National Bahá’í Conventions
A unique electoral process
The past weeks have seen Bahá’í communities around the globe elect their national governing councils in a spiritual atmosphere that promotes harmony.
June 7, 2023
Latest
#OurStoryIsOne
Campaign to honor women’s sacrifice sees outpouring of support
Bahá’í International Community launches new website and Instagram page for campaign honoring 10 Bahá’í women executed by Iran 40 years ago.
June 5, 2023
In Conversation
Counsellors on the advancement of women
In this episode, Counsellors discuss efforts in communities around the world to foster a culture of equality among women and men.
June 2, 2023
Watch29:27 min
Italy
Media’s role in fostering social cohesion
The Bahá’ís of Italy brought together some 60 journalists to discuss the role of media in fostering social cohesion in the country.
May 28, 2023
“Violent acts”
Armed Houthis attack Bahá’í gathering in Yemen, arresting at least 17, in fresh crackdown
Houthi gunmen have staged a violent raid on a peaceful gathering of Bahá’ís in Sanaa, Yemen, detaining and forcibly disappearing at least 17 people.
May 26, 2023
In Conversation
Counsellors on youth and social transformation
Counsellors explore the ways youth engaged in Bahá’í educational initiatives are contributing to social transformation in their communities.
May 23, 2023
Watch23:35 min
Houses of Worship
Three new Houses of Worship to be established
The Universal House of Justice has called for three new Bahá’í Houses of Worship to be established—a national temple in Canada and local temples in Nepal and Zambia.
May 18, 2023
Watch02:13 min
BIC Geneva
Campaign honors Bahá’í women executed in Iran 40 years ago and highlights principle of equality
40 years ago, Iran executed 10 Bahá’í women; today, BIC launches #OurStoryIsOne, inviting artistic works to honor them and the principle of equality.
May 15, 2023
BIC
The Archives of Bahá’í Persecution in Iran
A unique online collection by the Bahá’í International Community makes available more than 10,000 materials on incidents of Bahá’í persecution in Iran.
May 9, 2023
13th International Convention
Reception with Haifa Mayor infused with unifying spirit of Convention
Distinctive Bahá’í electoral process explored at special reception which brought together dignitaries and Bahá’í delegates attending the International Bahá’í Convention.
May 3, 2023