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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.
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.
Youth move to forefront of grassroots response throughout the US
CHICAGO, April 15, 2020
Youth in the US are drawing on experiences and support structures developed through community-building initiatives to serve their society at this difficult time.
Providing food security in the face of a global health crisis
PORT VILA, Vanuatu, April 13, 2020
Various communities around the world are preparing to provide for food security, drawing on capacities developed through the Preparation for Social Action program.
Local Assemblies, individuals, and communities in India respond in unison
NEW DELHI, India, April 10, 2020
In communities throughout the country, reservoirs of energy are being channeled into actions that aim to allay the suffering caused by the current global health crisis.
Youth in Sierra Leone produce film to protect community against coronavirus
MAKENI, Sierra Leone, April 9, 2020
Youth use music and drama to create a film that helps educate their community about preventing the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Australian Prime Minister expresses gratitude to Baha’i community
SYDNEY, April 8, 2020
Message from the Prime Minister acknowledges the contributions of the Baha’i community to Australian society and highlights the importance of faith in a time of crisis.
Faith groups in Tunisia call for harmony between science and religion
TUNIS, Tunisia, April 6, 2020
In a message to the people of their country, the Baha’i community, other faith groups, and social actors draw attention to the significance of science and religion.
Radio broadcasts in Uganda comfort and inspire amidst crisis
KIYUNGA, Uganda, April 4, 2020
As public health measures restrict gatherings for worship, Ugandan Baha’is find creative ways to promote prayer on radio and other means of mass communication.
Youth in Italy create media to inspire vision of a better world
MANTUA, Italy, April 2, 2020
At a time of great uncertainty in their country, young Italians are seizing the opportunity to explore issues of profound import through media.
Village members prepared weeks in advance to protect their community
BAŠELJ, Slovenia, March 31, 2020
Baha’is in a Slovenian village have been part of efforts to prepare for and mitigate the effects of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Children in Luxembourg send love and encouragement to healthcare professionals
ESCH-SUR-ALZETTE, Luxembourg, March 30, 2020
Participants in educational activities of the Baha’i community send messages of appreciation to healthcare professionals dealing with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Youth group distributes food, gains city and National Guard support
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 27, 2020
Youth in a suburb of New York City engaged in initiatives of the Baha’i community aimed at social progress adapt quickly to address challenges caused by school closures.
Rising to the occasion in a global crisis
SYDNEY, March 25, 2020
Baha’i communities across the world respond quickly and constructively to the challenging circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Court upholds death sentence against Yemeni Baha’i
BIC GENEVA, March 23, 2020
Religiously-motivated ruling upheld against Hamed bin Haydara, who has suffered years of imprisonment and torture.
Naw-Ruz around the world brings hope and spiritual renewal
KUWAIT CITY, March 20, 2020
Baha’i communities around the world are celebrating the new year by strengthening bonds of friendship and conveying a message of hope.