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- Nov 26, 2020
- 6 min
“Creating an Inclusive Narrative”: Australian publication points to shared identity
How can a society with diverse views on history, culture, and values—some seemingly at odds with each other—forge a common identity
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- Nov 25, 2020
- 2 min
UN resolution condemns human rights violations in Iran
A committee of the UN General Assembly passed a resolution Wednesday, calling on Iran to observe human rights for all its citizens.
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- Nov 23, 2020
- 2 min
Papua New Guinea: House of Worship takes shape
Coming into view from all directions as one approaches the Waigani area of Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
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- Nov 19, 2020
- 1 min
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Structure rises above foundations
Since the completion of the foundations for the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, the first vertical elements are now being raised.
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- Nov 19, 2020
- 3 min
Envisioning a 2050 Food System for Treaty Four Territory
The work of a consultative group of experts in agriculture, food, and environmental issues has been recognized as one of 10 finalists
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- Nov 16, 2020
- 2 min
A growing chorus of voices calls for the release of Baha’i prisoners of conscience in Iran
The recent arrest of Hooshmand Talebi and Mojdeh Eghterafi, an Iranian Baha’i couple, has attracted widespread attention from Canadian media
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- Nov 13, 2020
- 4 min
Youth in Beirut create disaster recovery network
In the days after the explosion that rocked Beirut in August, a group of youth engaged in Bahá’í community-building efforts.
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- Nov 1, 2020
- 3 min
New Constitution: Conversations in Chile pave new path
In the lead-up to the vote this week in Chile to establish a new constitution, conversations about building an equitable society.
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- Nov 1, 2020
- 2 min
Sweden’s Foreign Minister meets Baha’is to express concern over human rights violations in Iran and
Ann Linde, Foreign Minister of Sweden, met virtually last week with representatives of the Baha’i community of Sweden.
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- Oct 28, 2020
- 3 min
MPs and religious groups explore connection between faith, democracy and dialogue
The DemocracyXChange Summit is where civil society groups and political leaders explore ways to strengthen democratic processes.
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- Oct 28, 2020
- 3 min
Bahá’í Radio: Stations invite participation, connect people during pandemic
Radio stations operated by Bahá’í communities in several countries have found a renewed purpose during the pandemic.
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- Oct 20, 2020
- 2 min
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Foundations completed
The foundations of the edifice have now been laid and construction is approaching a new stage.
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- Oct 20, 2020
- 3 min
Groundbreaking for House of Worship celebrated across DRC
Construction of the national Bahá’í House of Worship in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) was inaugurated on Sunday.
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- Sep 23, 2020
- 2 min
BIC marks 75 years of UN, envisages path to just global order
As the United Nations marks its 75th anniversary, the Bahá’í International Community (BIC) has released a statement on the occasion.
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- Sep 18, 2020
- 1 min
Latest “Bahá’í World” essays delve into economic justice, racial unity, community building
The Bahá’í World website published three new articles on themes highly relevant to the well-being and progress of humanity.
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- Sep 18, 2020
- 4 min
University students engage in conversations on social change
In this period of heightened uncertainty, youth have been confronted with questions about the direction in which the world is headed.
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- Sep 12, 2020
- 3 min
“Beyond Critique to Constructive Engagement”: Thousands gather in virtual ABS conference
More than 3,000 people in North America and other parts of the world recently participated in the annual conference of the ABS.
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- Sep 3, 2020
- 3 min
Association for Baha’i Studies expands participation with virtual conference
A virtual Association for Baha’i Studies conference engaged thousands of participants across Canada and the United States.
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- Sep 1, 2020
- 3 min
Healthcare professionals see distinctive role for community during pandemic
Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals have been working tirelessly to keep people around the globe safe from the coronavirus.
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- Aug 30, 2020
- 1 min
Yemeni court prosecutes case against Baha’is despite their earlier release
Religiously motivated charges on 6 already reliease Baha'is were not dropped.
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