The ongoing denial of religious freedom, persecutions, and imprisonments faced by Bahá’ís in Qatar and Iran are described in this article.
Apply now for the 2025/2026 Graduate Seminar in Australia
Applications are now open for the 2025 ISGP Graduate Seminar, Discourse and Social Transformation: Achieving Coherence, to be held in Australia 27 Dec 2025 – 7 Jan 2026.
A rare and beautiful cinematic tribute
Grace—A Prayer for Peace is a cinematic tribute to one of Aotearoa’s most beloved artists, our Bahá’í sister, Dame Robin White, screening as part of the NZ International Film Festival this year.
Visitors from Noumea strengthen pioneering efforts in Tahiti
Youth visitors from the Greater Noumea cluster recently joined forces with pioneering families in Tahiti to support community-building efforts.
Bahá’í response to global challenges
Drawing on extracts from two significant letters from the Universal House of Justice, this article explores how individuals and communities are contributing to building a more peaceful, just, and united world.
Junior youth gather in a spirit of joy and togetherness
A recent camp saw a group of junior youth participate in creative arts, lively games, and deep discussions while studying junior youth spiritual empowerment texts.
New publication of Bahá’í Sacred Writings
The Universal House of Justice has announced a new publication “designed to serve as a resource that will support and reinforce the process of growth that is currently under way…”
New Tongan translation of Ruhi Book 1
Ruhi Book 1 is now available in the Tongan language, ready to inspire study, prayer, and reflections on the life of the spirit.
Stimulus of a conference adds vibrancy to community
A conference for the southern part of Auckland cluster gathered friends from nine sectors, uniting hearts in joyful learning and planning for growth.
Bahá’í delegation joins Māori Queen at Poukai
Members of the National Assembly and Spiritual Assemblies of Hamilton and Waipa along with a group of Tainui Bahá’í youth, attended the Poukai at Pōhara Marae on 15 June, 2025.
In-depth focus on ANZ training institutes as educational organisations
From 15–18 May 2025, representatives of New Zealand’s two regional Training Institutes joined their four Australian counterparts for the third annual Australia–Aotearoa/New Zealand Network of Institutes Gathering.
Thoughtful reflections on the evolution of the global Bahá’í community
A Special Collection of selected articles from the latest ‘Bahá’í World’ volume is being released in both written and audio formats. The first such article is now available.
Important information about Ḥuqúqu’lláh payments
Banks are now more careful about matching account numbers and names when payments are made. Correct account details for Ḥuqúqu’lláh are provided in this notice.
New arrivals at the Bahá’í Bookshop
Explore the latest publications now available for purchase from the Bahá’í Distribution Service.
Inspiring youth conference at Kaitupeka Marae
Over 120 youth, facilitators, and helpers gathered at Kaitupeka Marae for a transformative three-day conference, exploring key themes of community building, service, and spiritual growth through study, art, and reflection.
A remarkable achievement
Dr. Amanda Nasse, the first woman from Tanna, Vanuatu, to earn a PhD, has achieved this distinction through her significant contribution to food security research at Palmerston North’s Massey University.
Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh
In 1892 the Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh was the setting of the Sun of Bahá and the inauguration of His Covenant.
A momentous turning point in history
The Declaration of the Báb was a spark that ignited the flame of a new era, and the events that followed would lead to the establishment of a global community spreading teachings of unity, love, and justice.
Administration of the Cook Islands
The National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of New Zealand has been entrusted with temporary administrative responsibility for the Bahá'í community in the Cook Islands.
38 Local Spiritual Assemblies elected at Riḍván
This article explores the significance of the institution of the Local Spiritual Assembly, and the vital role they play in community life.