India’s president honors the Bab’s historic bicentenary

The country’s Baha’i community held a special reception for the president and more than 160 dignitaries, civil society and faith leaders, academics, and artists.

100 years on, remembering ‘Abdu’l-Baha’s call for peace in the First Tablet to The Hague

His message outlined the requisite spiritual foundations for peace. Its centenary is being commemorated by the Netherlands’ Baha’i community.

Exploring the distinctive role of youth, Germany’s Baha’is give impetus to an expanding conversation

Discussions are taking place around the country about how youth develop their potential to contribute to society.

At BIC, bicentenary celebrations explore peace, oneness of humanity

Baha’i International Community offices bring together dozens of dignitaries and other officials in celebration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Bab.

Thinkers challenge social structures, link women’s empowerment to peace and progress

Academics examined the inseparable relationship between the advancement of women and the creation of prosperous and peaceful societies.

At General Assembly summit, civil society given prominent voice

At a first-of-its-kind meeting at the UN, civil society organizations participated in a high-level discussion on the status of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Dutch parliamentary year begins with interfaith gathering, gives voice to youth

The prime minister, members of parliament, mayor of The Hague, and faith communities mark the opening of the parliamentary year by reflecting on a vision for the future.

Role of sacred space

A conversation on places of worship

Religious leaders, students, scholars, and others explored the role that sacred spaces play in contemporary Indian society.

Baha’i studies

Aiming to apply spiritual principles to humanity’s social progress

The annual conference of the Association for Baha’i Studies brought together 1,400 people for a lively discussion on contributing to social progress.

Power of history

The pursuit of truth, justice, and unity

A network of likeminded organizations, including the U.S. Baha’i public affairs office, is exploring the power of history in shaping the future.