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Communities feel spiritual impulse of pilgrimage

For thousands of people each year, Baha’i pilgrimage represents a period of reflection and renewal, of meditation and prayer, and of profound transformation.

Exploring how Houses of Worship are connecting with their societies

The latest Bahá’í World News Service podcast episode features insights emerging from some of the Bahá’í Temples around the world.

In natural disasters, capacities of local communities vital

The Baha’i International Community hosted a dynamic exchange about central role of local communities in humanitarian relief.

In Spain, a dynamic conversation aims to prevent radicalization

With academics, journalists, and government and military officials grappling with extremism, a university course brings to light emerging and leading perspectives.

As momentous bicentenary approaches, communities prepare

As the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Bab approaches, many communities are preparing, including the Baha’is of Germany.

Bringing the insights of religion into development

A panel at a major international development conference reflected advances in thought about local capacity and the role of religion in social and economic progress.

Momentous gathering focuses on Houses of Worship

The Bahá’í community has been engaged in an intensive process of learning about these sacred structures.

Faith as catalyst of social change

Perspectives from the Congo

Faith communities in Kinshasa have come together in pursuit of a more peaceful and united society.

Overcoming prejudice through education

The latest BWNS podcast episode explores how a group of young women helped their community to shed superstitious attitudes that have ostracized women for generations.

Baha’i World article highlights centrality of agriculture

Drawing on Baha’i teachings and history, an article in the newly-launched online publication describes the importance of rural development.