UK Bahá’í News Update
26 March 2021
7 Bahá’ 178 B.E.
Contents:
– ISGP Undergraduate Seminar 2021: Registration opens
– Naw-Rúz 178 message to the friends of God in Iran
– Groundsman position at the Guardian’s Resting Place
– Leadership for a Culture of Equality, in Times of Peril and Peace
– Ambassadors respond to BIC film, Glimpses into the Spirit of Gender Equality
– ABC casts light on Bahá’í community-building efforts in Sydney neighbourhood
ISGP Undergraduate Seminar 2021: Registration open
Registration is now open for this summer’s seminars for undergraduate students offered by the Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity (ISGP).
Developments related to the coronavirus pandemic are being closely followed. Depending on the circumstances, the seminar will either be offered from 5 to 15 August 2021 at Wellington College, Berkshire or alternative arrangements will be made.
These seminars are a highly valued part of the rhythm of our community life, and an integral element of the educational processes that begin with children’s classes and continue through the Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Programme and courses of the Institute process, as well as being an essential contributor to the movement of youth.
A video introduction to the seminars has been prepared and is available to download here.
There will be four seminars running in parallel:
- Year 4 seminar open to those who have previously completed Year 3
- Year 3 seminar open to those who have previously completed Year 2
- Year 2 seminar open to those who have previously completed Year 1
- Year 1 seminar for those starting the programme
The total cost of participating – if the seminar is to be residential – is yet to be confirmed but will be between £280-£360. While every effort has been made to keep the price down, youth should not feel unable to apply because of the cost. Those who require financial assistance are encouraged to approach their Local Spiritual Assembly in the first instance. If further assistance is required, please contact the ISGP undergraduate UK seminars coordinating team. They will be able to help explore other possibilities for raising the funds necessary to participate.
All those wishing to attend should register by the 7th June, here.
It is hoped that as many Bahá’í university students as possible will be able to attend these seminars, which are of such value in shaping a coherent life of service. If you have any questions or would like further information please contact the UK seminars coordinating team.
Naw-Rúz 178 message to the friends of God in Iran
The Universal House of Justice’s stirring Naw-Rúz 178 message “To the friends of God in the sacred land of Iran” is available online, and as PDFs here in Persian and in English.
Groundsman position at the Guardian’s Resting Place
Friends who have skills and experience with gardening and outdoor maintenance are sought to apply for the Groundsman position at the Guardian’s Resting Place.
Duties include gardening, weeding, outdoor cleaning, and attending to the upkeep of memorials within the site. Further details, here >
A salary is offered to enable the successful applicant to carry out this service. As with all service to the Faith, there is also the opportunity to undertake it on a voluntary or part-voluntary basis. To apply, please submit an expression of interest along with a copy of your CV to nsa@bahai.org.uk, or by post to 27 Rutland Gate, London SW7 1PD.
Bahá’í International Community
Leadership for a Culture of Equality, in Times of Peril and Peace >
BIC statement to the 65th session of the Commission on the Status of Women
Watch video >
