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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Looking beyond the health crisis in the Kurdistan region of Iraq
Social actors examine how the expression of spiritual principles bringing people together now can be sustained and strengthened well into the future.
Community banks in Nicaragua take early precautions
Baha’i-inspired program draws on experience and sound principles in response to global health crisis.
Local Temple design unveiled in India
Design for the Baha’i House of Worship in Bihar Sharif is revealed by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of the country.
Working through crisis fosters greater societal unity in Kazakhstan
Segments of society in Kazakhstan explore together how setting aside differences to battle the current health crisis has strengthen social cohesion in the country.
Work presses on at the site for the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Baha
Despite slowdowns in aspects of the project to ensure the safety of personnel on the construction site, foundational work advances and nears completion.
Community of English learners support one another during health crisis
Friendships built through the English Corner program in Vancouver, Canada, become source of support in difficult times.
New addition completes bicentenary websites: a unique glimpse of unity in diversity
The addition of a new section provides a glimpse of commemorations from around the world honoring the anniversary of the birth of the Bab.
Networks in the Congo keep thousands informed and inspired
Baha’is draw on community ties to provide accurate information and advice, inspiring solidarity and hope in facing the health crisis.
Youth move to forefront of grassroots response throughout the US
Youth in the US are drawing on experiences and support structures developed through community-building initiatives to serve their society at this difficult time.
Providing food security in the face of a global health crisis
Various communities around the world are preparing to provide for food security, drawing on capacities developed through the Preparation for Social Action program.
Local Assemblies, individuals, and communities in India respond in unison
In communities throughout the country, reservoirs of energy are being channeled into actions that aim to allay the suffering caused by the current global health crisis.
Youth in Sierra Leone produce film to protect community against coronavirus
Youth use music and drama to create a film that helps educate their community about preventing the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Australian Prime Minister expresses gratitude to Baha’i community
Message from the Prime Minister acknowledges the contributions of the Baha’i community to Australian society and highlights the importance of faith in a time of crisis.
Faith groups in Tunisia call for harmony between science and religion
In a message to the people of their country, the Baha’i community, other faith groups, and social actors draw attention to the significance of science and religion.
Radio broadcasts in Uganda comfort and inspire amidst crisis
As public health measures restrict gatherings for worship, Ugandan Baha’is find creative ways to promote prayer on radio and other means of mass communication.
Youth in Italy create media to inspire vision of a better world
At a time of great uncertainty in their country, young Italians are seizing the opportunity to explore issues of profound import through media.
Village members prepared weeks in advance to protect their community
Baha’is in a Slovenian village have been part of efforts to prepare for and mitigate the effects of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Children in Luxembourg send love and encouragement to healthcare professionals
Participants in educational activities of the Baha’i community send messages of appreciation to healthcare professionals dealing with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Youth group distributes food, gains city and National Guard support
Youth in a suburb of New York City engaged in initiatives of the Baha’i community aimed at social progress adapt quickly to address challenges caused by school closures.
Rising to the occasion in a global crisis
Baha’i communities across the world respond quickly and constructively to the challenging circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).