Kizzmekia “Kizzy” Corbett has emerged as a prominent figure in the fight against COVID-19. As a viral immunologist, her work has been instrumental in the development of vaccines, offering hope in a global pandemic. Currently an Assistant Professor of Immunology and Infectious Diseases at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the Shutzer Assistant…
Simone Biles isn’t just a gymnast; she’s a legend. With a record-shattering 11 Olympic medals and 30 World Championship medals, she is the most decorated gymnast in history, and widely considered one of the greatest athletes of all time. Her unparalleled talent, combined with her groundbreaking skills and unwavering determination, has solidified her place as…
Baha’is refer to Abdu’l-Baha as “the perfect exemplar” of how to live as a Baha’i—in large part because of his actions affirming the nobility of every human being. Baha’u’llah, the prophet and founder of the Baha’i Faith, wrote: Abdu’l-Baha traveled to North America in 1912 and spent 239 days in the United States and Canada. While there, he took every possible…
Robert Hayden’s life was a testament to the power of art to transcend adversity. Born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1913, Hayden’s childhood was marked by trauma. His parents separated before his birth, and he was raised by foster parents in the vibrant, yet often challenging, neighborhood of Paradise Valley. His home life was fraught with…
Robert Turner’s life story is a remarkable journey of transformation, from his humble beginnings on a Virginia farm to his pivotal role in the early days of the Bahá’í Faith in the West. Born in the mid-1850s, Turner’s path took him to California, where he worked at the prestigious Palace Hotel. His life took a…
MEXICO CITY — Mexico’s Bahá’í Office of External Affairs has been contributing to a series of discussion forums with diverse voices from government, academia, faith communities, and civil society to explore how recognizing the spiritual nature of human beings can help address the roots of violence and strengthen social cohesion. “We need to find different…
Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter isn’t just a singer, songwriter, and businesswoman; she’s a cultural force. A global icon whose influence on music, performance, and even the way we experience albums is undeniable, Beyoncé has consistently redefined the boundaries of artistry and innovation. Rising to prominence in the late 1990s as a member of Destiny’s Child, one…
Sylvia Robinson’s influence on music is undeniable, yet her story often remains untold. From R&B chart-toppers to pioneering hip-hop, Robinson’s career spanned decades and genres, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. Born Sylvia Vanterpool in Harlem, New York, in 1935, she began her musical journey at just 14, recording as “Little Sylvia” for Columbia…
Dizzy Gillespie is remembered not only for his genius as a trumpeter who broke new ground in jazz but also for his deep dedication to the teachings of Baha’u’llah. Reflecting on his life and accomplishments decades after his passing would be incomplete without acknowledging the Baha’i belief that most inspired and drove his work—that all…
David Kellum understood the importance of race unity. Around 1917, when he was about 14, a group of white kids attacked him in his hometown in Mississippi. That very night, David’s grandmother put him on a train to Chicago, so he could live with an aunt in the north. While in high school, David joined…
