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Religions and how Baha'is understand their prophecies

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Oct 17, 20222 min read

Religions and how Baha'is understand their prophecies

We all know that many religions have prophecies that they believe have been fulfilled or are yet to be.

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The Role of Education in the Development of Women

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5 days ago10 min read

The Role of Education in the Development of Women

The Bahá'í Writings emphasize the vital role of education in empowering women.

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Oct 2823 min read

The Bahá’í Concept of Equality

The Bahá’í Faith emphasizes the fundamental principle of the oneness of humanity, which includes the essential equality of all people.

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Global actions needed for women and girls

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Feb 54 min read

Global actions needed for women and girls

Bahá’ís have long been active in efforts to address the developmental needs of girls.

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Girls should be educated in preference over boys!

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Jan 203 min read

Girls should be educated in preference over boys!

Bahá’ís promote universal education, but also say, when a choice must be made, that girls should be educated in preference over boys

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Austria: Play explores Táhirih’s connection with pioneer of women’s movement

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Aug 25, 20232 min read

Austria: Play explores Táhirih’s connection with pioneer of women’s movement

What is the connection between Táhirih and Marianne Hainisch?

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Feb 25, 20231 min read

A Rich Tapestry

The oneness of humanity is far more than a slogan or an abstract and unattainable ideal.

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Jan 28, 20238 min read

Is Economic Justice Possible?

Toward a New Conception of the Equitable Distribution of Wealth and Income.

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Bahá’í World Publication: New article examines the pursuit of social justice

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Sep 16, 20221 min read

Bahá’í World Publication: New article examines the pursuit of social justice

The past century has seen the emergence of a rich landscape of social movements aimed at overcoming injustice.

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“Family a seedbed for change”: Fostering a new culture of equality in India

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Aug 31, 20224 min read

“Family a seedbed for change”: Fostering a new culture of equality in India

Justice necessitates that women should have equal rights as men. However, achieving true equality is difficult.

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Indore Bahá’í Chair: Principles requisite for climate action

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Jun 10, 20222 min read

Indore Bahá’í Chair: Principles requisite for climate action

For the past two years, the Bahá’í Chair for Studies in Development at Devi Ahilya University has been organizing a series of webinars.

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Earth Day conversation examines gender equality and climate change

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Jun 10, 20222 min read

Earth Day conversation examines gender equality and climate change

Following the 66th session of the UN CSW the Bahá’í Community of Canada’s Office of Public Affairs hosted a virtual discussion.

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BIC: Promoting principle of oneness in African-European partnership

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May 21, 20222 min read

BIC: Promoting principle of oneness in African-European partnership

Over the past two years, the pandemic has prompted global recognition of the interdependence of nations, particularly their economic ties.

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Canadian delegates participate in the 66th United Nations Commission on the Status of Women

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Apr 12, 20222 min read

Canadian delegates participate in the 66th United Nations Commission on the Status of Women

From March 14–24, 2022, two staff from the Bahá’í Community of Canada’s Office of Public Affairs participated in the annual U.N. Commission.

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Apr 12, 20223 min read

Imagining a future of gender equality

How could we imagine a future in which the equality of women and men has been fully realized in society?

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Bahá’í World Publication: New article highlights efforts for racial justice in US

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Mar 15, 20221 min read

Bahá’í World Publication: New article highlights efforts for racial justice in US

The latest article published on The Bahá’í World website examines the American Bahá’í community’s efforts to counter the effects of racism.

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BIC New York: Equality of women and men necessary for response to climate crises

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Mar 5, 20222 min read

BIC New York: Equality of women and men necessary for response to climate crises

A statement by the BIC proposes that the principle of equality of women and men will need to be intentionally woven into the government.

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Equality of men and women is needed for us to reach our potential

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Oct 19, 20212 min read

Equality of men and women is needed for us to reach our potential

Today is the International Day of the Girl Child. It is a global priority to put attention on distinct challenges girls face.

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Building Communities Free of Gender-Based Violence: The Constructive Role of Religion

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Oct 11, 20213 min read

Building Communities Free of Gender-Based Violence: The Constructive Role of Religion

The work of eradicating gender-based violence, carried forward by UN WOMEN, and many others, is expanding many support resources for women.

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Examining interplay of culture and gender equality in Turkey

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Oct 9, 20212 min read

Examining interplay of culture and gender equality in Turkey

How does culture shape perceptions of women? Which elements contribute to achieving gender equality and which ones act as obstacles?

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Sep 12, 20203 min read

The Tenth Principle—Equality of Sex

The Tenth Principle of the Baha'i Faith—Equality of Sex.

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