Ugandans study approaches to development
KAMPALA, Uganda 30 November 2007 (BWNS)-After five frustrating decades of stalled attempts at development, a group of Ugandans have come together to examine the experience in their country and search for effective approaches. > GO TO STORY 

Two new members join Universal House of Justice
HAIFA, Israel, 24 March 2005 (BWNS) -- Two members of the Universal House of Justice have left the Baha'i Faith's international governing council after many years of service. > GO TO STORY 

Two new members join Universal House of Justice
HAIFA, Israel, 21 March 2005 (BWNS) -- The Universal House of Justice has announced the election of two new members, Dr. Payman Mohajer and Mr. Paul Lample. > GO TO STORY 

Pledges on equality 'need to be honored'
UNITED NATIONS, 16 March 2005 (BWNS) -- Governments should ensure that they act upon their commitments to advance the equality of women and men, said the principal representative of the Baha'i International Community to the United Nations, Bani Dugal, in a speech to commemorate International Women's Day. > GO TO STORY 

Inspiring youth to assist humanity
HLUBOKA, Czech Republic, 25 February 2004 (BWNS) -- A six-day gathering to inspire Baha'i youth to make their contribution to the welfare of humanity attracted participants from more than 30 countries. > GO TO STORY

Secret rendezvous of faith
WINDHOEK, Namibia, 19 February 2004 (BWNS) -- The first Namibian to become a Baha'i told participants at jubilee celebrations here about how he joined the Faith after secret meetings with the person who brought the teachings to this country. > GO TO STORY

Promoting social harmony in Europe
STRASBOURG, France, 11 February 2004 (BWNS) -- An exhibition on social harmony at the main building of the European Parliament was officially inaugurated at a reception here on 10 February. > GO TO STORY

Community builds first center
HUAHINE, French Polynesia, 5 February 2004 (BWNS) -- Devotional songs and prayers marked the inauguration of the first Baha'i center to be built in French Polynesia. > GO TO STORY

Travel writers salute 'floral jewel'
HAIFA, Israel, 31 January 2004 (BWNS) -- The Baha'i garden terraces surrounding the Shrine of the Bab on Mount Carmel have received an award from the Society of American Travel Writers. > GO TO STORY

Drumming and dancing in delight
HARARE, Zimbabwe, 25 January 2004 (BWNS) -- Musicians and dancers played a spectacular role during celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the arrival of the Baha'i Faith in Zimbabwe. > GO TO STORY

Handing on the light of faith
PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, 18 January 2004 (BWNS) -- Three generations demonstrated the growth of the Baha'i community in a moving presentation at the festivities marking the 50th anniversary of the arrival of the Faith here. > GO TO STORY

Royal recognition for services to women
LONDON, United Kingdom, 13 January 2004 (BWNS) -- A member of the British Baha'i community, Lois Hainsworth, will receive the award of Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) at Buckingham Palace on 11 February 2004. > GO TO STORY

Festivities exceed expectations
VICTORIA, Seychelles, 11 January 2004 (BWNS) -- A jubilant Baha'i community celebrated its 50th anniversary here in a week-long series of events which included the official opening of an impressive new building as its center. > GO TO STORY

Jubilee becomes major talking point
PORT BLAIR, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 6 January 2004 (BWNS) -- Celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the arrival of the Faith here became the talk of the islands as local dignitaries attended special events, and the media provided extensive coverage. > GO TO STORY

Generation expresses gratitude
PHOKENG, South Africa, 30 December 2003 (BWNS) -- Two young cousins provided a highlight here at the national Baha'i jubilee celebrations, which followed satellite festivities in eight cities. > GO TO STORY

Girl highlights conference theme
NEW DELHI, 24 December 2003 (BWNS) -- A 10-year-old girl made one of the most moving speeches at a conference here that stressed the importance of educating girls. > GO TO STORY

Global diversity at Information Society conference
GENEVA, 21 December 2003 (BWNS) -- The global diversity of the worldwide Baha'i community was showcased at a major United Nations conference on the creation of a global "Information Society". > GO TO STORY

South surges towards success
NASHVILLE, United States, 17 December 2003 (BWNS) -- Participants at the biggest Baha'i conference held in the United States since 2001 prepared themselves for increasingly focused efforts to expand the Faith in their country. > GO TO STORY

Celebrating with music and dance
LAS PALMAS, Canary Islands, 17 December 2003 (BWNS) -- Classical Spanish dances and melodies entertained participants at the 50th jubilee celebrations in the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands. > GO TO STORY



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