A letter from the Universal House of Justice shares the joyful news of the formation of the National Spiritual Assembly of Bhutan and the re-establishment of Guinea-Bissau this Riḍván.
Convention - Election - Annual report
Delegates from across Aotearoa gathered at Te Whare Akoranga Bahá’í for the 70th National Convention—electing the National Spiritual Assembly for 183 B.E. and marking a weekend of reflection, consultation, and forward vision at the midpoint of the Nine Year Plan.
Formation of the Local Spiritual Assembly of Ruapehu District
A joyful milestone for the Bahá’í community in Aotearoa, the first Local Spiritual Assembly of Ruapehu District was formed on the First Day of Ridván, marking a significant step forward for the friends of this locality.
A significant point in the Nine Year Plan
A recent Institutional meeting in Sydney brought together friends from three countries to reflect on progress so far and consider the path forward in the Nine Year Plan.
Social Action Expressions Part 4
This article explores initiatives emerging in suburbs of Wellington, including a community orchard and a vibrant devotional space.
Ridván 2026: The King of Festivals
Ridván will be observed from 21 April to 2 May 2026, including the three Holy Days on which work is suspended: 21 April (First Day of Ridván), 29 April (Ninth Day), and 2 May (Twelfth Day).
Access to Authoritative Guidance
We draw your attention to the Bahá’í Reference Library — the most trusted online repository of the Bahá’í Writings, texts, and messages of the Universal House of Justice. The Ridván message will appear here once it is sunset in Haifa on 20 April.
Social Action Expressions Part 3
Part three in this series shares insights from Manurewa which highlight how individuals and organisations are learning to apply spiritual principles to advance both individual and collective progress.
Update on receipts for payments of Ḥuqúqu’lláh
A brief notice from the Trustees of the Board of Ḥuqúqu’lláh for Micronesia and Polynesia outlining an important update on payment receipts.
Social Action Expressions Part 2
Initiatives in Te Awamutu, Flaxmere and Tairāwhiti illustrate how social action is emerging in diverse settings across Aotearoa. Read part two in our Social Action series here.
Social Action Expressions Part 1
Participants at a recent social action seminar reflected on how communities are translating spiritual principles into action. Over the coming weeks, we will highlight case studies that share learning emerging across the country.
A community’s loving response to the National Fund
One community has shared how friends of all ages, including the children, responded with joy and sacrifice to support the “bedrock upon which all the activities of the Cause ultimately rest”.
Naw-Rúz 183 B.E.
We joyfully celebrate Naw-Rúz 183 B.E. following the 19-day period of spiritual rejuvenation and reflection, and share the words of Bahá'u'lláh in His special prayer for this Holy Day.
Race Relations Day 2026: Whakarongo Kia Mārama
Race Relations Day is 21 March 2026, and friends are invited to use this opportunity to consider ways to contribute to conversations about unity in diversity, including at regional gatherings for the Race Unity Speech Awards.
A message for the season of Ayyám-i-Há and the Fast
As the community observes the Fast, we share a recent message from the National Assembly along with a video link to a short talk given by Mr Ali Nakhjavani some years ago.
A message of love to the Baháʼís in Iran
The Universal House of Justice has addressed a loving message to the steadfast believers in Iran, conveying boundless love and assurances of prayers offered by Bahá’ís around the world during this period of the Fast.
Emerging insights from the field: Teaching and Enrolment (Part 3)
In this final contribution to the series, learn how communities in Paraparaumu and Western Bay of Plenty are fostering spaces of safety, participation, and shared purpose.
From Mount Carmel to Budapest
After completing seven years of service at the Bahá’í World Centre, Heather Simpson has begun a new chapter as an international pioneer in Budapest.
Friends gather across Aotearoa for unit conventions
Believers throughout the country came together for unit conventions in February. Here is the National Assembly’s message to the conventions and a snapshot of participation statistics.
Emerging insights from the field: Teaching & Enrolment (Part 2)
Insights emerging from Hawke’s Bay and Manurewa highlight evolving conversations around teaching, accompaniment, and removing barriers to enrolment in the Faith.