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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Escalation in persecution of Baha’is in Iran: tried in court and imprisoned for their beliefs
Iranian authorities target at least 77 individuals across the country in recent weeks despite the present health crisis.
Conversations on social cohesion gather momentum in Australia since pandemic
The Australian Baha’i community encourages an exploration on pressing issues, such as racial and economic disparities, in an online seminar about social cohesion.
Prerequisites for peace penned 100 years ago reverberate today
‘Abdu’l-Baha’s call a century ago for universal peace and for the elimination of all forms of prejudice resounds throughout the world.
Pandemic highlights need to address moral dimensions of climate change, scholars warn
Online conference held by the Baha’i Chair for World Peace examines environmental concerns in the light of humanity’s heightened consciousness of its essential oneness.
Canadian podcast series explores essential principles in wake of pandemic
Conversations in the series draw on insights from religion to provide new perspectives on challenges facing society amid the current public health crisis.
Efforts in Indian village invite participation
While lockdown measures remain in effect, the experience in one village provides an example of what is possible when people work together for the well-being of all.
Prayer awakens feelings of solidarity, enriches collective life
New patterns of community life centered on collective worship are emerging everywhere, attuning people to the needs of their fellow citizens.
Arts reveal beauty in the world, cast light on current situation
Artwork created amid the coronavirus outbreak has stimulated reflection on the spiritual dimension of human life and provided new perspectives on current circumstances.
Series on “Baha’i World” to focus on themes related to global health crisis
The online publication is initiating a series of articles that focus on major issues facing societies as they look ahead.
BIC Brussels: Finding ways to stay in touch
At a time when online communications become even more prominent in the exchange of ideas, the Office launches a newsletter covering insights emerging from its work.
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.