Vol. 21 Nbr. 2, August 2010
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Index
- New UN agency for women has strong roots in civil society.
- Because all the goals are highly dependent on women's participation.
- In September, world leaders pledged renewed efforts.
- Recent economic and environmental crises have cast doubt over whether the goals can be achieved.
- With five years left, empowering women is essential for Millennium Development Goals.
- A century ago, the historic journeys of 'Abdu'l-Baha transformed a fledgling faith.
- A century ago.
- Baha'i communities around the world will over the next few years commemorate 'Abdu'l-Baha's visits to Egypt.
- The journeys launched.
- In a campaign involving more than 275 NGOs in 50 countries.
- In July.
- That entity.
- The effort is seen by some as a model.
- After a three-day court appearance in June.
- An international outcry accompanied the trial and sentencing.
- They have been transferred to Gohardasht prison.
- Trial now reportedly over, seven Iranian Baha'i leaders face harsh conditions in long term incarceration.
- For the 23rd time since 1985.
- The resolution follows a report issued by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon that took note of Iran's continued use of torture.
- This year's vote passed by one of the widest margins ever.
- UN General Assembly approves resolution on Iran human rights by a wide margin.
- Among other things.
- Dr. Heiner Bielefelt.
- Religious freedom is a matter of human dignity, says new UN Special Rapporteur.
- The new UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief said he strongly supports individual human rights.
- Award takes note of composer's embrace of a diversity of cultures.
- Spanish author discovers 'bridge between East and West'.
- He concluded it offers a unique bridge between East and West.
- Spanish author Rafael Cerrato.
- The result.