Events
See the events taking place at Ismaili Centres around the world.
Nov
5
Panel discussion with MSF, Red Cross UAE and AKAH held at the Ismaili Centre Dubai
4 November 2019
The Ismaili Centre Dubai, Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF), the International Committee of the Red Cross in UAE and the Aga Khan Agency for Habitat held a discussion on the current and future state of emergency medical and humanitarian aid and international development.
Oct
31
Back Home – Book Launch
30 December 2019
The Ismaili Centre Vancouver was honoured to partner with the Institute for Canadian Citizenship to host a citizenship ceremony in the social hall. Members of the Canadian government, leaders from the Ismaili community, new citizens and their guests were in attendance.
Oct
29
Writing on Islam as a non-Muslim: Lesley Hazleton
29 October 2019
Lesley Hazleton is an award-winning writer whose work focuses on the intersection of religion, history, and politics. She is a former reporter focusing on the Middle East as well as a celebrated author and award recipient of The Stranger’s Genius in Literature Award.
Oct
29
US Secretary of Energy and former Governor of Texas Rick Perry visits the Ismaili Centre Dubai
28 October 2019
United States Secretary of Energy and former Governor of Texas Rick Perry, visited Ismaili Centre Dubai for the second time after 12 years.
Oct
27
Students of Spark Global Philanthropy Canada visit the Ismaili Centre Dubai
26 October 2019
Students of Spark Global Philanthropy Canada visited the Ismaili Centre and were explained its role in promoting education and inclusiveness to build bridges of peace and understanding.
Oct
23
Exploring Global Health and Gender Equality
19 October 2019
The Aga Khan Foundation Canada is pleased to invite you to an evening exploring global health and gender equality issues in Africa and Asia. Join us to find out more about the struggles women in developing countries encounter. You will hear first-hand accounts of how Canadian-supported initiatives are contributing to improved health and rights for women and girls to those most in need. The evening will include a moderated armchair discussion with leading experts in the field, including Yasmin Karim, Dr. Shahirose Sadrudin Premji and Dr. Humayoon Helal.
Oct
23
Welcome lunch held in honour of the Ambassador of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi and Consul General to the UAE in Dubai
22 October 2019
A welcome lunch was held in honour of His Excellency Ghulam Dastgir, Ambassador of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi, and Consul General Ahmed Amjad Ali to the UAE in Dubai.
Oct
21
Czech musicians perform at the Ismaili Centre Dubai
20 October 2019
Traditional folk music and songs from the mountainous regions of Czechoslovakia, as it was then called, were performed by two Czech singers and musicians Jiri Slavik Junior and Marian Friedl at the Ismaili Centre Dubai.
Oct
19
Why Art Matters – with Dr. Sajoo and Henry Kim
19 October 2019
The final session of the Ismaili Centre, Toronto’s speaker series, Who Are We, Where Are We Headed? featured a discussion with Aga Khan Museum Director Henry Kim and centred on the theme of “Why Art Matters”. Hosted by Dr. Amyn Sajoo, the discussion was framed around the importance of art in our increasingly polarized world.
Oct
17
Flamenco Entertainment held at the Ismaili Centre Dubai
16 October 2019
Inclusive Flamenco entertainment, Real Dreams in Possible Bodies by José Galán, the only flamenco entertainment company in Spain for people with special needs, and people with disabilities was held at the Ismaili Centre Dubai in partnership with the Embassy of Spain.
Oct
16
All Candidates’ Forum at Ismaili Centre, Toronto
30 December 2019
Liberal Finance Minister Bill Morneau faced opposing political candidates in an All Candidates’ Forum hosted by the Ismaili Centre, Toronto. The debate allowed members from all political parties to engage in dialogue in advance of Canada’s federal election. Candidates discussed four key issues — climate change, economic security, international affairs, and diversity — moderated by Aleem Kanji, Vice President of Government Relations at the Sutherland Corporation, a public affairs and strategic communications firm.
Oct
15
Federal Election – Community Town Hall
30 December 2019
Candidates from Burnaby, BC running to become Members of Parliament through this year’s federal election taking place on October 21, 2019 participated in a community town hall for the Burnaby South Constituency hosted at the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver.
