Houses of Worship
Ground broken for first local Bahá’í temple in India
Historic ceremony marks start of construction for the first local Bahá’í House of Worship in India.
February 21, 2021
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“An extraordinary wave of support”
Calls in unison for Iran to end persecution of Bahá’ís
An extraordinary wave of support from Muslim leaders, government officials, and parliamentarians comes as persecution of Iran’s Bahá’í community intensifies.
February 18, 2021
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
First steps taken to raise walls of central plaza
Custom-made formwork that will be used to mold plaza walls has been assembled as berm walls rise and work on garden paths advances.
February 15, 2021
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“We stand with the Bahá’ís of Iran”
Former Canadian Prime Minister and judges condemn persecution of Bahá’ís
Former PM, justice ministers, and Supreme Court judges are among high-ranking legal professionals condemning recent court ruling to confiscate Bahá’í properties.
February 13, 2021
BIC New York
New statement underscores moral dimensions of technology
A BIC statement to the 59th session of the UN Commission for Social Development was at the heart of discussions Wednesday on AI.
February 12, 2021
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“Participation is the key”
Bahá’í Chair tackles food security
Researchers and practitioners gather to explore insights into the complex and multidimensional challenges related to the availability of and access to food.
February 10, 2021
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“Glimpses into the Spirit of Gender Equality”
BIC releases new film
The film on equality between women and men premiered today and marks the 25th Anniversary of the landmark Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
February 3, 2021
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Chad
Chiefs’ gathering opens new horizons
Prompted by a desire for social progress, traditional chiefs gather to discuss their shared responsibility for the well-being of their people.
January 31, 2021
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Concrete bases for garden berms completed
With work on berm foundations completed, structural reinforcements are now being put in place for one of the walls enclosing the south plaza.
January 26, 2021
“Gathering under the ‘tent of unity’”
Interfaith in PNG finds new path
Event marking World Religion Day brings religious communities together around what binds them all together.
January 22, 2021
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