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2018 in review

progress and insights

For the Baha’i world, 2018 was marked by a wide range of developments.

Why religion is in the spotlight again

For leaders in virtually every region of the world, questions about religion and its role in society persist.

Last member of former Yaran ends prison term, persecution continues

As Afif Naeimi, 56, completes his unjust prison sentence, dozens of Iranian Baha’is remain in prison and thousands more face daily persecution.

On migration, BIC sees need for cooperation, focuses on root causes

A historic consensus on international migration has emerged among world leaders.

UN resolution calls for end to Iran’s persecution of Baha’is

The UN General Assembly calls on Iran to end denial of education, incitement to hatred, destruction of cemeteries, and other attacks on Baha’is.

BIC joins Arab leaders to advance sustainable development goals

A major regional summit aimed to address vital issues in the Arab region.

Contributing to social transformation—reflections on Baha’i participation in discourses

This is the first part of a series about what the Baha’i community is learning in its efforts to contribute to the discourses of society nationally and internationally.

Remembering ‘Abdu’l-Baha’s call for unity, a century after World War I

‘Abdu’l-Baha’s warnings about war and the urgency of His call for peace are a stark reminder of the dangers that remain.

UN resolution calls for end to Iran’s rights violations against Baha’is

The UN General Assembly calls on Iran to end denial of education, incitement to hatred, destruction of cemeteries, and other attacks on Baha’is.

Shapoor Monadjem, 1933-2018

The Universal House of Justice sent a message to all National Spiritual Assemblies on the passing of former International Teaching Centre member Shapoor Monadjem.