Ismaili Centres Archive

Youth volunteers from Austin aided in guiding the Jamat in the dining area.

Diamond Jubilee: Portraits of Volunteerism

“Work no words.”

Mukhi Saheb Minhaz Lakhani wishes an elderly Jamati member. Leadership formed an honor guard to welcome the Jamat to the Diamond Jubilee Opening Ceremonies.

Central Jamat Launches the Diamond Jubilee in Dallas

Central US Jamat Comes Together in Dallas for the Diamond Jubilee Celebration

Seniors of the "Matki" band perform in the evening of Diamond Jubilee, in Pasadena, CA.

Behind the Scenes: Snapshot into the Seniors’ Experience with the Diamond Jubilee

Three senior members of the Jamat, all from California, express how the Diamond Jubilee year has inspired voluntary service, self-reflection or both.

The Midwest Chorus sings a beautiful tribute to the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

Performances during the Diamond Jubilee

Emotions were high as devotional dances and songs bound Ismailis together globally at the Midwest celebrations.

Actively involved in community initiatives, Izzat Nurani serves as a volunteer with the Southeast Golden Club for Seniors.

A Glimpse into the Lives of Our Elders

During the trek from Uganda to Nairobi for Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Takht Nashini, the truck carrying Izzat Nurani’s family overturned, killing two of her loved ones and injuring several others.

Intellectual Traditions in Islam, by Farhad Daftary

To generate discussion on the nature and significance of these developments, The Institute of Ismaili Studies organized a seminar entitled ‘Intellectual Traditions in Islam’ held at the University of Cambridge, in August 1994. The key papers presented at the seminar have now become accessible through this publication to a wider audience of scholars, students and the general public.

Jamati members explore the My Journey to Homage exhibit.

A Repository for Posterity – The Jubilee Passport

Adults and children explore the Reflections Lounge, beginning their journey with Jubilee Passport.

On 11 July 2017, His Highness the Aga Khan commences his Diamond Jubilee, marking 60 years as the Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims. He is only the fifth Imam in the 1,400 year history of the Ismaili Imamat to reach this epic milestone.

Inspiration September 2017

Excerpt from Mawlana Hazar Imam, addressing the leaders of the global Jamat at his residence, Aiglemont, France, July 11, 2017

Singers perform devotional songs at the Diamond Jubilee Opening Ceremony.

Northeast Jamat Celebrates the Diamond Jubilee Year

The Jamat from the Northeast came together in Philadelphia’s Expo Center, to celebrate Hazar Imam’s Diamond Jubilee.

I-CERV volunteers organizing and bagging donated clothing items at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

Texas Experiences Historic Storm: Jamat is Safe

"With just a phone call, they reached us and took my family safely. 'Thank you,' is too small an expression for these great hands of help. I am really proud to be a part of this community. Thanks." Dr. Lakshmi Puppala, who was rescued from her home in Houston, by an Ismaili volunteer.

Volunteers ventured out into stormy conditions to provide assistance in flood affected areas

Helping Hands reach out to assist in Texas

Hurricane Harvey has been referred to as a "1,000-year flood," with its 50 inches of rainfall exceeding all records for the continental USA. It is estimated that damage from the storm will surpass that of hurricanes Sandy (New Jersey 2012) and Katrina (Louisiana 2005) combined. Volunteers have worked to reach Jamati members and others affected by the flooding, and to provide assistance with the recovery process.

The "My Journey to Homage" Exhibit at the Opening Ceremonies

Reflecting on the Northeast’s Diamond Jubilee Activities

While the Homage Ceremony was designed to encourage reflection, Jamati members found creative ways to personalize the experience, beyond a single day. Natasha Ladhani spoke with some of them.

An Artist’s Versatility

Painting different subjects in varying styles, an artist illustrates her talent.

New York Jamat Celebrates Ruz-e-Nur

One of the proud traditions of New York Headquarters Jamatkhana is celebrating Ruz-e-Nur. It is quite a new tradition at this Jamatkhana, only dating back to 2011 as an official Jamati celebration, introduced by Manhattan Jamatkhana.

Dr. Talib (front blue) with community health promotors, volunteers, and AKHS physician leads at the Rushan Village in Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast, Tajikistan.

Challenges and Opportunities in a Borderless World

Encouraged by globalization and recognizing the needs of the developing world, healthcare professionals are taking opportunities to serve a larger population and make a significant impact.

Harvard Liberal Arts Education Workshop

Harvard Club of the UAE (HC UAE) and Harvard South Asia Institute (SAI) hosted the first annual Liberal Arts Education Workshop at the Ismaili Centre Dubai

Bringing renewable energy to Bamyan

Faruq Vishram is an electrical engineer with a vision to light up lives by helping to develop renewable energy projects in Afghanistan and Northern Pakistan. He undertook a TKN assignment beginning in March 2015 to support a project funded by Global Affairs Canada to introduce solar energy to the newly inaugurated Bamyan Provincial Hospital in Afghanistan.