Malaysia
Promoting unity in a land of great diversity
The Bahá’ís of Malaysia have been fostering constructive dialogue among a cross-section of their society about how all people can contribute to greater social cohesion.
September 14, 2021
Public Discourse
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
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
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
“A significant experience in our country”
Faith leaders in the UAE foster coexistence, build unified vision
A unique forum initiated by the Bahá’ís of the UAE is bringing together religious leaders for profound discussions about the role of religion in society.
July 22, 2021
“The problem of prejudice”
University course on peace leaves lasting impact on students
A course offered by the Bahá’í Chair at the University of Maryland explores societal issues in the light of moral principles, such as the elimination of prejudice.
July 12, 2021
Canada
New parliamentary caucus looks at religion’s role in society
Parliamentarians and Canada’s faith communities gather at the inauguration of a new all-party interfaith caucus for a rare dialogue about the role of faith in governance
June 29, 2021
Podcast
A path toward a unified America
Centenary of the first race amity conference held by the American Bahá’í community was marked by a three-day symposium exploring racial unity and social change.
June 16, 2021
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