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Conversation with Firoz Rasul, President of the Aga Khan University. ...

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An online panel discussion exploring experiences and techniques in green and environmentally sensitive building and design in South and Central Asia. Recognising that construction is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, the panellists highlight innovations in materials, design and adaptation of local and traditional building practices to promote greener construction. Dr. Hristo Dikanski and Sana Dharani from the Aga Khan Agency ...

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Watch volunteers across the U.S. and Canada share why they dedicate their time and efforts to AKF. ...

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Afin de mieux comprendre les problématiques dans les domaines de la santé et de la parité, nous suivons des volontaires en santé communautaire dans leurs tournées au Kenya et en Tanzanie. On découvre leur impact sur l'amélioration de la santé familiale.... notamment en luttant contre les pratiques nocives pendant la grossesse et les soins aux nouveaux-nés, et en s'assurant que les femmes ...

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We follow community health volunteers on their rounds in Kenya and Tanzania, to learn more about the key health and gender equality issues facing rural communities. We see the crucial role that these volunteers play in improving family health... particularly in combatting harmful misconceptions about pregnancy and newborn care, and ensuring that pregnant women get timely, professional care at a health facility. ...

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On December 6, we gathered with Virtual Voyage participants and AKF supporters across the United States and Canada to reflect on our journey together, see more stories of AKF's work, and celebrate our collective impact. ...

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Today the Aga Khan Agency for Habitat, Pakistan AKAH won the World Habitat Awards 2020 Gold Award for its work helping vulnerable communities in Pakistan manage disaster risk and plan for a better future, using hazard vulnerability and risk assessments. Combining the latest scientific insights with the power of a community that is prepared, AKAH has helped set up plans for nearly ...

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Geneva, Switzerland, 24 November 2020 - In a statement delivered at the virtually held 2020 Afghanistan Conference by AKDN's Diplomatic Representative to Afghanistan Sheherazade Hirji, His Highness the Aga Khan, 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims and founder and Chairman of the AKDN, noted that as the country entered into a new period of transition, it would need the contribution ...

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On November 21, 2020, AKF hosted "Mind the Gap: Lessons from Challenging Education Contexts, and How We Can Safeguard the Next Generation's Learning Outcomes," with excerpts from a conversation with Khalil Z. Shariff, CEO of AKF USA, and Dr. Sweta Shah, Global Lead for Early Childhood Development at AKF. Watch the full interview between here. ...

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Official Side Event 3: Economic Priorities and Aid Effectiveness, 2020 Afghanistan Conference in Geneva, Switzerland, 23 November 2020. Remarks by Michael Kocher, General Manager of the Aga Khan Foundation. Read full speech: ...

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Statement by His Highness the Aga Khan at the 2020 Afghanistan Conference in Geneva, Switzerland, 24 November 2020. Delivered by Ms. Sheherazade Hirji, AKDN 's Diplomatic Representative to Afghanistan Read full statement: ...

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On November 21, 2020, AKF hosted "Mind the Gap: Lessons from Challenging Education Contexts, and How We Can Safeguard the Next Generation's Learning Outcomes," with excerpts from a conversation with Khalil Z. Shariff, CEO of AKF USA, and Nimet Rener, Director of Aga Khan Education Services. Watch the full interview between here. ...

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On November 21, 2020, AKF hosted a conversation on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on learning. Mind the Gap: Lessons from Challenging Education Contexts, and How We Can Safeguard the Next Generation's Learning Outcomes features a conversation between Khalil Z. Shariff, CEO of AKF USA, Firoz Rasul, President of Aga Khan University, Nimet Rener, Director of Aga Khan Education Services, and ...

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Official Side Event 3: Economic Priorities and Aid Effectiveness, UN Conference on Afghanistan, Geneva, Switzerland, 23 November 2020. Remarks by Michael Kocher, General Manager of the Aga Khan Foundation. Read full speech: ...

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Écrit et réalisé par le prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan, " Al-Khimyah ", le deuxième volet de la série " Close to Home " (Près de chez soi), présente le travail du Trust Aga Khan pour la culture (AKTC) dans la ville historique du Caire, en Égypte. Le film met en lumière le parc Al-Azhar, un espace vert d'une superficie de 30 hectares érigé sur une ancienne décharge, et raconte les ...

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When Coronavirus threatened to stop Afghan girls from getting to school and continuing their education, Afghan communities - with the support of the Afghan government, the UK's FCDO, the Aga Khan Foundation and partners - came together to find ways to keep girls learning so that no matter what they could follow their dreams. This is how we did it. ...

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As part of AKF USA's event Clean Energy: Bringing Equity to Vulnerable Communities, Aliya Jasmine Sovani interviewed Revealed Kataru and His Excellency, Mr. Daler Juma. Watch the full interview here. ...

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In this talk, Onno Rühl, General Manager, the Aga Khan Agency for Habitat, discusses the climate crisis in the world's Third Pole and the agency's work helping communities living in these regions build resilient habitats and adapt to an ever-riskier climate. ...

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Access to sanitation and clean water is one of India's biggest development challenges, and it disproportionately affects women and marginalized communities. See how AKF is addressing this challenge, with women leading the way. ...

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Today is 14 November, World Diabetes Day. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes kill 41 million people each year, equivalent to 71% of all deaths globally. These diseases are particularly disproportionate amongst lower income countries and populations, where more than three-quarters of global NCD deaths - 32 million - occur, and health ...

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Families living in rural Kenya have a hard time getting medical care. Join the Virtual Voyage as we hear from staff at the Kenyenya hospital who bridge the gap in healthcare. ...

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This fall, you're invited on Virtual Voyage: Around the World with AKF. Join the journey to see the impact of AKF's work in Africa and Asia. ...

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A message from Khalil Z. Shariff about Virtual Voyage: Around the World with AKF. ...

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In response to the ever growing need to address environmental challenges, the Aga Khan Development Network is taking action to operate more sustainably across all its projects. In East Africa, Industrial Promotion Services (IPS) project companies are investing in solar power to reduce their carbon footprint. This film explores the progress of IPS's first solar project, and what is to follow. ...

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This fall, we invite you to join us on our first-ever Virtual Voyage: Around the World with AKF. The voyage will launch on October 27 and culminate with a live celebration event on December 6. ...

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The Aga Khan University, the Aga Khan Agency for Habitat and the University of Central Asia launch a documentary film series about the climate crisis on the Roof of the World. Echoing the call to action of the newly launched Earthshot Prize, Voices from the Roof of the World will tell the stories of the millions of people and endangered wildlife living ...

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