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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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.
Insights from the Field: Application of spiritual principles to academic inquiry
Participants at the annual ABS conference reflect on how spiritual principles can inform inquiry across diverse fields—from neuroscience to information technology.
ETHIOPIA: New podcast invites youth to reflect on identity and purpose
A new podcast by the Bahá’ís of Ethiopia creates a space for youth to reflect on questions of identity in a society comprising more than 80 ethnic groups.
Reimagining America’s story: How unity and justice can shape national narratives
A symposium by the Bahá’ís of the US explores how stories grounded in unity and justice can hold the country’s painful realities and shared aspirations in the same frame.
BIC New York: New book spans 30 years of contributions to discourse on equality
A new book by the BIC, “In Full Partnership”, reflects on the profound interdependence of humanity’s advancement and the flourishing of women and girls.
In Conversation: Fostering cohesive neighborhoods in the United States
The latest podcast episode explores how youth in the US, inspired by spiritual principles, are discovering the joy of serving together for the common good.
BIC Geneva: UN Secretary-General’s report highlights persecution of Bahá’ís in Iran
New UN global report on intolerance and violence based on religion and belief cites Iran’s persecution of Bahá’ís as systematic repression.
Association for Bahá’í Studies: Towards a reimagining of academic enquiry
Participants of the 49th conference of the ABS explore the application of the Bahá’í teachings to a wide array of prevalent discourses on the wellbeing of humanity.
In Conversation: Hope inspires action in Central Asia
This podcast episode explores how young people in the Caucasus and Central Asia are overcoming social barriers and contributing to the betterment of their communities.
Mansion of Mazra‘ih: New landscaping work now surrounds Holy Place with tranquil meadow
New landscaping work in the vicinity of the Mansion of Mazra‘ih now allows visitors to experience the tranquil spirit long associated with this Holy Place.
Equality of women and men: Reimagining power as cooperation
BIC Offices in Addis Ababa and Cairo explore how societies must transcend conceptions of power as domination if they are to move toward genuine equality of women and men.