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Mayor Basílio Horta awards the Sintra's Municipal Merit Medal to Prince Amyn.
Mayor Basílio Horta awards the Sintra's Municipal Merit Medal to Prince Amyn.
Prince Amyn receives Sintra’s Municipal Merit Medal
Prince Amyn receives Sintra’s Municipal Merit Medal
29 June 2024

The Mayor of Sintra yesterday awarded the town’s Municipal Merit Medal to Prince Amyn, in recognition of the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF)’s many years of work to enhance the quality of life in the local area.

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Twenty two flags fly at the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat in Lisbon, representing each of the Ismaili Council jurisdictions worldwide.
Twenty two flags fly at the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat in Lisbon, representing each of the Ismaili Council jurisdictions worldwide.
LIF members meet in Lisbon
LIF members meet in Lisbon
27 June 2024

Last weekend, the Ismaili Leaders’ International Forum (LIF) met at the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat in Lisbon, Portugal, for the first time.

The University of Alberta installed Nizar Somji as its 23rd Chancellor during its Spring Convocation on 21 June 2024.
The University of Alberta installed Nizar Somji as its 23rd Chancellor during its Spring Convocation on 21 June 2024.
Inspiring leader Nizar Somji appointed as University of Alberta Chancellor
Inspiring leader Nizar Somji appointed as University of Alberta Chancellor
26 June 2024

The University of Alberta recently celebrated the appointment of Nizar Somji as its 23rd Chancellor during its Spring Convocation on 21 June 2024.

Twenty two flags fly at the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat in Lisbon, representing each of the Ismaili Council jurisdictions worldwide.
Twenty two flags fly at the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat in Lisbon, representing each of the Ismaili Council jurisdictions worldwide.
LIF members meet in Lisbon
LIF members meet in Lisbon
25 June 2024

This past weekend, the Ismaili Leaders’ International Forum (LIF) met at the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat in Lisbon, Portugal, for the first time.

Riverside Vibes
Riverside Vibes
24 June 2024

Transformation of the Singapore River into a vibrant hub of sustainability, engaging families with zero-waste initiatives, eco-friendly activities, and community conversations led by volunteers to inspire a greener future.

Ghadir Khumm

Video: Why is Ghadir Khumm Important?
23 June 2024

According to Shia belief, by declaring Hazrat Ali as Mawla after him, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) transferred his own spiritual authority bestowed upon him by Allah to Hazrat Ali, making him — and all the Imams that follow — the Amirul Mu’minin, or Master of the Believers.

An Arabic-script ambigram, where ‘Muhammad’ upside down is read as ‘Ali’ and vice versa.
An Arabic-script ambigram, where ‘Muhammad’ upside down is read as ‘Ali’ and vice versa.
Eid-e Ghadir
Eid-e Ghadir
23 June 2024

This week, Shia Muslims across the world observe Eid-e Ghadir, marking the anniversary of an important event in Muslim history. According to Shia belief, tradition, and interpretation of history, this occasion commemorates the pivotal gathering at Ghadir Khumm, when Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) — based on a divine command from Allah — designated Hazrat Ali as his successor and the first in the continuing line of hereditary Imams.

Landscape
Landscape
#GoGreen | #SayYesToWasteLess | #ClimateAction
#GoGreen | #SayYesToWasteLess | #ClimateAction
19 June 2024

Interactive games like the Climate Fresk and Circular Economy Collage ignite a passion for environmental stewardship and empower participants of all ages to embrace sustainable practices.

Composting Image
Composting Image
Composting Drive
Composting Drive
17 June 2024

Ismaili CIVIC and Henderson-Dawson Green Action for Communities launched a successful neighborhood composting drive, collecting over 152 kg of organic waste from 60 households to promote sustainable living and community engagement as part of Singapore's #GoGreenSG initiative.

Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha
16 June 2024

This week, alongside our sisters and brothers in Islam, we commemorate Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice. The occasion recalls the monotheistic ethos at the heart of the Abrahamic traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

PRAK in Pakistan

Video – The Ismaili Update: Pakistan
11 June 2024

Join host Erum Fatima for the latest episode of The Ismaili Update, coming to you from Pakistan, where Prince Rahim recently concluded a five-day visit. During his visit, Prince Rahim met with government, Jamati and institutional leaders, and visited AKDN projects in Gilgit-Baltistan. Pakistan’s President, Asif Ali Zardari, conferred the Nishan-i-Pakistan on Prince Rahim for his “untiring efforts to improving the quality of life of peoples in resource-constrained regions of Asia and Africa”.

Prince Rahim met with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, at his official residence in Islamabad.
Prince Rahim met with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, at his official residence in Islamabad.
Prince Rahim concludes visit to Pakistan
Prince Rahim concludes visit to Pakistan
9 June 2024

On the final day of his visit to Pakistan, Prince Rahim met with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, at his official residence in Islamabad.

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