Brazil
National hearing examines efforts to address societal violence
Hearing in Brazil marked 40th anniversary of “The Promise of World Peace”, examines efforts to address societal violence.
January 19, 2026
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Bahá’í World Centre
Counsellors’ return signals new phase in efforts for social transformation
With their consultations having concluded today, the Counsellors depart the Holy Land illumined by insights from the global efforts to contribute to social transformation
January 10, 2026
Bahá’í World Centre
Counsellors’ conference ends with reflection on spiritual renewal
After five days of consultation on efforts to contribute to social betterment, Counsellors concluded their conference in prayerful procession to the Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh
January 4, 2026
Bahá'í World Centre
Counsellors’ Conference opens
Over the coming days, Counsellors from around the world will consult on the advancement of the worldwide Bahá’í community, preparing for the years ahead.
December 31, 2025
2025
Year in Review
As 2025 comes to an end, the Bahá’í World News Service looks back at glimpses from efforts of the global Bahá’í community to foster a more harmonious world.
December 27, 2025
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COP30
BIC highlights ethics, future generations, and shared responsibility
From high-level panels to a youth ‘mini-COP’, Bahá’í contributions at COP30 explore the role of ethics and of future generations in guiding climate decisions.
December 11, 2025
BIC New York
New Principal Representative of the Bahá’í International Community appointed
Rachel Bayani has been appointed as BIC’s new Principal Representative, following Bani Dugal who had been serving in this capacity since 2003.
December 5, 2025
BIC
African-European interdependence examined in new BIC statement
BIC statement to African and European Heads of State and Government emphasizes implications of interdependence and expanding conceptions of progress and development.
November 27, 2025
Second World Social Summit
BIC delegation highlights humanity’s interdependence in addressing inequality
BIC delegation to the Second World Summit for Social Development highlights the need to reimagine development through the lens of collective well-being.
November 20, 2025
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Insights from the Field
Uncovering early Bahá’í contributions to 19th century Iran—Part 1
New two-part podcast explores the largely hidden history of significant Bahá’í contributions to education, governance, and social reform in 19th century Iran.
November 6, 2025
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