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Interview with landscape architect Vladimir Djurovic
25 May 2020
When Lebanese landscape architect Vladimir Djurovic was commissioned to design the Aga Khan Park in Toronto in 2005, Mawlana Hazar Imam suggested he take a tour of Islamic gardens and architecture around the world, ranging from Fatehpur Sikri in India to Alhambra in Spain. In this interview, he explains how the research trip helped his design of the Aga Khan Park to capture the essence of the Islamic garden.
The blessing of helping others: Tajikistan’s heroes in action
24 May 2020
Members of the Jamat in Tajikistan are helping their communities — which are at high risk of natural disasters — as part of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), an integral part of the Aga Khan Agency for Habitat (AKAH)'s emergency management activities.
Ismaili music artists prepare to entertain and inspire in the Shukrana Concert
22 May 2020
Over 70 talented acts from across the global Jamat have been preparing to take part in a unique virtual concert, entitled Shukrana: Celebration of Eid, to be screened exclusively on The Ismaili TV. The non-stop musical extravaganza will feature over 20 hours of original content, spread across three days, beginning on Sunday 24 May at 2 AM EDT / 7 AM BST / 9 AM EAT / 11 AM TJT.
Video: Eid greetings for the Jamat
22 May 2020
Each of the Ismaili National Council Presidents shares Eid ul-Fitr greetings and felicitations as the global Jamat prepares to celebrate Eid together at home.
Message from Mawlana Hazar Imam, 23 May 2020
22 May 2020
Navigating university admissions amid unprecedented times
21 May 2020
Applying to an undergraduate programme can often feel like an arduous phase in a student’s life, even without the added burden of a global pandemic. However, this unprecedented time allows students an opportunity to seek out unique and creative ways to prepare themselves for the upcoming university application process.
Music Video: Ya Allah - You are the One
21 May 2020
During the early weeks of the Covid-19 pandemic, for the occasion of Eid ul-Fitr in 2020, the children of the global Jamat expressed their heartfelt hopes and wishes for safety and good health, and their gratitude to Allah for the abundant blessings in all our lives. Check out one of the first ever releases by The Ismaili Sounds, Ya Allah - You are the One.
The Ismaili greeting eCard service
20 May 2020
The Ismaili is pleased to relaunch its eCard greeting service. For the upcoming occasion of Eid ul-Fitr, choose from several unique designs, add a personal message, and send your eCard to multiple contacts at a time. Visit the.ismaili/ecards to get started.
Global Pandemic Relief Fund
17 May 2020
Across the globe, Jamati and AKDN institutions are at the forefront of responding to the Covid-19 pandemic, providing urgent humanitarian assistance, slowing the virus’s spread, caring for the infected, and addressing the broader consequences of the current crisis.
Digital Magazine: AKTC At Home, Issue 3
17 May 2020
The third issue of AT HOME, a new digital magazine presenting the programmes and projects of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC). This issue will shine a spotlight on the Aga Khan Award for Architecture and also feature the Aga Khan Music Programme, the Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme, Aga Khan Museum, and a presentation on the notion of culture and pluralism.
Upcoming Event: Looking Past the Crisis with Khalil Shariff
16 May 2020
In this first edition of the Visionary Voices Ismaili Centre Lecture series, Khalil Shariff, CEO of the Aga Khan Foundation Canada, will share stories of our community’s resilience, the work of the Aga Khan Development Network, and how we can support others around the world through the crisis.
The Ismaili TV to host Shukrana Concert in celebration of Eid
15 May 2020
The Ismaili is pleased to present a second concert in as many weeks, to coincide with the observance of Eid ul-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan. The celebration of music will feature talented Ismaili performers from around the world for two days of music on 24 and 25 May.
