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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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.
Examining interplay of culture and gender equality in Turkey
The Bahá’ís of Turkey are bringing together a cross-section of society to examine the spiritual principle of gender equality as a basis for social transformation.
Insightful and thought-provoking: ABS conference casts light on wide array of social themes
Annual conference of the Association for Bahá’í Studies draws thousands of participants, stimulating rich discussions on a wide variety of topics.
“It is appearing before our eyes”: Emerging DRC temple inspires growing numbers to action
Although in its early stages, the Bahá’í temple is giving rise to greater action aimed at the material and spiritual progress of society.
“A significant experience in our country”: Faith leaders in the UAE foster coexistence, build unified vision
A unique forum initiated by the Bahá’ís of the UAE is bringing together religious leaders for profound discussions about the role of religion in society.
“This must stop”: Anti-Bahá’í propaganda intensifies in Iran, evokes global outcry
Government officials and prominent figures raise alarm as a state-sponsored campaign of hate speech and propaganda against Iranian Bahá’ís reaches new levels.
“The problem of prejudice”: University course on peace leaves lasting impact on students
A course offered by the Bahá’í Chair at the University of Maryland explores societal issues in the light of moral principles, such as the elimination of prejudice.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Pillars of main edifice completed
In addition to the pillars, the first set of folding walls has been completed, and preparations are beginning for a trellis that will span the plaza
New Canadian parliamentary caucus looks at religion’s role in society
Parliamentarians and Canada’s faith communities gather at the inauguration of a new all-party interfaith caucus for a rare dialogue about the role of faith in governance
Temple arrival marks a new dawn in the heart of the Pacific
Work on the local Bahá’í temple in Vanuatu has begun, after the main components for its construction were transported to the remote island of Tanna.
A path toward a unified America
Centenary of the first race amity conference held by the American Bahá’í community was marked by a three-day symposium exploring racial unity and social change.