Destaques
Beyond the mat: Defeating opponents and breaking stereotypes
11 November 2024
Spurred on by family support and a desire to make a difference, these twins from Hunza, Pakistan are taking the taekwondo world by storm.
Murad Sarkhosh: The lifelong effects of a scar
21 October 2024
Murad Sarkhosh’s journey into the arts had an unconventional beginning. He decided on his dedication to the craft of music at the young age of 14. An everlasting memory began with a deep cut, but that scar isn’t what remained with the artist all these years later.
A journey of mutual service
15 October 2024
After Salima’s mother passed away in 2019, something in her mind changed. “I was at home, doing nothing. I didn’t want to go back to my previous job,” she recalls. Salima came across a mentorship opportunity, which aligned with her desire to serve the Jamat. She was excited to take it on, but didn’t expect her life to change the way it did.
Natasha Baig: amplifying positive messages
14 October 2024
A passion for her craft combined with her faith inspired in Natasha Baig a strong desire to become the best artist she can be. But her greatest achievement might also be her biggest challenge.
Milad-un-Nabi
14 September 2024
This week, Muslims around the world commemorate Milad-un-Nabi, literally meaning the “birth of the Prophet.” Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his progeny) was born in Mecca in the year 570 CE and grew up to be a respected merchant, known for his honesty, integrity and trustworthiness. At the age of 40, he received his first revelation from Allah, marking the commencement of his mission as Allah's last and final messenger.
Reflecting on 67 years of Imamat - Part one: 1957-1967
1 July 2024
On 11 July 2024, the global Jamat will commemorate a special milestone - Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 67th Imamat Day. Through a series of reflections, let's look back through the years, starting with his first decade as Imam.
Building Resilience through a Sense of Community
20 March 2024
This month, we reflect on resilience and overcoming trauma. Discover what resilience is, how it relates to trauma and how we can become more resilient in facing adversity.
Embracing our many voices
21 January 2024
The world is a vast repository of diverse languages and dialects – our ancestors handed down to us more than 6000 unique languages. How many of these do you interact with in your daily life?
Ten Tips for 2024
31 December 2023
This new year, what are you planning to do more of? Or less of? To assist with your reflections, here are ten tips to consider. As ever, the idea is to strive toward progress, not perfection. Let's make 2024 a healthy, productive, and balanced year for us all.
2023: A record-breaking year
29 December 2023
The World Health Organization earlier this year declared the end of the covid-19 health emergency. Given the pandemic’s impact on each of our lives, one might think this would have been the standout story of 2023. As it turned out, this news came and went while other stories occupied our attention this year.
A year of economic instability
27 December 2023
The global economy experienced a bumpy ride in 2023, with fluctuating inflation and the rise of artificial intelligence applications. To understand how this could affect you, take a look back at The Ismaili's economy-related content over the past 12 months.
A year of milestones in education
26 December 2023
The year 2023 was a special one for the education institutions of the Ismaili community and Aga Khan Development Network. Let's take a look back at the highlights from the world of education over the past 12 months.
