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In conversation: Podcast explores impact of Houses of Worship on community life
During recent consultations at the Bahá’í World Centre, a few attendees sat down with the News Service for a podcast episode.
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- Aug 28
- 2 min
DRC House of Worship: Peaceful environs inspire thoughtful discussion on the environment
Within the serene setting of the Bahá’í House of Worship in Kinshasa, a vibrant discussion on humanity’s relationship with the natural world
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- Aug 28
- 2 min
BIC New York: Exploring the concept of shared identity during UN General Assembly High-Level Week
The need for a vision of a shared identity based on the idea of the oneness of humanity was highlighted by the BIC at assemblies at the UN.
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- Aug 25
- 2 min
Austria: Play explores Táhirih’s connection with pioneer of women’s movement
What is the connection between Táhirih and Marianne Hainisch?
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- Aug 25
- 2 min
Kazakhstan: Social progress depends on commitment to spiritual principles
Religious leaders from around the world gathered recently at the 7th Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions.
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- Aug 25
- 6 min
A seamless experience: Charting the future of the educational journey in Zambia
Bahá’í institutions and organizations in Zambia gathered recently in Lusaka to give a view of the various educational undertakings
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- Jun 24
- 5 min
Ten Baha’i women executed together 40 years ago
Global campaign honors them in support of gender equality in Iran, calling for public creative contributions
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- Jun 24
- 3 min
Campaign honors Bahá’í women executed in Iran 40 years ago and highlights principle of equality
June 18, 2023 will mark 40 years since the Islamic Republic of Iran carried out a chilling act of oppression:
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- Jun 24
- 3 min
“Echoes of injustice”: Global event honors 10 Bahá’í women 40 years on
Central Hall Westminster in London resonated with artistic performances and moving presentations honoring 10 Bahá’í women
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- May 9
- 1 min
13th International Convention: Homeward-bound, delegates radiate spirit of unity
International Bahá’í Convention participants culminated with high emotion yesterday evening, as they commemorated the Festival of Riḍván.
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- Apr 20
- 2 min
United States: Mayor declares ‘World Peace Week’ in honor of Baha’i Chair anniversary
Mayor of Athens, Georgia, declares World Peace Week in honor of the Bahá'í Chair for World Peace's 30th anniversary.
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- Mar 4
- 1 min
Esslemont College - Australia's First Baha'i Inspired School
Behind the scenes with the principal of Esslemont College
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- Dec 12, 2022
- 2 min
“Love for all humanity”: Contributing to the discourse on racial unity in the Netherlands
Recently, questions concerning national identity, migration, and prejudice were propelled into the public consciousness in the Netherlands.
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- Dec 12, 2022
- 2 min
BIC Brussels: Exploring agricultural policies in light of the oneness of humanity
The Brussels Office of the Bahá’í International Community (BIC) has released a statement titled Towards a Sustainable Food System.
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- Nov 30, 2022
- 1 min
BIC statement at Human Rights Council special session on Iran
The 35th special session of the Human Rights Council addressed the deteriorating situation of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran
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- Nov 8, 2022
- 2 min
Tunisia: TV interview explores constructive role of religion in society
In an episode of a TV show in Tunisia, a representative of the Bahá’ís of Tunisia sat down for a discussion on the role of religion.
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- Nov 7, 2022
- 2 min
BIC New York: Recasting humanity’s relationship with natural world
“Will humanity act on the truth that its own destiny and that of the planet are irrevocably intertwined?" asks the BIC in a recent statement
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- Nov 7, 2022
- 2 min
Azerbaijan: Bahá’í principle of unity inspires national conference on coexistence
The first national conference on fostering coexistence in Azerbaijan was held by the government’s State Committee on Religious Associations
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- Nov 7, 2022
- 3 min
BIC Geneva: Tackling hate speech at nexus of tech, government, and civil society
To address the challenge of increasing hate speech online there needs to be closer collaboration between the tech sector and the government.
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- Sep 16, 2022
- 1 min
Bahá’í World Publication: New article examines the pursuit of social justice
The past century has seen the emergence of a rich landscape of social movements aimed at overcoming injustice.
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- Sep 16, 2022
- 2 min
BIC Addis Ababa: Addressing the disproportionate impact of climate crisis on women
A recent forum held by the Addis Ababa Office of the BIC explored the disproportionate impact of the climate crisis on women.
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- Sep 16, 2022
- 2 min
Egypt: Short film on Bahá’í community highlights efforts for coexistence
A film, “A Bahá’í in Egypt: A story of 3 generations” made by Elsaha, based in Egypt, gives a perspective on the experience of Baha'is.
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- Sep 15, 2022
- 3 min
United Kingdom: How sensationalist journalism obscures view of reality
What is the role of journalists in promoting understanding, especially in a media environment that is often driven by sensationalism?
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- Sep 15, 2022
- 3 min
“Senseless cruelty”: New wave of arrests across Iran as Bahá’ís absurdly accused of “colonialism"
Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence issued an appalling statement of oppressive hate propaganda against the persecuted Bahá’í religious minority
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- Sep 15, 2022
- 1 min
Bahá’í World News Service: Russian-language BWNS launches
The Bahá’í World News Service is now available in Russian.
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- Sep 10, 2022
- 9 min
Three weeks in Iran: 200 incidents of Baháʼís being targeted
Government officials, international media outlets and many civil society actors and individuals have rushed to defend the Baha'is of Iran.
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- Sep 10, 2022
- 1 min
Update: 6 Bahá’í homes destroyed and 20 hectares of land confiscated by Iranian government agents
Some 200 Iranian government agents destroyed six homes and confiscated over 20 hectares of land belonging to Bahá’ís in Roushankouh.
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- Sep 10, 2022
- 2 min
Houses of Worship: Intricate exterior design of DRC temple comes into view
Work on the decorative tile cladding of the dome of the Bahá’í House of Worship in the DRC has notably advanced.
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- Aug 31, 2022
- 2 min
An uplifting wave of global conferences inspires common purpose
Over 80 conferences are taking place across Canada alongside many others around the world that are teaching how to build vibrant communities
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- Aug 31, 2022
- 4 min
“Family a seedbed for change”: Fostering a new culture of equality in India
Justice necessitates that women should have equal rights as men. However, achieving true equality is difficult.
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- Aug 30, 2022
- 1 min
Shocking demolition of homes and land grabs signals intensifying persecution of Iran’s Baháʼís
In a cruel escalation, two days after previous attacks on Baháʼís in Iran, Iranian government and local agents have sealed off Roushankouh.
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- Jun 11, 2022
- 3 min
Our Whole Society conference features UN Special Rapporteur
The seventh iteration of Our Whole Society, a national conference dedicated to examining the role of religion, took place as a hybrid event.
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- Jun 11, 2022
- 2 min
“We are all one family”: Religious leaders highlight moral education as foundation for peace
The 12th Annual Conference of the Council of Religious Leaders in Israel was hosted recently at the Bahá’í World Centre.
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- Jun 10, 2022
- 2 min
Indore Bahá’í Chair: Principles requisite for climate action
For the past two years, the Bahá’í Chair for Studies in Development at Devi Ahilya University has been organizing a series of webinars.
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- Jun 10, 2022
- 2 min
Earth Day conversation examines gender equality and climate change
Following the 66th session of the UN CSW the Bahá’í Community of Canada’s Office of Public Affairs hosted a virtual discussion.
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- May 30, 2022
- 2 min
“Radiating peace and hope”: Bahá’í temple in Panama marks 50th anniversary
Standing at the summit of Cerro Sonsonate is the Bahá’í House of Worship in Panama City.
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- May 21, 2022
- 2 min
BIC: Promoting principle of oneness in African-European partnership
Over the past two years, the pandemic has prompted global recognition of the interdependence of nations, particularly their economic ties.
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- Apr 19, 2022
- 1 min
Prime Minister Trudeau sends Ridván greetings
Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, has written to extend his greetings to the Canadian Bahá’í community on the occasion of Ridvan.
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- Apr 12, 2022
- 2 min
Canadian delegates participate in the 66th United Nations Commission on the Status of Women
From March 14–24, 2022, two staff from the Bahá’í Community of Canada’s Office of Public Affairs participated in the annual U.N. Commission.
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- Apr 12, 2022
- 3 min
All Party Parliamentary Interfaith Group examines the moral dimension of climate change
“We are in a moment of peril, but… we are also in a moment of great promise,” said Member of Parliament Elizabeth May.
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- Apr 12, 2022
- 2 min
Canadian Interfaith Conversation marks the second anniversary of the pandemic
In March 2020, the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak a global pandemic.
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- Apr 12, 2022
- 3 min
Bahá’í institutions and agencies gather to plan new phase of development
Over 150 representatives of local, regional and national Bahá’í institutions and agencies recently gathered at the Toronto Bahá’í Centre.
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- Apr 12, 2022
- 3 min
Imagining a future of gender equality
How could we imagine a future in which the equality of women and men has been fully realized in society?
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- Apr 12, 2022
- 5 min
Global conferences: Fostering a culture of peace, contributing to social betterment
A rising wave of conferences is sweeping across the globe bringing together everyone from around the world to serve humanity.
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- Apr 12, 2022
- 3 min
DRC: Superstructure of temple nears completion
The steel superstructure for the 26-metre-high dome of the national Bahá’í House of Worship in the DRC is nearing completion.
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- Apr 12, 2022
- 2 min
BIC: Re-envisioning the future of work
The unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic have led many people throughout the world to reflect deeply on how they live and work.
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- Apr 11, 2022
- 3 min
BIC New York: Forum highlights women’s critical role in climate action
The New York Office of the BIC recently brought together representatives of many different communities and organizations.
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- Apr 9, 2022
- 2 min
Chile House of Worship: How to foster prosperous cities
How can spiritual principles such as justice and oneness guide the development of cities?
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- Mar 15, 2022
- 1 min
Bahá’í World Publication: New article highlights efforts for racial justice in US
The latest article published on The Bahá’í World website examines the American Bahá’í community’s efforts to counter the effects of racism.
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- Mar 5, 2022
- 2 min
United Kingdom: New podcast explores relationship between religion and media
A new podcast series, “In Good Faith,” exploring the relationship between religion and the media has been launched.
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