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Mawlana Hazar Imam conveys blessings for the worldwide Jamat
27 March 2020
Mawlana Hazar Imam has sent a message with blessings for the global Jamat, which is shared here by Malik Talib, Chairman of the Ismaili Leaders’ International Forum.
Experiencing Ikebana at the Ismaili Centre, Dubai
27 March 2020
The Japanese consulate and the Ismaili Centre, Dubai, recently partnered to feature the art of ‘Ikebana,’ which took participants on a journey of culture, art, time, and nature, reminding us to look within to find calm and peace.
The Jubilee Arts effect: Promoting art and culture in India
27 March 2020
Since early 2016, the Aga Khan Youth and Sports Board (AKYSB) in India has been working to promote the arts among young members of the Jamat through the development of a dedicated Arts and Culture portfolio. Curated by winners from the National Jubilee Arts event, AKYSB’s programmes in dance, music, and photography are nurturing an engagement with art and culture at an early age.
Chemistry experiment for kids with Aheel Tejani
27 March 2020
Learn about oil and water with Aheel Tejani from Kenya.
Social Distancing
26 March 2020
It's Time To Get Serious About Social Distancing.
Keeping Kids Engaged
26 March 2020
It’s no fun missing school – for kids as well as parents! But there are simple ways to turn time at home into creative, productive opportunities for your kids to learn, grow and engage. The Education portfolio has put together a list of resources for kids to continue learning at home, pick up new skills and work on creative and fun projects.
Webinar: Managing anxiety and building mental wellness - coping with COVID-19
26 March 2020
Organised by the Aga Khan Youth and Sports Board Canada.
Maximising productivity while learning from home
25 March 2020
In response to the global Covid-19 pandemic, many educational institutions have transitioned from in-person to online learning. For students who are used to classroom settings, a different learning setting can pose new challenges, especially when trying to remain productive and motivated. Here are some strategies to adapt to an online learning environment.
Prince Rahim visits East Africa to evaluate AKDN’s response to environmental sustainability and climate change
24 March 2020
In early March, Prince Rahim, accompanied by his wife, Princess Salwa, visited Kenya and Tanzania, to better understand the plans and responses of the various institutions and agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) towards environmental sustainability and climate action.
Video: Navroz Mubarak - with love from the Far East
20 March 2020
Experience the richness and diversity of the Far East countries — the institutional leadership and community wishes everyone globally Navroz Mubarak.
Storytime: My Mamma Wants to Eat Me Up! by Faiza Venzant
20 March 2020
Brought to you by the Ismaili Council for Canada.
Video: Navroz Mubarak Song
20 March 2020
To commemorate Navroz, The Ismaili is excited to release a new song entitled 'Navroz Mubarak.' With lyrics in English, Hindi, Farsi, Gujarati, Russian, Portuguese, Burushaski, Arabic, and a touch of Shughni rap, this creative expression of love and gratitude features over 100 Ismaili artists from 14 countries, reflecting our global celebration of Navroz together as One Jamat.
