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 CENTRE: Glenford E. Mitchell, 1935–2026
Glenford E. Mitchell, former member of the Universal House of Justice, passed away on 7 February 2026 in Decatur, Georgia, United States. He was 90 years old.
In Conversation: Contributions to social transformation in Kenya
Podcast explores how in Kenya, participation in Bahá’í moral and spiritual education is raising consciousness about individual and collective responsibility.
BIC NEW YORK: Institutions, communities, and individuals advancing the common good
A new statement to the UN Commission for Social Development reflects on how collaboration among institutions, communities, and individuals can strengthen social progress.
“Two Hundred Years of Hidden History”: Film explores Bahá’í contributions to Azerbaijani society
A new documentary traces the Bahá’í community’s journey in Azerbaijan, exploring a chapter of their country’s past deeply woven into its cultural fabric.
In Conversation: Fostering vibrant communities in the UK
In settings across the UK, young people are discovering that their desire to serve others can become a powerful force for building vibrant and united communities.
Brazil: National hearing examines efforts to address societal violence
Hearing in Brazil marked 40th anniversary of “The Promise of World Peace”, examines efforts to address societal violence.
Bahá’í World Centre: Counsellors’ return signals new phase in efforts for social transformation
With their consultations having concluded today, the Counsellors depart the Holy Land illumined by insights from the global efforts to contribute to social transformation
Bahá’í World Centre: Counsellors’ conference ends with reflection on spiritual renewal
After five days of consultation on efforts to contribute to social betterment, Counsellors concluded their conference in prayerful procession to the Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh
Bahá'í World Centre: Counsellors’ Conference opens
Over the coming days, Counsellors from around the world will consult on the advancement of the worldwide Bahá’í community, preparing for the years ahead.
Bahá'í World Centre: Counsellors’ Conference opens
Over the coming days, Counsellors from around the world will consult on the advancement of the worldwide Bahá’í community, preparing for the years ahead.
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.