Ismailis in Action

All over the United States, Ismailis, either individually or as part of a Jamati or institutional program, are engaged in interesting activities that are informative or inspirational.

Amran Hudda with his National Leadership Bowl trophy
Amran Hudda with his National Leadership Bowl trophy
Two Remarkable Journeys: Amran’s and Amar's Pursuit of Excellence and Inspiration
Two Remarkable Journeys: Amran’s and Amar's Pursuit of Excellence and Inspiration
16 September 2023

Debating and Virtual Reality Skills Showcase Two Students

Hakim Manji
Hakim Manji
Serving in the United States Coast Guard
Serving in the United States Coast Guard
3 September 2023

“An Inquisitive individual by nature, avid reader, and an artistic performer” is how a family member describes Hakim Manji.

Two Students Preparing to Join Stanford and Harvard
Two Students Preparing to Join Stanford and Harvard
31 August 2023

Healthcare, human rights, and neuroscience, are among fields of study for two students entering university.

Soha begins the first day of class by familiarizing the children with fundamental English vocabulary words.
Soha begins the first day of class by familiarizing the children with fundamental English vocabulary words.
A Small Step to Combat Illiteracy and Poverty in India
A Small Step to Combat Illiteracy and Poverty in India
6 August 2023

Houston high school student creates a project to help village children in Gujarat to learn English during summer break.

Seniors at Atlanta Northwest Jamatkhana doing face yoga.
Seniors at Atlanta Northwest Jamatkhana doing face yoga.
The Senior Center: Bringing the Past to the Future
The Senior Center: Bringing the Past to the Future
29 July 2023

Senior Centers in Jamatkhanas provide mental stimulation as well as social interaction.

From left): Aziza Hasan, Executive Director of New Ground; Dr. Shaheen Kassim-Lakha, Conrad Hilton Foundation; Los Angeles City Council Member Nithya Raman, and Joumana Silyan-Saba, Director of Policy and Discrimination Enforcement for the Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department, Los Angeles.
From left): Aziza Hasan, Executive Director of New Ground; Dr. Shaheen Kassim-Lakha, Conrad Hilton Foundation; Los Angeles City Council Member Nithya Raman, and Joumana Silyan-Saba, Director of Policy and Discrimination Enforcement for the Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department, Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Community Achievement Award Presented at Iftar Dinner
Los Angeles Community Achievement Award Presented at Iftar Dinner
24 July 2023

Los Angeles City Council Honors Dr. Shaheen Kassim-Lakha at Iftar Dinner.

The Reshamwalla family at work. Photo: Nimmi Richards.
The Reshamwalla family at work. Photo: Nimmi Richards.
Orange County Volunteers Join Others to Build Houses
Orange County Volunteers Join Others to Build Houses
20 July 2023

Volunteers support Muslim Build Day to help two families own a home.

 Georgia Governor and First Lady Kemp meet members and leaders of the Ismaili Council at the State Capitol to celebrate Navroz.
 Georgia Governor and First Lady Kemp meet members and leaders of the Ismaili Council at the State Capitol to celebrate Navroz.
Celebrating Navroz at the Georgia State Capitol
Celebrating Navroz at the Georgia State Capitol
16 July 2023

Navroz marked at Georgia State Capitol with Governor and Other Leaders Meeting  Members of the Jamat.

Sharmeen Ladhani with Omar Samji at the award ceremony.
Sharmeen Ladhani with Omar Samji at the award ceremony.
Conciliation and Arbitration Board Member Receives Texas Award
Conciliation and Arbitration Board Member Receives Texas Award
6 July 2023

Texas Association of Mediators Rising Star Award presented to CAB member.

The Pamiri Jamat from SFV and other Jamatkhanas.
The Pamiri Jamat from SFV and other Jamatkhanas.
Roz-e-Nur Celebrations Light up Los Angeles
Roz-e-Nur Celebrations Light up Los Angeles
4 July 2023

The Greater Los Angeles Jamat Gathers to Commemorate Roz-e-Nur, Celebrating Mawlana Hazar Imam’s First Visit to Tajikistan

Somewhere in the Baltic Sea aboard the USS Arlington during a NATO exercise, 2017.
Somewhere in the Baltic Sea aboard the USS Arlington during a NATO exercise, 2017.
A U.S. Marine, Cybersecurity Expert, and the Role of Faith in his Life
A U.S. Marine, Cybersecurity Expert, and the Role of Faith in his Life
30 June 2023

Former U.S. Marine discusses his new cybersecurity role.

A.C. Charania (left) with the Virgin Galactic team (including Richard Branson), in December 2015, with the 747-400 aircraft for the LauncherOne program to launch a rocket.
A.C. Charania (left) with the Virgin Galactic team (including Richard Branson), in December 2015, with the 747-400 aircraft for the LauncherOne program to launch a rocket.
From Virgin Galactic to NASA as its Chief Technologist
From Virgin Galactic to NASA as its Chief Technologist
25 June 2023

While most are focused on earthly endeavors and the routine of life, one individual has his eyes on space and the future. Twenty-three years into his aerospace career, A.C. Charania’s next mission is serving as NASA’s Chief Technologist. In his new role, he’s “very excited to bring all the lessons and experiences that have shaped me to help NASA be the best it can be in the twenty-first century.”

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