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Are you all set for Global Ismaili CIVIC Day 2024?
26 September 2024
At this weekend’s Global Ismaili CIVIC Day (GICD), you’ll have a chance to create positive change in your local community, and help build a cleaner, greener world.
Prince Amyn meets Mayor of Toronto at City Hall
25 September 2024
A reception at Toronto’s City Hall brought together city councillors, civic leaders, and special guests to celebrate a decade of cultural and community-building efforts in the city.
HH Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum offers Patronage for Global Encounters Festival 2025
23 September 2024
In an exciting atmosphere of music and dance at the Ismaili Centre Dubai, leaders of the Jamat, diplomats, and delegates from the Dubai government gathered for the official launch of the Global Encounters Festival 2025.
The music band Fitoor: Performing in a new age
16 September 2024
In late 2019, a small group of talented musicians joined together to form a band. They were excited to collaborate on music and perform for audiences across the United States. But soon after their start, the covid-19 virus began to spread and the world shut down. Just as they were beginning to form a rapport and common style, they had to adjust to the new challenge of being separated.
Princess Zahra visits education projects in India
15 September 2024
Last week, Princess Zahra and her daughter Sara completed a five-day working visit to India, where, accompanied by members of the Aga Khan Schools board, they observed the progress of education projects in Telangana, Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Music video: Tum aal e Rasool
14 September 2024
The Ismaili is pleased to present Tum aal e Rasool performed by Taufiq Karmali and written by Irfan Gowani. The song honours the legacy of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his progeny.
How you can help those who need it most
12 September 2024
In recent years, societies across the world have been significantly affected by natural disasters. Homes, land and lives have been altered due to extreme weather patterns. This year's 4th annual Global Ismaili CIVIC Day (GICD) will spotlight environmental stewardship and living in closer harmony with the natural world, including disaster preparedness and relief.
Prince Rahim meets Swiss Foreign Minister
9 September 2024
Prince Rahim today met with Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis, Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of the Swiss Federation in Bern, to discuss cooperation between Switzerland and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) in countries and regions of shared interest.
What you can do to help tackle climate change
8 September 2024
From tree planting, neighbourhood clean up drives and shoreline cleanups, the Ismaili community has rallied in an effort to protect the environment over recent years. Learn how you can get involved in this crucial effort to make the world a cleaner, greener place.
How to care for someone with dementia
4 September 2024
With a rising number of people living with dementia, it’s important to learn about the disease, its symptoms, and actions we can take to spread awareness. How can we seek to bring the Jamat together and extend a helping hand to those in need?
Video: The Ismaili Update - August recap
30 August 2024
This end-of-month edition of The Ismaili Update features the top stories from the month of August. Join host Tania Samnani for all the highlights from Prince Aly Muhammad’s visits to India and Kenya, the Global Encounters Camps and Heritage Journeys, and much more!
Prince Aly Muhammad visits Gujarat and Nairobi
29 August 2024
Prince Aly Muhammad travelled to Gujarat, India and Nairobi, Kenya this month for work that the Aga Khan Foundation is carrying out to create economic opportunity for young people and to tackle climate change.
