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Global Conferences: Striving for the greater good of humanity
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, March 18, 2022
As the wave of global conferences moves across the world, more people are awakening to the possibilities for fostering unity and serving their society.
Global conferences: Fostering a culture of peace, contributing to social betterment
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, March 11, 2022
A wave of conferences across the globe is bringing together the well-wishers of humanity to consult on how they can promote unity and address the needs of their societies
BIC: Re-envisioning the future of work
BIC NEW YORK, March 4, 2022
The New York Office of the BIC has been exploring new conceptions of work, centered around the principles of unity, justice, collaboration, and consultation.
“United in our diversity”: Tunisian faith communities sign coexistence pact
TUNIS, Tunisia, February 22, 2022
Leaders of Tunisia’s faith communities have signed a “National Pact for Coexistence,” expressing their commitment to building a more peaceful society.
BIC New York: Equality of women and men necessary for response to climate crises
BIC NEW YORK, February 16, 2022
A new BIC statement explores how the principle of gender equality will need to be woven into processes of governance for effective responses to the climate crisis.
Chile House of Worship: How to foster prosperous cities
SANTIAGO, Chile , February 9, 2022
Civil society leaders and representatives of the Bahá’ís of Chile explore spiritual principles that can guide the development of cities for the well-being of all.
United Kingdom: New podcast explores relationship between religion and media
LONDON, February 2, 2022
A newly launched podcast by the Bahá’ís of the UK invites journalists to profound discussions on how the media can play a constructive role in society.
Bahá’í World Publication: New article highlights efforts for racial justice in US
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, January 30, 2022
The latest article published on The Bahá’í World website examines the American Bahá’í community’s efforts to counter racism.
DRC: Superstructure of temple nears completion
KINSHASA, Democratic Republic Of The Congo, January 26, 2022
Work on the Bahá’í temple for the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached a new stage as the steel superstructure for the 26-meter-high dome nears completion.
Spirit of service inspires immediate response to floods in Malaysia
SHAH ALAM, Malaysia, January 22, 2022
The spirit of service fostered through Bahá’í community-building activities in Malaysia was channeled toward relief efforts after disastrous flooding in December.
“This homeland shelters all”: Bahá’ís mark 100 year history in Tunisia
TUNIS, Tunisia, January 19, 2022
On the centenary of the Tunisian Bahá’í community’s establishment, some 50 social actors explored coexistence and the issue of violence in contemporary society.
Officials and other dignitaries in Holy Land honor ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, January 13, 2022
'Abdu’l-Bahá’s enduring legacy of service to humanity was honored by officials, diplomats, and faith leaders at a reception held last week in Haifa.
Counsellors’ return marks start of new journey for Bahá’í world
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, January 9, 2022
The Counsellors are now departing the Holy Land ready to infuse Bahá’í communities worldwide with the wealth of insights gained over the past days of discussions.
“Glimpses of a Hundred Years of Endeavour”: New film looks at journey of global Bahá’í community
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, January 5, 2022
A film commissioned by the Universal House of Justice provides glimpses of the Bahá’í community’s efforts over the past century to contribute to the oneness of humanity.
Counsellors look ahead as conference concludes
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, January 4, 2022
Counsellors from across the world spent the past six days consulting about how Bahá’í efforts to foster social transformation can further intensify in the years ahead.
2021 in review: A momentous year
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, December 31, 2021
BWNS looks back on a historic year of intense efforts by countless people and communities, including marking the centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing.
Counsellors’ conference begins
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, December 30, 2021
Over the coming days, Counsellors from all parts of the world will be consulting on the development of the worldwide Bahá’í community, preparing for the years ahead.
Bahá’í Media Bank: Photo of opening pages of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will and Testament published
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, December 24, 2021
An image of the opening pages of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will and Testament has been published for the first time, coinciding with the period of the centenary of His passing.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Plans for marble presented at press conference in Italy
MILAN, Italy, December 19, 2021
The president of marble company Margraf and architect Hossein Amanat spoke about the complexities of the construction project and fabrication of the marble
BIC New York: UN Calls on Iran to end religious discrimination
BIC NEW YORK, December 17, 2021
The UN General Assembly calls on Iran to observe human rights for all its citizens, including members of the Bahá’í Faith.