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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.
African leaders address education, empowerment for children
KHARTOUM, Sudan, December 31, 2017
At a regional meeting in Sudan this month, leaders on the African continent met to explore the rights and welfare of children.
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For 30th time, UN General Assembly censures Iran for persecution of Baha’is
UNITED NATIONS, December 21, 2017
On Tuesday, the UN General Assembly rebuked Iran’s human rights violations against the Baha’i community there, for the 30th time.
Hartmut Grossmann, 1933–2017
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, December 18, 2017
The Universal House of Justice released a message to all National Spiritual Assemblies on the passing of former House of Justice member Hartmut Grossmann.
Exploring vistas beyond mere tolerance
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, December 16, 2017
Is tolerance enough to help diverse societies live in peace and thrive? Scholars and faith representatives explored this question in Abu Dhabi last month.
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Faith and peace explored in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, December 10, 2017
At an international conference of faith leaders, a Baha’i representative highlights the role of religion in fostering peace.
Third member of Yaran completes 10 year sentence
BIC NEW YORK, December 5, 2017
Imprisoned for religious beliefs, Behrooz Tavakkoli, member of the former leadership group of the Baha’is of Iran, has completed his unjust sentence.
Special session marks bicentenary in Brazil’s Congress
BRASILIA, Brazil, November 30, 2017
Members of Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies held a special session yesterday to speak about the life and teachings of Baha'u'llah.
Structure & spirit: Italian museum features Baha’i architecture
VICENZA, Italy, November 20, 2017
Iconic Baha'i buildings, constructed with Italian marble, were featured in a month-long exhibition at the Palladio museum.
Community galvanized as Temple’s construction proceeds
AGUA AZUL, Colombia, November 16, 2017
In Norte del Cauca, under the watchful gaze of the Andes, amongst forest and farmland, the clear form of the local House of Worship is rising above the fields.
UN condemns Iran’s human rights violations for 30th time
UNITED NATIONS, November 14, 2017
In a vote today, the United Nations General Assembly rebuked Iran for continuing human rights violations.
Exhibition of Baha’u’llah’s writings opens at British Museum
LONDON, November 9, 2017
Baha’u’llah’s original writings and certain items associated with His life are on display at the British Museum until January 2018.
Law conference highlights atrocities against religious minorities
WASHINGTON D.C., November 6, 2017
Freedom of religion or belief was among topics explored at the Annual Meeting of the American Society of Comparative Law conference.