Baha'i World News Service
The Bahá’í World News Service - BWNS - The official news source of the worldwide Bahá’í community, reports on major developments and endeavors of the global Bahá’í community.
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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.
Short film: “Expressions of Equality in the Family”
A new film titled “Expressions of Equality in the Family” explores how the principle of equality is reshaping patterns of life among several families in New Delhi.
BIC NEW YORK: UN General Assembly resolution highlights “cumulative” effects of Iran’s persecution of Bahá’ís
A resolution confirmed by the UN General Assembly condemns the “cumulative” impact of the Iranian government’s persecution of the Bahá’í community over the past 46 years.
“Weaving Paths”: New film reflects on FUNDAEC’s vision and work over 50 years
New film marks FUNDAEC’s 50th anniversary, reflecting on education grounded in the harmony of science and religion that enables communities to shape their own development
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.
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.
BIC BRUSSELS: Historic European Parliament resolution champions Bahá’í rights in Iran and condemns persecutions
MEPs denounce Iran’s campaign against Bahá’ís as “persecution by design,” “a state-engineered crime against humanity,” and a “continuing pattern of tyranny.”
Insights from the Field: Uncovering early Bahá’í contributions to 19th century Iran—Part 2
In this second installment, Moojan Momen explores how Bahá’u’lláh’s teachings reshaped early Bahá’í community life in Iran and inspired new forms of collective action.
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.
BIC NEW YORK: United Nations resolution condemns Iran’s human rights record
UN resolution condemns Iran’s escalating persecution of Bahá’ís and religious minorities, citing arrests, property confiscation, and educational discrimination.
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.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Landscaping work advances as ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre completed
A new milestone has been reached with the completion of the ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre as landscaping surrounding the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá continues to advance.
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.
“Generosity was everywhere”: Amid devastation, communities found strength during the Los Angeles fires
As wildfires ravaged the Los Angeles area, bonds forged through service became lifelines, revealing the quiet strength of a purposeful community in a time of crisis.
BIC Brussels: Recognizing youth as vital participants in promoting racial harmony
Drawing on Bahá’í experiences, a workshop with the European Commission explores how recognizing youth as agents of change advances efforts of racial unity.
"Practitoners of Peace": European youth consider their role in society’s renewal
500 youth from 22 countries in Eastern Europe gathered in Bucharest to explore how to intensify their efforts to contribute to the betterment of their societies.
Kiribati: Rethinking authority in pursuit of a culture of equality
Conversations on equality highlight that meaningful social change begins in the home through consultation, mutual respect, and recognition of human nobility.
Australia: Family-led environmental initiatives foster belonging
Families in rural Queensland turn a streetside garden into a place for service and to support local biodiversity.
KAZAKHSTAN: Religion as the inspiration for cooperation
Consultation is essential to addressing contemporary challenges, say Bahá’í delegates at the 8th Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions.
Terraces by Night: Thousands gather at Shrine of the Báb in admiration and contemplation
Over 13,000 people of diverse backgrounds experienced the illuminated terraces leading to the Shrine of the Báb on Mt. Carmel as part of the “Terraces by Night” event.