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University applies lessons learned from COVID first wave
Bahá’í-inspired university in Bolivia draws on experiences from first wave of COVID-19 to support staff and students as academic year continues.
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Pandemic sparks critical reflection on journalism
AMMAN, Jordan — Earlier this year, as the pandemic was sweeping across the globe, something unusual happened in news reporting—profound ideas about social transformation and acts of solidarity were making headlines worldwide. Although less pronounced now, news outlets continue to feature such stories, many of which would have been considered irrelevant or insignificant before the…
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Douglas Martin, 1927–2020
The Universal House of Justice has sent a message to all National Spiritual Assemblies on the passing of former House of Justice member Douglas Martin.
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Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: construction is approaching a new stage
Foundations of the inner structure have been completed and the permit for the next stages of work has now been acquired.
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Farzam Arbab, 1941–2020
The Universal House of Justice has sent a message to all National Spiritual Assemblies on the passing of former House of Justice member Farzam Arbab.
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Violette Haake, 1928–2020
The Universal House of Justice has sent a message to all National Spiritual Assemblies on the passing of former International Teaching Centre member Violette Haake.
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BIC marks 75 years of UN, envisages path to just global order
The statement notes the endurance of the global body through turbulent periods and explores elements necessary for a movement toward enduring, universal peace.
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Latest “Bahá’í World” essays delve into economic justice, racial unity, community building
BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE — Earlier today, The Bahá’í World website published three new articles on themes highly relevant to the well-being and progress of humanity. The essay “Community and Collective Action” describes the hopeful efforts of groups of people around the world to build a new kind of community based on the oneness of humankind…
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“Beyond Critique to Constructive Engagement”: Thousands gather in virtual ABS conference
Over 3,000 people gather to explore perspectives across diverse fields in light of the Bahá’í teachings.
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Healthcare professionals see distinctive role for community during pandemic
JOUBERTON, South Africa — Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals have been working tirelessly to keep people around the globe safe from the coronavirus. The Baha’i World News Service spoke with some Baha’is engaged in this field to highlight a few practical examples of the role of strong community ties in dealing with the health…