Elimination of extreme wealth and poverty
Posted: Thu Jan 31, 2008 2:14 am
Elimination of extreme wealth and poverty is one of the teachings of Baha'u'llah, that is very near to the hearts of Baha'is. I have known many Baha'is who have become deeply involved and committed to many grass roots Social and Economic Development projects with the aim of improving the conditions of mankind.
In the world at large, it is interesting to note there are an ever increasing number of businesses and corporations around the world who market their goods and services at least in some part, based upon social and ethical responsibility and not just profit. Corporate citizenship, fair trade, and other altruistic notions of business are becoming increasingly popular, not to mention the trend among consumers who attempt to use their purchasing decisions as a mechanism to influence the practices of businesses and corporations.
Additionally, the rise of organizations such as Kiva which enable people to network and pool together small financial resources to have a big impact, is also an incredible trend that is exciting and full of potential. (see commercial Kiva thread)
I never cease to be amazed at the transformative power the revelation of Baha'u'llah has continued to exert on this planet. What an age we live in! There is no shortage of challenges in this world, however, looking at many of the global trends, and knowing the teachings of Baha'u'llah, one can't help but be filled will hope and wonder about the future!
In the world at large, it is interesting to note there are an ever increasing number of businesses and corporations around the world who market their goods and services at least in some part, based upon social and ethical responsibility and not just profit. Corporate citizenship, fair trade, and other altruistic notions of business are becoming increasingly popular, not to mention the trend among consumers who attempt to use their purchasing decisions as a mechanism to influence the practices of businesses and corporations.
Additionally, the rise of organizations such as Kiva which enable people to network and pool together small financial resources to have a big impact, is also an incredible trend that is exciting and full of potential. (see commercial Kiva thread)
I never cease to be amazed at the transformative power the revelation of Baha'u'llah has continued to exert on this planet. What an age we live in! There is no shortage of challenges in this world, however, looking at many of the global trends, and knowing the teachings of Baha'u'llah, one can't help but be filled will hope and wonder about the future!