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A century of educational excellence
23 January 2023
When the first Aga Khan Schools were opened by Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah in 1905, they reflected an explicit understanding by the Imam, underscored by centuries of Ismaili history, that learning and intellectual pursuit were paramount obligations, both for individuals and for communities.
IIS honours Dr Farhad Daftary on his retirement as co-director
19 January 2023
Prince Rahim attended a special event in London on 18 January to honour the contributions of Dr Farhad Daftary to The Institute of Ismaili Studies, and more broadly to the fields of Ismaili and Islamic studies, as he steps down from his management roles at The Institute.
Offering education against all odds
15 January 2023
Project Shelter Wakadogo, founded in the wake of war in 2005, was the first school to provide quality education to children living on the outskirts of Gulu, a small town in northern Uganda. The school recently won the T4 World’s Best School Prize for Overcoming Adversity. In an interview, co-founder Farah Williamson spoke about the story of Wakadogo and what overcoming adversity means to her.
What you ought to know about seasonal depression
9 January 2023
Have you ever noticed that your mood and energy levels change with the weather? For example, how do you feel when the sun is shining versus when it is rainy and gloomy?
Music video: Mera Khuda
1 January 2023
The Ismaili is pleased to present a rendition of the hamd Mera Khuda, performed by four young Ismaili artists in Pakistan. The hamd’s lyrics express happiness for the presence of God in our lives. As we begin a new year full of new hopes, the song reminds us to do so with our faith in mind.
The Ismaili in 2022
31 December 2022
A look back at the stories we told over the past year.
Aga Khan Street unveiled in honour of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s birthday
23 December 2022
The Government of Tanzania has named a street “Aga Khan Street” in recognition of the services being rendered by the Aga Khan Development Network, the Aga Khan Hospital, and Aga Khan Health Services.
Ismaili Centre Lisbon celebrates 26 years as a community hub in Portugal
22 December 2022
To celebrate the 26th anniversary of its Foundation Ceremony, the Ismaili Centre Lisbon opened its doors to the public for a weekend of guided tours, a creative art exhibition, and unique musical performances. Prince Aly Muhammad and the Mayor of Lisbon were in attendance at the event.
Music video: Khushiali Mubarak
13 December 2022
Khushiali Mubarak is a devotional collaboration between 86 Ismaili artists around the world in celebration of Mawlana Hazar Imam's 86th Birthday. The song weaves together different languages, traditions, and styles of music and dance, performed at Ismaili Centres in Dushanbe, Houston, London, Lisbon, Vancouver, and Toronto, with a stirring finale in Dubai.
Music video: Happy Birthday Mawla
11 December 2022
The Ismaili is pleased to present Happy Birthday Mawla, performed by and featuring Ismaili children from all over the world. Follow along with the lyrics and learn how to say happy birthday in different languages including Swahili, Arabic, Farsi, French, Portuguese, and more!
Video: How can I tell my Mawla I love him?
11 December 2022
Watch this creative new animated short story produced especially for Ismaili children, entitled, How can I tell my Mawla I love him? Join Inara and her family on an adventure as they ask, reflect, and search for ways to express their love and gratitude to Mawlana Hazar Imam on the occasion of Salgirah.
