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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BIC Addis Ababa: Addressing the disproportionate impact of climate crisis on women
The BIC explores the disproportionate impact of climate change on women, emphasizing the principle of equality of women and men as essential to addressing climate issues.
Three weeks in Iran: 200 incidents of Baháʼís being targeted as international community roundly condemns “sweeping crackdown”
Government officials and international media outlets have rushed to the defense of the Bahá’ís of Iran, provoked by an escalating crackdown on the community.
Bahá’í World News Service: Russian-language BWNS launches
The Bahá’í World News Service is now available in Russian, joining the English and three other language-versions of the site.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Construction project moves forward as cleaning ends
Construction of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá continues to advance following the fire caused by an accident in April. The cleaning is set to be completed in the coming days.
Bahá’í World Publication: New article examines the pursuit of social justice
The latest article on The Bahá’í World website explores fundamental Bahá’í principles, correlating them with prevailing conceptions and with movements for social justice.
Houses of Worship: Intricate exterior design of DRC temple comes into view
The emerging Bahá’í House of Worship is inspiring many conversations about service to society—the theme of a newly launched online video series on the temple.
Update: 6 Bahá’í homes destroyed and 20 hectares of land confiscated by Iranian government agents
Government agents sealed off the village of Roushankouh, demolishing Bahá’í homes and confiscating their lands, escalating the persecution of the Bahá’ís of Iran.
Breaking: Shocking demolition of homes and land grabs signals intensifying persecution of Iran’s Baháʼís
In a cruel escalation, up to 200 Iranian government agents have sealed off the village of Roushankouh, where a large number of Baháʼís live, demolishing their homes.
“Senseless cruelty”: Fresh wave of arrests and raids across Iran as Bahá’ís absurdly accused of “colonialism”
The Iranian government issues appalling statement of hate propaganda against country’s Bahá’ís, as it raids 52 homes and businesses, arrests or imprisons 13 individuals.
United Kingdom: How sensationalist journalism obscures view of reality
Experienced journalists sat with the UK Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs to explore how news reporting can promote understanding and dialogue.
Egypt: Short film on Bahá’í community highlights efforts for coexistence
A documentary produced by a news organization in Egypt highlights the history of the Bahá’ís of Egypt and their efforts to contribute to the progress of their society.
44 Iranian Bahá'ís arrested, arraigned, or jailed as leading human rights figure says situation is “getting worse”
The Iranian government’s systematic campaign to persecute Iran’s Bahá’ís accelerated again with the arrest, court hearing, or imprisonment of more Bahá’ís.
Tackling hate speech at nexus of tech, government, and civil society
A BIC forum at the RightsCon summit explored the collaboration that is needed across the tech sector, government, and civil society to address online hate speech
Global Conferences: Worldwide conferences have inspired hope, say societal leaders
Officials and other leaders are expressing appreciation for how the conferences have infused communities with a heightened consciousness of humanity’s oneness.
Azerbaijan: Bahá’í principle of unity inspires national conference on coexistence
The first national conference on coexistence in Azerbaijan was inspired by discussions about the Bahá’í principle of unity in diversity just days before to the event.
BIC New York: Recasting humanity’s relationship with natural world
Released on the occasion of Stockholm+50, the BIC explores root causes of escalating environmental breakdown and highlights principles and proposals for action.
Tunisia: TV interview explores constructive role of religion in society
A representative of Bahá’ís of Tunisia draws on the experience of the Bahá’ís of that country to explore the concept of religion as a force for social progress.
“Family a seedbed for change”: Fostering a new culture of equality in India
The Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs of India shares insights and ideas relevant to the national discourse on the equality of women and men.
“We are all one family”: Religious leaders highlight moral education as foundation for peace
Religious leaders and government officials gather to discuss collective efforts toward fostering peace, amity, and concord.
“Radiating peace and hope”: Bahá’í temple in Panama marks 50th anniversary
Government officials and leaders of diverse faith communities reflect on the unifying role of the Bahá’í House of Worship in Panama over the past fifty years.