, 2020
Conversations in the series draw on insights from religion to provide new perspectives on challenges facing society amid the current public health crisis.
Efforts in Indian village invite participation
BOOKANAKERE, India, May 20, 2020
While lockdown measures remain in effect, the experience in one village provides an example of what is possible when people work together for the well-being of all.
Prayer awakens feelings of solidarity, enriches collective life
BUCHAREST, Romania, May 15, 2020
New patterns of community life centered on collective worship are emerging everywhere, attuning people to the needs of their fellow citizens.
Arts reveal beauty in the world, cast light on current situation
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, May 11, 2020
Artwork created amid the coronavirus outbreak has stimulated reflection on the spiritual dimension of human life and provided new perspectives on current circumstances.
Series on “Baha’i World” to focus on themes related to global health crisis
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, May 8, 2020
The online publication is initiating a series of articles that focus on major issues facing societies as they look ahead.
 to share more widely insights emerging from its efforts to contribute to contemporary discourses in Europe.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1588755084-1424-bic-brusselsleading-image4-3-1-1.png?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
BIC Brussels: Finding ways to stay in touch
BRUSSELS, May 6, 2020
At a time when online communications become even more prominent in the exchange of ideas, the Office launches a newsletter covering insights emerging from its work.
Looking beyond the health crisis in the Kurdistan region of Iraq
ERBIL, Iraq, May 3, 2020
Social actors examine how the expression of spiritual principles bringing people together now can be sustained and strengthened well into the future.
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Community banks in Nicaragua take early precautions
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, May 1, 2020
Baha’i-inspired program draws on experience and sound principles in response to global health crisis.
Local Temple design unveiled in India
NEW DELHI, April 29, 2020
Design for the Baha’i House of Worship in Bihar Sharif is revealed by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of the country.
Working through crisis fosters greater societal unity in Kazakhstan
NUR-SULTAN, Kazakhstan, April 25, 2020
Segments of society in Kazakhstan explore together how setting aside differences to battle the current health crisis has strengthened social cohesion in the country.
Work presses on at the site for the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Baha
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, April 23, 2020
Despite slowdowns in aspects of the project to ensure the safety of personnel on the construction site, foundational work advances and nears completion.
Community of English learners support one another during health crisis
VANCOUVER, Canada, April 22, 2020
Friendships built through the English Corner program in Vancouver, Canada, become source of support in difficult times.
, featuring images, videos, and music from commemorations of the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Bab, now completes the two [bicentenary websites](https://bicentenary.bahai.org/).](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1587315936-addition-bicentenary-websites-glimpse-purposeful-human-family-00.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
New addition completes bicentenary websites: a unique glimpse of unity in diversity
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, April 20, 2020
The addition of a new section provides a glimpse of commemorations from around the world honoring the anniversary of the birth of the Bab.
Networks in the Congo keep thousands informed and inspired
KINSHASA, Democratic Republic Of The Congo, April 18, 2020
Baha’is draw on community ties to provide accurate information and advice, inspiring solidarity and hope in facing the health crisis.