Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Plaza walls completed, trellis construction begins
The walls of the east and west sides of the plazas have now been completed, marking a new stage of construction.
September 10, 2021
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“United in its embrace”
Chiefs in Vanuatu reflect on temple’s unifying role
As anticipation builds for the completion of the Bahá’í House of Worship, chiefs and local leaders convey feelings of joy and a strong sense of hope for the future.
September 5, 2021
Advancement of women
‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s call for advancement of women inspires DRC conference
Participants draw inspiration from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s life and work as they make plans to intensify community-building activities that promote the full participation of women
August 31, 2021
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“Through the lens of human dignity”
BIC looks at media’s role in fostering unity
Journalists meet to explore how news media can build unity, as part of the BIC’s wider efforts to contribute to the discourse on the role of media in society.
August 27, 2021
New Zealand
A movement of youth inspires socially conscious music
Youth engaged in Bahá’í community-building efforts are inspiring their peers with music that responds to social issues heightened during the pandemic.
August 24, 2021
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“Exceptional solidarity”
#StopHatePropaganda reaches 88 million in support of Iran’s Bahá’ís
Campaign calling on Iran’s government to end hate speech against the country’s Bahá’ís draws unprecedented global support from many segments of society.
August 21, 2021
BIC Brussels
Fostering unity and belonging
BIC Brussels prompts discussion among municipal leaders and policymakers on the role of urban development in fostering social change in highly diverse neighborhoods
August 18, 2021
Papua New Guinea
House of Worship superstructure completed
A significant milestone has been reached with the completion of the superstructure, as the site of the House of Worship begins to receive groups of visitors.
August 15, 2021
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Turkey
Examining interplay of culture and gender equality
The Bahá’ís of Turkey are bringing together a cross-section of society to examine the spiritual principle of gender equality as a basis for social transformation.
August 10, 2021
Insightful and thought-provoking
ABS conference casts light on wide array of social themes
Annual conference of the Association for Bahá’í Studies draws thousands of participants, stimulating rich discussions on a wide variety of topics.
August 3, 2021