Global Educator, Author, and Humanitarian Pioneer
Dr. William Maxwell is a Harvard-educated academic and dedicated member of the Baha’i Faith whose life has been defined by international service and the intersection of spirituality and education. His career spans decades of pioneering work in post-war reconstruction, global leadership, and child development.
Key Life Pillars
Academic Excellence: Earned his doctorate from Harvard University and has authored or edited 17 books. His work focuses on parenting and individual growth, most notably in his popular book, SuperParenting: Child Rearing for the New Millennium.
Global Humanitarian Service: A veteran of the Korean War (serving in a M.A.S.H. unit), he became the first Baha’i pioneer to Korea in 1955. His service has taken him to leadership roles across the globe, including Nigeria, Fiji, Korea, and Northwest Africa.
Spiritual Leadership: A trailblazer in the Baha’i community, Dr. Maxwell holds the distinction of being perhaps the only person to serve on four different National Spiritual Assemblies, serving as chairman for three of them.
Educational Impact: He has taught at universities and specialized institutes in over a dozen countries, ranging from Switzerland and France to Albania and Samoa.
Areas of Expertise
Child Development: Expert in “SuperParenting” and modern child-rearing techniques.
Mental Power: Specialized in the study of dreams and their capacity to improve individuals and entire cultures.
Cross-Cultural Leadership: Extensive experience in organizational leadership across diverse international landscapes.
“The Power of Dreams to Improve Individuals and Cultures” — One of Dr. Maxwell’s signature course topics, reflecting his belief in the transformative power of the mind.