U.S. House of Representatives resolution condemns Iran's persecution of Baha'is
The United States Congress has called on Iran to release Baha'is imprisoned solely for their religious beliefs. In a resolution passed on 1 January,...
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Marathon run highlights Iran's human rights abuses
More than 500 people, ranging in age from primary school children to senior citizens, took to the streets here to support a marathon run which...
UN Iran expert raises "access to education" at seminar in UK parliament
The Iranian government's policy of excluding those it deems "ideologically unsound" from higher education is eroding progress made in women's...
In New Delhi, seminar explores ending violence against children
Ending the maltreatment and abuse of young people is a global challenge that must be urgently addressed. This was among the central themes of...
UN decries Iran's "serious ongoing and recurring" human rights violations
The UN General Assembly today expressed "deep concern" over Iran's "serious ongoing and recurring" human rights violations, decrying abuses that...
Artworks convey personal stories of persecution
Works of art by a group of Australian-Iranians are highlighting the issue of religious persecution in Iran. A new exhibition here includes works...
Exploring new frontiers of learning about peace
The new incumbent of the Baha'i Chair for World Peace has been describing aspects of the program's future development. Professor Hoda Mahmoudi...
A century on, legacy of ‘Abdu’l-Baha honored at UK government reception
Government ministers and members of parliament here welcomed more than 80 Baha’is to a unique event to pay tribute to ‘Abdu’l-Baha, 100 years...
UN vote registers "deep concern" over Iran's human rights violations
Citing a long list of abuses, a UN committee today expressed "deep concern" over "ongoing and recurring" human rights violations in Iran. By...
Hungarian personalities speak out for human rights in Iran
A host of well-known personalities have joined a campaign here to show support for victims of human rights abuses in Iran. Under the banner,...