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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Local Assemblies, individuals, and communities in India respond in unison
In communities throughout the country, reservoirs of energy are being channeled into actions that aim to allay the suffering caused by the current global health crisis.
Youth in Sierra Leone produce film to protect community against coronavirus
Youth use music and drama to create a film that helps educate their community about preventing the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Australian Prime Minister expresses gratitude to Baha’i community
Message from the Prime Minister acknowledges the contributions of the Baha’i community to Australian society and highlights the importance of faith in a time of crisis.
Faith groups in Tunisia call for harmony between science and religion
In a message to the people of their country, the Baha’i community, other faith groups, and social actors draw attention to the significance of science and religion.
Radio broadcasts in Uganda comfort and inspire amidst crisis
As public health measures restrict gatherings for worship, Ugandan Baha’is find creative ways to promote prayer on radio and other means of mass communication.
Youth in Italy create media to inspire vision of a better world
At a time of great uncertainty in their country, young Italians are seizing the opportunity to explore issues of profound import through media.
Village members prepared weeks in advance to protect their community
Baha’is in a Slovenian village have been part of efforts to prepare for and mitigate the effects of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Children in Luxembourg send love and encouragement to healthcare professionals
Participants in educational activities of the Baha’i community send messages of appreciation to healthcare professionals dealing with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Youth group distributes food, gains city and National Guard support
Youth in a suburb of New York City engaged in initiatives of the Baha’i community aimed at social progress adapt quickly to address challenges caused by school closures.
Rising to the occasion in a global crisis
Baha’i communities across the world respond quickly and constructively to the challenging circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Court upholds death sentence against Yemeni Baha’i
Religiously-motivated ruling upheld against Hamed bin Haydara, who has suffered years of imprisonment and torture.
Naw-Ruz around the world brings hope and spiritual renewal
Baha’i communities around the world are celebrating the new year by strengthening bonds of friendship and conveying a message of hope.
Hope and support in Italy during a global health crisis
Patterns of activity developed in Baha’i communities around the world have equipped them to respond to the crisis with hope and to be of service to their societies
Communities collaborate to build educational facility with environmentally sustainable technologies
Kenyan Baha’is draw on experiences with community-building activities to create a collaborative environment for the construction of an educational facility.
Village chiefs discuss the future at unprecedented gathering in India
Some thirty village chiefs, or pradhans, of different religions and castes gathered for a unique discussion on the prosperity and spiritual well-being of their people.
Religion and the integration of new arrivals into Canadian society
Seminar series examines the important role of religion in the process of immigration to and settlement in Canada.
How can humanity live in harmony with the planet?
Academics, civil society representatives, and faith leaders in the UK examine how religion can inspire constructive thought and action on climate change issues.
Transcending differences through a unifying language
The Brussels office of the BIC explores the importance of language in fostering a shared identity at a European Parliament panel discussion
Chiefs seek lasting peace in light of spiritual truths
Gatherings of chiefs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo focus on unity, peace, and the role of religion in social transformation.
Imprisonment, confiscation, denial of most basic civil rights: A surge in persecution of the Baha’is in Iran
Baha’is prevented from obtaining identification cards while arrests and attacks against them persist.