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What are jamatkhanas?
30 August 2023
Jamatkhanas are one of the many types of spaces of gathering and worship found among the world’s various Muslim communities. Today, Shia Ismaili Muslims use jamatkhanas as their primary space of worship and gathering, under the authority of the Ismaili Imam-of-the-Time.
Confronting eco-anxiety in a changing world
29 August 2023
Parents are encouraged to teach anxious children that not all thoughts are real, since the human body sometimes responds to imaginary threats. However, climate change is not imaginary, it is real — and for some children, it is terrifying.
Carnivore to compassion: My journey to a plant-powered lifestyle
28 August 2023
Vegan diets are surging in popularity, but are sometimes viewed with a degree of scepticism. A barrage of questions like “won’t you miss meat?” and “how will you get enough protein?” are often posed at those who become vegan. I once asked those same questions, but now I have some answers. Here’s my story.
Navigating uncharted career paths: Lessons from astrophysicist Jamil Shariff
28 August 2023
In the boundless expanse of career possibilities, the journey to finding your path can feel like coursing through the cosmos — filled with unexpected discoveries, unforeseen challenges, and unconventional opportunities. Jamil Shariff, a senior technical staff member in Systems Design at Canadian space technology company MDA, embodies this journey with a career trajectory that defies the norm, offering invaluable insights for those seeking to advance in their careers while facing the unknown.
AI's economic revolution: Navigating opportunities and challenges
25 August 2023
For more than 100 days now, Hollywood writers and actors have been on strike, bringing TV and film production in America to a standstill. One of their major concerns centres on the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI). Why is this the case, and how much of a threat to livelihoods does AI present?
Seven steps to a secure retirement
21 August 2023
Whatever your age, it's never too early — or too late — to start preparing for retirement. If you haven’t started thinking about it, it's best to start today. Here’s why.
Muslim Footprints bonus episode: Illuminating history through poetry, imagery, and stories
21 August 2023
Join us for a special bonus episode of Muslim Footprints — our latest podcast episode reflects back on some of the stories we’ve covered on our journey so far.
Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning
14 August 2023
ICAB, in collaboration with the Institute of Ismaili Studies, and at the direction of Mawlana Hazar Imam, has produced Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning to assist Ismaili murids to engage in ethical wealth transfer and inheritance planning, recognizing that wealth has an ethical value and purpose.
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Pioneers Retreat: A groundbreaking gathering of Ismaili sports professionals
14 August 2023
Professional sports are popular around the world and until recently, little was known about the many Ismailis working in the field of athletics. A new event, called the Pioneers Retreat, is hoping to bring these Ismaili professionals out of the woodwork.
Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning
13 August 2023
ICAB, in collaboration with the Institute of Ismaili Studies, and at the direction of Mawlana Hazar Imam, has produced Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning to assist Ismaili murids to engage in ethical wealth transfer and inheritance planning, recognizing that wealth has an ethical value and purpose.
English | français | Português | Тоҷик | العربية | دری | ગુજરાતી | اردو | Español
Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning
13 August 2023
ICAB, in collaboration with the Institute of Ismaili Studies, and at the direction of Mawlana Hazar Imam, has produced Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning to assist Ismaili murids to engage in ethical wealth transfer and inheritance planning, recognizing that wealth has an ethical value and purpose.
English | français | Português | Тоҷик | العربية | دری | ગુજરાતી | اردو | Español
ICAB expands global faculty of mediation trainers
10 August 2023
The International Conciliation and Arbitration Board (ICAB) recently completed its third instalment of the train-the-trainer programme, resulting in the addition of 17 Ismaili volunteers across eight countries to serve as certified trainers in conciliation and arbitration. ICAB’s global faculty now consists of 55 certified trainers from diverse backgrounds and professions, including professional mediators, conflict management trainers and coaches, lawyers, academics, former judges, as well as health, IT, and business professionals.
