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Vanuatu: First local Bahá’í temple in the Pacific opens its doors
LENAKEL, Vanuatu, November 14, 2021
Saturday’s dedication of the Bahá’í House of Worship included Prime Minister Bob Loughman and other government officials, traditional chiefs, and some 3,000 attendees.
Vanuatu: Anticipation builds as temple inauguration draws near
TANNA, Vanuatu, November 12, 2021
Many people from across Vanuatu arrive in Tanna to assist with preparations for Saturday’s dedication of the first local Bahá’í House of Worship in the Pacific.
COP26: BIC delegation offers principles and proposals for climate action
GLASGOW, Scotland, November 12, 2021
Representatives of the Bahá’í International Community have been participating in discussions at the COP26 climate summit, exploring the moral dimensions of climate action
Mansion of Mazra‘ih: Conservation work on Holy Place continues apace
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, November 8, 2021
The project to preserve the Mansion of Mazra‘ih is now showing significant progress. Most notably, Bahá’u’lláh’s room has now been prepared for visitors.
Bahrain: National gathering on coexistence honors ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
MANAMA, Bahrain, November 5, 2021
This event brought together Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, representing the king of Bahrain, and other prominent people to reflect on ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s call for peace
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Films and media productions honor herald of peace
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, November 3, 2021
Global preparations to commemorate the Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing have led to a surge in films, podcasts, and other media productions about His life and work.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Publications recall life of extraordinary figure
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, October 29, 2021
Countless people and communities around the world have been creating a vast number of publications inspired by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s life of service to humanity.
Bahá’í World Publication: New essays honoring life of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá focus on peace and higher education
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, October 22, 2021
The Bahá’í World online publication releases two new articles.
Gender equality: Change begins in the family, say Bahá’ís of South Africa
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, October 19, 2021
As calls for gender equality intensify in South Africa, the Bahá’ís of that country are drawing attention to the role of the family in promoting social change.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Artistic works mark historic occasion
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, October 16, 2021
Preparations for the commemoration of the centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing are giving rise to an outpouring of artistic expressions inspired by His life and work.
Jordan: Radio series on a coherent life inspires hope and action
AMMAN, Jordan, October 12, 2021
A discussion series among journalists initiated by the Bahá’ís of Jordan led to a radio show on the material and spiritual dimensions of human life.
Kazakhstan: Journalists explore media’s role in promoting societal unity
NUR-SULTAN, Kazakhstan, October 8, 2021
The role of media as a constructive force in society is being explored in an ongoing series of gatherings hosted by the Bahá’í Office of External Affairs in Kazakhstan.
Agriculture: BIC underscores role of farmers in policymaking
BIC GENEVA, October 5, 2021
Gathering held by the Geneva Office of the BIC examines how knowledge generated by farmers can inform and strengthen international policies on food and agriculture.
BIC Addis Ababa: Climate action requires insights of science and religion, says BIC
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, October 1, 2021
The BIC Addis Ababa Office brings together scientists and faith leaders to examine how science and religion can guide an effective response to the environmental crisis.
The Kitáb-i-Aqdas: Bahá’í Most Holy Book published in Icelandic
REYKJAVIK, Iceland, September 28, 2021
The Kitáb-i-Aqdas has been published in Icelandic for the first time, making available to an entire population Bahá’u’lláh’s Most Holy Book.
New study explores the application of spiritual principles to community life
INDORE, India, September 24, 2021
Research conducted by the Indore Bahá’í Chair in collaboration with ISGP highlights the need to view human prosperity as an outcome of material and spiritual progress.
Youth: River cleanup in Brazil promotes environmental stewardship
SÃO SEBASTIÃO, Brazil, September 21, 2021
Concerned with the state of their neighborhood, youth in Bahá’í community-building activities draw on government support to remove 12 tons of trash from a local river
Newly launched “Discourse TV” in Azerbaijan explores pressing social issues
BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 17, 2021
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
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, September 14, 2021
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
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE, September 10, 2021
The walls of the east and west sides of the plazas have now been completed, marking a new stage of construction.