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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Bahá’í World Publication: New essays honoring life of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá focus on peace and higher education
The Bahá’í World online publication releases two new articles.
Gender equality: Change begins in the family, say Bahá’ís of South Africa
As calls for gender equality intensify in South Africa, the Bahá’ís of that country are drawing attention to the role of the family in promoting social change.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Artistic works mark historic occasion
Preparations for the commemoration of the centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing are giving rise to an outpouring of artistic expressions inspired by His life and work.
Jordan: Radio series on a coherent life inspires hope and action
A discussion series among journalists initiated by the Bahá’ís of Jordan led to a radio show on the material and spiritual dimensions of human life.
Kazakhstan: Journalists explore media’s role in promoting societal unity
The role of media as a constructive force in society is being explored in an ongoing series of gatherings hosted by the Bahá’í Office of External Affairs in Kazakhstan.
Agriculture: BIC underscores role of farmers in policymaking
Gathering held by the Geneva Office of the BIC examines how knowledge generated by farmers can inform and strengthen international policies on food and agriculture.
BIC Addis Ababa: Climate action requires insights of science and religion, says BIC
The BIC Addis Ababa Office brings together scientists and faith leaders to examine how science and religion can guide an effective response to the environmental crisis.
The Kitáb-i-Aqdas: Bahá’í Most Holy Book published in Icelandic
The Kitáb-i-Aqdas has been published in Icelandic for the first time, making available to an entire population Bahá’u’lláh’s Most Holy Book.
New study explores the application of spiritual principles to community life
Research conducted by the Indore Bahá’í Chair in collaboration with ISGP highlights the need to view human prosperity as an outcome of material and spiritual progress.
Youth: River cleanup in Brazil promotes environmental stewardship
Concerned with the state of their neighborhood, youth in Bahá’í community-building activities draw on government support to remove 12 tons of trash from a local river
Newly launched “Discourse TV” in Azerbaijan explores pressing social issues
A video program produced by the Bahá’ís of Azerbaijan features profound conversations on topics such as the equality of women and men and the role of media in society.
Malaysia: Promoting unity in a land of great diversity
The Bahá’ís of Malaysia have been fostering constructive dialogue among a cross-section of their society about how all people can contribute to greater social cohesion.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Plaza walls completed, trellis construction begins
The walls of the east and west sides of the plazas have now been completed, marking a new stage of construction.
“United in its embrace”: Chiefs in Vanuatu reflect on temple’s unifying role
As anticipation builds for the completion of the Bahá’í House of Worship, chiefs and local leaders convey feelings of joy and a strong sense of hope for the future.
Thousands at DRC conference reflect on ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s call for advancement of women
Participants draw inspiration from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s life and work as they make plans to intensify community-building activities that promote the full participation of women
“Through the lens of human dignity”: BIC looks at media’s role in fostering unity
Journalists meet to explore how news media can build unity, as part of the BIC’s wider efforts to contribute to the discourse on the role of media in society.
A movement of youth in New Zealand inspires socially conscious music
Youth engaged in Bahá’í community-building efforts are inspiring their peers with music that responds to social issues heightened during the pandemic.
“Exceptional solidarity”: #StopHatePropaganda reaches 88 million in support of Iran’s Bahá’ís
Campaign calling on Iran’s government to end hate speech against the country’s Bahá’ís draws unprecedented global support from many segments of society.
BIC Brussels: Fostering unity and belonging
BIC Brussels prompts discussion among municipal leaders and policymakers on the role of urban development in fostering social change in highly diverse neighborhoods
Papua New Guinea: House of Worship superstructure completed
A significant milestone has been reached with the completion of the superstructure, as the site of the House of Worship begins to receive groups of visitors.