Bolivia
Women’s education a catalyst for societal progress
A forum held by the Bahá’ís of Bolivia explores equality in educational opportunities for women, emphasizing the broader goal of weaving this principle throughout society
February 14, 2024
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In Conversation
Podcast explores power of prayer to shape communities
In this podcast episode, we hear accounts of how prayer and efforts to apply spiritual principles to one’s daily life provide the seeds for social betterment.
February 9, 2024
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Kazakhstan
Spiritual principles basis for strengthening the family
Roundtable discussions held by the Bahá’ís of Kazakhstan explore how a conception of human nature rooted in the nobility of human beings can strengthen family life.
February 1, 2024
BIC Geneva
Iranian thought leaders call for an end to the “historical shame” of Bahá’í persecution
More than 150 Iranian human rights advocates, and social and political activists sign public statement condemning new wave of arrests against Bahá’ís.
January 23, 2024
Insights from the Field
Podcast explores advances in gender equality in India
Counsellor Bhavna Anbarasan shares insights arising from Bahá’í endeavors in villages in the Indian state of Bihar where a culture of equality is taking root.
January 18, 2024
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Papua New Guinea
Hand carved timber panels beautify emerging temple
Local craftsmen in PNG have hand carved 432 timber panels that now frame the nine doors of the rising House of Worship.
January 11, 2024
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The Kitáb-i-Aqdas
Bahá’í Most Holy Book published in Polish
The Polish translation of the Kitáb-i-Aqdas has been published in print for the first time, the culmination of a dedicated effort spanning almost three decades.
January 7, 2024
Fostering hope and fellowship
Series of gatherings in ‘Akká-Haifa promote warm interactions
Prayer gatherings in ‘Akká-Haifa have welcomed all people, irrespective of their cultural or religious backgrounds, in a shared spirit of kindness and fellowship.
January 4, 2024
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2023
Year in Review
As 2023 comes to an end, the Bahá’í World News Service looks back at glimpses from efforts around the global Bahá’í community to contribute to social progress.
December 29, 2023
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COP28
Broader conception of human progress needed, says the BIC
Delegates of the Bahá’í International Community at COP28 highlight the need for a broader understanding of progress, encompassing both material and spiritual development.
December 27, 2023