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After devastating hurricane, community unites in reconstruction
ROSEAU, Dominica, April 13, 2018
In the months since Hurricane Maria, another story has unfolded in the Caribbean—one of unity, cooperation, and collective action to rebuild.
Flower of Colombia Temple Blooms
AGUA AZUL, Colombia, April 4, 2018
The crown at the top of the roof of the local House of Worship in Colombia has been installed, marking an important milestone in the construction process.
Re-examining reconciliation
VICTORIA, Canada, April 2, 2018
A recent symposium brought together hundreds in Canada to speak about reconciliation between indigenous and non-indigenous peoples.
Countries around the world design commemorative Baha’i stamps
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, March 28, 2018
Postal services often issue commemorative stamps for historic occasions. This bicentenary year proved no exception.
Design of national temple unveiled at Naw-Ruz amidst great joy
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea, March 21, 2018
Earlier today, the Baha’i community of Papua New Guinea unveiled the design for its national Baha’i House of Worship.
Youngest member of Yaran completes ten year imprisonment
BIC NEW YORK, March 20, 2018
Vahid Tizfahm completed his 10-year sentence yesterday. At 44, he is the youngest member of the Yaran, who were imprisoned for their religious beliefs in 2008.
Oldest member of Yaran completes decade-long imprisonment
BIC NEW YORK, March 17, 2018
Jamaloddin Khanjani, 85, former member of the Yaran, completed his unjust ten-year prison sentence yesterday.
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Exploring an expanded conception of women’s empowerment
BIC NEW YORK, March 12, 2018
The Baha’i International Community has released a statement for the United Nation’s Commission on the Status of Women.
Celebration takes participants on journey of Baha’u’llah’s life and teachings
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, March 4, 2018
Malaysia’s Baha’i community recently hosted an innovative national celebration for the bicentenary of the birth of Baha’u’llah.
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European voices join global community to condemn persecution of Yemeni Baha’is
BIC BRUSSELS, February 27, 2018
Over 100 Members of the European Parliament and Parliaments across Europe denounce the persecution of Yemen’s Baha’is in a statement released today.
Colombia Temple rises
AGUA AZUL, Colombia, February 22, 2018
Recent developments on the construction of the local Temple in Norte del Cauca signal the nearing completion of the project.
Irish President urges Baha’is to press on
DUBLIN, Ireland, February 18, 2018
Michael Higgins, President of Ireland, hosted a Baha’i delegation to mark the bicentennial year.
Fourth member of Yaran released
BIC NEW YORK, February 16, 2018
Former member of the Yaran, Saeid Rezaie, has been released from prison after an unjust, decade-long sentence.
Champion of justice Asma Jahangir leaves legacy of courage
BIC GENEVA, February 12, 2018
Asma Jahangir was highly regarded for her longstanding dedication to human rights and women's rights during her life. She passed away at age 66 on Sunday.
 website was launched on 18 January 2018. The website compiles thousands of official documents, reports, testimonials, and audio-visual materials revealing irrefutable proof of relentless persecution. It was created in response to rising interest within and outside Iran to understand the depth and breadth of the persecution of Iran’s Baha’is.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/6348/1543759287-123600.jpg?&w=300&h=200&fit=crop&bg=333333&auto=format&q=50)
Leading lawyers take Iran to task
BIC GENEVA, February 10, 2018
Prominent human rights lawyers have published an open letter calling on Iran’s Head of the High Council for Human Rights to acknowledge persecution of Baha’is.
Poverty eradication only possible with structural transformation, says BIC
BIC NEW YORK, February 2, 2018
The BIC has contributed a statement to this year’s UN Commission for Social Development, which is focused on global poverty eradication.
New educational facility opens at Baha’i Lotus Temple
NEW DELHI, India, January 25, 2018
A new educational facility at the Lotus Temple hosts camps, courses, and seminars for youth involved in efforts to improve their communities in New Delhi.
A vision of peace: Stories from the Democratic Republic of the Congo
KINSHASA, Democratic Republic Of The Congo, January 16, 2018
A process is unfolding in the DRC—one that seeks to build capacity within all people to arise and contribute to the advancement of civilization.
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Outcry over appalling death sentence of Yemeni Baha’i
SANA’A, Yemen, January 9, 2018
The recent unjust death sentence of Hamed bin Haydara in Yemen has evoked a wave of protest across the region.
2017: A momentous year for the Baha’i world
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, January 2, 2018
From worldwide bicentenary celebrations to the dedication of the first local Baha’i House of Worship, 2017 has been a remarkable year.