Bahá’í World News Service (BWNS)

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Reporting on major developments and endeavors of the global Bahá’í community.

  1. Insights from the field: Exploring annual conference of the Association for Bahá’í Studies

    2 OCT

    Insights from the field: Exploring annual conference of the Association for Bahá’í Studies

    A new podcast episode of the Bahá’í World News Service explores the rich discussion and collaborative spirit that characterized the recent 48th annual conference of the Association for Bahá’í Studies (ABS) in North America. The conference, held in Atlanta, Georgia, brought together nearly 2,000 participants from diverse fields of study to explore the application of Bahá’í teachings to contemporary discourses on humanity’s well-being.

    21 min
  2. In Conversation: Exploring contributions of the BIC to the discourse on global governance

    19 SEPT

    In Conversation: Exploring contributions of the BIC to the discourse on global governance

    In the latest Bahá’í World News Service podcast episode, two representatives of the Bahá’í International Community (BIC)’s New York Office, Bani Dugal and Liliane Nkunzimana, discussed the BIC’s contributions to the discourse on global governance ahead of the UN Summit of the Future.

    23 min
  3. In Conversation: Stories from temple dedication in Papua New Guinea

    1 AUG

    In Conversation: Stories from temple dedication in Papua New Guinea

    In the latest podcast episode of the Bahá’í World News Service, we are transported to the dedication of the Bahá’í House of Worship in Papua New Guinea, hearing firsthand accounts from three participants of the historic occasion. Full story on: news.bahai.org/story/1743/

    21 min
  4. Insights from the Field: Exploring individual and collective transformation in Kenya

    10 JUN

    Insights from the Field: Exploring individual and collective transformation in Kenya

    In this podcast episode from the Bahá’í World News Service, we hear from Townshend Lihanda, member of the Board of Counsellors in Africa, sharing accounts of individual and collective transformation in Kenya inspired by Bahá’í moral and spiritual education programs. Mr. Lihanda discusses the profound changes occurring within communities where these programs are offered. He highlights how these initiatives aim to awaken the latent energies of the human soul, directing them towards meaningful service to society.

    15 min
  5. In Conversation: Podcast explores implications of oneness for the African–European partnership

    17 MAY

    In Conversation: Podcast explores implications of oneness for the African–European partnership

    Amid increasing challenges and conflict in the world, a growing recognition is emerging of the interdependence of nations. This vital insight is addressed by the Bahá’í International Community (BIC) in international forums, where its contributions highlight that at a fundamental level, humanity is one. In the latest podcast episode of the Bahá’í World News Service, representatives from the BIC’s Addis Ababa and Brussels Offices explore the implications of this interdependence within the context of the African Union (AU)–European Union (EU) partnership which recognizes that the two continents are intertwined socially and economically. Full story: news.bahai.org/story/1731/

    27 min
  6. In Conversation: Exploring the dynamic relations between service and worship

    25 APR

    In Conversation: Exploring the dynamic relations between service and worship

    This podcast episode from the Bahá’í World News Service explores how worship and service to humanity—two foundational aspects of living a spiritual life—mutually reinforce one another, paving the way to building more peaceful and harmonious communities. Guests of the podcast were among the participants of a recent consultation held at the Bahá’í World Centre that explored how Bahá’í Houses of Worship stand as beacons of hope, welcoming people from all backgrounds to contemplate how they can serve the needs of their fellow citizens. Full story on: https://news.bahai.org/story/1728/

    22 min
  7. In conversation: Exploring contributions of the BIC to the betterment of the world

    22 MAR

    In conversation: Exploring contributions of the BIC to the betterment of the world

    This podcast episode from the Bahá’í World News Service explores the history and evolution of the Bahá’í International Community (BIC) over several decades, as well as its present work and contributions to discourses about the future and wellbeing of humanity. Guests of the episode include representatives of some of the BIC’s offices, including in Addis Ababa, Brussels, Cairo, Geneva, and New York. Their accounts highlight the BIC’s commitment to promoting the principle of the oneness of humanity in diverse international forums. The podcast explores some of the BIC’s contributions to significant global conferences and its collaboration with various United Nations agencies over the past decades to contribute to the advancement of thought in many areas including social development, the advancement of women, climate change, governance and UN reform, as well as human rights. Full story: https://news.bahai.org/story/1722/

    48 min
  8. In Conversation: Exploring collective inquiry through Bahá’í studies

    3 MAR

    In Conversation: Exploring collective inquiry through Bahá’í studies

    This podcast episode from the Bahá’í World News Service explores the initiatives of the Association for Bahá’í Studies (ABS) in North America that aim to enrich the intellectual life of communities. Selvi Adaikkallam Zabihi, Michael Karlberg, Malik Nash, and Negin Toosi join the News Service from the United States to discuss the ABS’s unique approach to inquiry within the sciences and humanities.

    33 min
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