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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.

Prince Rahim yesterday met His Holiness Pope Francis in Lisbon, during the Pope’s visit to mark World Youth Day, a week-long religious and cultural event established by the Catholic Church to bring together young people from around the world.

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In the early 10th century, a group of Berbers from Algeria braved the desert heat and set out on a pilgrimage to Mecca. There, they met an Ismaili dai and were so impressed by his knowlege and erudition, that they invited him back to North Africa with them to set up the conditions for an Ismaili state. This state was named after Hazrat Bibi Fatima, beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad and his wife Khadija (peace be upon them and their progeny). As Dr Shainool Jiwa explains in the latest episode of Muslim Footprints, this is the start of a remarkable story.

Muslim Footprints is back with an inspiring third episode — join us on an enthralling journey, accompanied by Dr Reza Shah Kazemi, as we delve into the profound life and timeless teachings of Imam Ali. Discover the spiritual legacy that Imam Ali left behind, paving a path of wisdom and enlightenment for generations to come. 

As we eagerly anticipate a thrilling adventure next summer, The Ismaili is pleased to present the official Global Encounters Festival song, “Dubai let’s go.” This incredible music video was created by talented musicians, vocalists, dancers, and choreographers of different ages from 11 countries, while the song features lines in English, Farsi, Arabic, and Hindi. Whether you’re planning to attend the festival in person or watch along from home — come on, let's go to Dubai!