Global -- A special gallery of nature photographs taken by Prince Hussain was today launched as part of the exhibitions for the Diamond Jubilee celebrations. The gallery of Prince Hussain's photographs, especially selected and curated for this exhibition, are part of his collection of works which he has made available to Focused on Nature (), an organisation he founded to assist ...
Portugal -- Milhares de ismailis de todo o mundo estão a reunir-se em Lisboa, Portugal, para o lançamento de uma celebração histórica, que marca o ponto culminante do Diamond Jubilee de Mawlana Hazar. No aprazível Parque das Nações, mesmo em frente ao rio, centenas de voluntários de várias nacionalidades têm trabalhado incansavelmente dia e noite, em harmonia com um objetivo comum: ...
Diamond Jubilee Mubarak! As the Diamond Jubilee Celebration is just around the corner, here is some important information on orienting your way around Lisbon and the venues where the various celebration events will take place. ...
Global -- Thousands of Ismailis from Jamats around the world have gathered in Lisbon, Portugal for the launch of a historic celebration, to mark the conclusion of Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee. At the renowned Parque das Nações on the Lisbon seafront, hundreds of volunteers from numerous countries have been working tirelessly day and night, and in harmony towards a joint ...
Diamond Jubilee Celebration -- Pátio Mela will be a gathering space to celebrate diversity, creativity, and community that will be open during the day and night, and will be spread across indoor and outdoor areas. This video demonstrates the celebration, unity, and creativity that will be promoted in Pátio Mela. ...
Global -- After over 100 regional festivals and 20 national festivals, we are finally ready to welcome the global Jamat to our community's largest arts gathering to date. Reserve your tickets at jubilee.blueticket.pt and catch all of the amazing events we have in store. We await you in Lisboa, and look forward to celebrating as One Jamat. ...
Global -- The Jubilee Arts Festivals, held in countries across the world and culminating in the International Arts Festival in Lisbon in the coming days, has engaged the creative talent of the global Jamat for the past year. This is the first undertaking of its kind, bringing together Ismailis from around the world to celebrate art, film, photography, dance, music, and ...
United Kingdom -- Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in London on 25 June 2018 for his Diamond Jubilee visit to the United Kingdom. Articles:Mawlana Hazar Imam arrives in the United KingdomAga Khan Centre inaugurated in King's Cross, LondonMawlana Hazar Imam meets with Prime Minister of the United KingdomMawlana Hazar Imam graces UK Jamat with Darbar Galleries:Gallery: Diamond Jubilee visit to the United ...
Global -- From Toronto to Tajikistan, and from Mumbai to Maputo, Ismailis from around the world are set to visit Portugal this July to celebrate Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee as one global Jamat. Let's take a look back at the history of the Jamat in Portugal, and also look ahead to the important milestones that will take place in Portugal ...
Diamond Jubilee Celebration -- Have you reserved your tickets for the International Arts Festival? Seats are limited! Visit jubilee.blueticket.pt to reserve your tickets now. ...
United Kingdom -- The Aga Khan Centre was opened by HRH the Prince of Wales in the presence of Mawlana Hazar Imam on 26 June 2018, at an inauguration ceremony to coincide with Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee visit to the UK. Mawlana Hazar Imam was joined by Prince Amyn, Princess Zahra, Prince Rahim, Princess Salwa, Prince Hussain, and Prince Aly Muhammad, ...
United Kingdom -- Mawlana Hazar Imam granted a Diamond Jubilee Darbar in London yesterday for the UK jurisdiction Jamat. Members of the Jamat from the UK, Austria, Denmark, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden gathered for the historic Darbar at ExCel London. Hazar Imam recognised the contributions of the volunteers, thanking them for making the Darbar such a happy ...
United States -- It's nearly time to take the main stage as the final preparations are underway at the Manhattan Center. A loud voice from the far end announces, "once again," and the cast assembles onstage to perform the act once more so that the production cues can be perfected. The voice is familiar to the cast as it belongs to ...
United States -- The Chicago area Jamat, along with invited guests, had the opportunity to view the work of AKDN at the Ethics in Action exhibition at Glenview Jamatkhana on May 5, 2018. This series of panels highlighted the contributions the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is making to developing countries. Ethics in Action puts a spotlight on 8 ethical principles ...
The International Team The Rays of Light International Team formed during Mawlana Hazar Imam's Golden Jubilee year, with a group of 20 volunteers from the United States. This group grew quite quickly to an international team of over 85 volunteers from the USA, Canada, UAE, India, Pakistan Uganda and Tanzania, within 10 years. With diverse backgrounds of user experience specialists, seamstresses, ...
United Kingdom -- The Diamond Jubilee Music Series, held at venues across the United Kingdom jurisdiction, promoted pluralism and cultural encounters through the medium of music, culminating in a spectacular finale at London's prestigious Royal Albert Hall. At a time when embracing pluralism is paramount to society, musicians and artists are able to act as cultural ambassadors to the world. The ...
United Kingdom -- Mawlana Hazar Imam met with Prime Minister Theresa May yesterday at 10 Downing Street, the official residence and office of the British Prime Minister, following a luncheon hosted by senior government officials. During the meeting, Prime Minister May emphasised the importance of ongoing collaboration between the Ismaili Imamat, the Aga Khan Development Network, the Ismaili community and various ...
Canada -- Did you know that through the work of various Imamat institutions, Mawlana Hazar Imam has provided mediums, which address, and which the Jamat can use to address, misperceptions of Islam? "...even a distant acquaintance with the world of Islam is nearly totally absent from the general knowledge of Western society... In an effort to address these concerns, the Aga ...
Canada -- Did you know that most stereotypes about Islam can be challenges with examples from the history of Muslim civilizations? "We hear a great deal these days about a clash of civilizations between the Islamic world and the West. I disagree profoundly. In my view, it is a clash of ignorance which we are facing. And the answer to ignorance ...
Canada -- Did you know that being an Ambassador of Islam is not only about explaining Islam to others, but also about demonstrating the true nature of our faith by living according to the ethics of Islam and pursuing excellence? "Muslims living in the West can, and indeed must, contribute to improving the comprehension of what their faith does stand for, ...
Canada -- Did you know that Mawlana Hazar Imam has described acts of violence committed in the name of Islam as generally being political, social or economic in nature, rather than manifestations of faith? "Unfortunately the general public in the industrialised world sometimes accepts the facile and totally erroneous image that the Ummah is a monolithic block of believers, whose national ...
India -- With the intent of doing something for other living creatures in the habitat, a team of members got together and brainstormed of a way to help our aviary neighbours - nature's flying machines - by providing Bird water feeders for our winged friends, to get a little respite, particularly in the hot, dry summer when water can be hard ...
India -- Raju Bhai Kotadia (name changed) was a troubled man - besides the usual issues such as weather dependence, market prices and input availability that one would normally associate a farmer with, he was very concerned about damage to his crops by stray animals. Most nights he would stay up guarding his field from damage by these animals to which ...
United Kingdom -- Earlier today, the Aga Khan Centre was opened by HRH the Prince of Wales in the presence of Mawlana Hazar Imam, at an inauguration ceremony to coincide with Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee visit to the UK. Mawlana Hazar Imam was joined by Prince Amyn, Princess Zahra, Prince Rahim, Princess Salwa, Prince Hussain, and Prince Aly Muhammad, for a ...
United Kingdom -- Mawlana Hazar Imam travelled to the United Kingdom in June 2018 for his Diamond Jubilee visit. ...
United Kingdom -- Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in London on 25 June 2018 for his Diamond Jubilee visit to the United Kingdom. Upon his arrival, Mawlana Hazar Imam was received by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon, Minister of State for the Commonwealth and the United Nations, Liakat Hasham, President of the Ismaili Council for the UK, and other Jamati leaders. Following a ...
United Kingdom -- Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in London today to commence his Diamond Jubilee visit to the United Kingdom at the invitation of the government. Mawlana Hazar Imam was accompanied by Prince Amyn on arrival and was warmly welcomed at the airport by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon, Minister of State for the Commonwealth and the United Nations. President Liakat Hasham ...
Gallery: UK Jamat Celebrates Diamond Jubilee Visit -- Murids of all ages from across the UK jurisdiction Jamat have come together to prepare for and celebrate Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee visit to the United Kingdom. ...
Conciliation and Arbitration Board -- The Aga Khan Conciliation and Arbitration Board for United States of America Engages with Fellow Peacemakers During Restoring Community Day at Ismaili Jamatkhana Plano. In the time of Prophet Muhammad (SAS), a dispute arose when four tribes each wanted the honor of placing the Black Stone inside the Holy Ka'ba. So the Prophet found a resolution: ...
United Kingdom -- Over the weekend of 9 and 10 June 2018, The Ismaili Centre London participated in the annual Open Garden Squares weekend, inviting the public to discover and enjoy 'one of London's best-kept secrets.' Islamic gardens can be found across the globe, from tomb gardens to pleasure gardens, medicinal and botanical gardens. Traditionally, an Islamic garden incorporates symmetry, water ...
United Kingdom -- As we prepare for Mawlana Hazar Imam's arrival in the United Kingdom, we look back on previous visits which included Mawlana Hazar Imam meeting with the country's leaders, establishing new projects and institutions, and meeting with the Jamat. This photo gallery showcases some of his visits over the years. ...
United States -- If you missed the screenings in Jamatkhana, the 40-minute film of Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee visit to the United States is now available online. ...
Portugal -- As várias dimensões da ética no trabalho da AKDN Sendo um dos princípios sempre vigentes quer na tradição de serviço da comunidade ismaili quer no trabalho reconhecidamente meritório desenvolvido pela Rede para Desenvolvimento Aga Khan (AKDN), a Ética não poderia deixar de marcar forte presença nas comemorações do Diamond Jubilee de Mawlana Hazar Imam, que tem sido um incansável ...
Global -- Mawlana Hazar Imam granted a Diamond Jubilee Darbar in Paris yesterday for the France jurisdiction Jamat. Members of the Jamat from France, Belgium, Switzerland, and Côte d'Ivoire, along with murids from the UK jurisdiction who were unable to travel to the UK, gathered for the historic Darbar at Porte de Versailles, the same venue where Mawlana Hazar Imam first ...
Canada -- Did you know that stereotypes and misperceptions of Islam and Muslims have existed in the Western world for centuries? "When the clashes of modern times have come, they have most often grown out of particular political circumstances, the twists and turns of power relationships and economic ambitions, rather than deep theological divides. Yet sadly, what is highly abnormal in ...
Uganda -- To commemorate the month of Ramadan, an Iftar Dinner was organised for the Kibuli community by teams led by Nadim Lalani (Outreach) and Asif Patel (Youth and Sports). For the last few years, to intensify compassion for the less fortunate during Ramadhan, the Ismaili community has either run a food drive when food items have been distributed to the ...
United Kingdom -- The safety and security of Mawlana Hazar Imam and the Jamat is of utmost importance. To achieve this, the cooperation and support of the Jamat is essential and therefore we request the Jamat to observe the following:Always bring your Mulaqat card(s) with you and wear it at all times.Keep the number of items you bring with you to ...
Global -- With Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee visit quickly approaching, thousands of volunteers are working all hours, preparing to host Jamats from Austria, Denmark, Ireland, Italy, Germany, The Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and across the UK. In preparing for Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee visit to the United Kingdom, the demonstration of unity within the Jamat has been heartwarming. The various ...
Uganda -- Shia Ismaili Scouts and Guides Association in Uganda joined Ugandan Scouting Community for Clean Environment initiative Shia Ismaili Scouts and Guides Association in Uganda, joined the other Scouting community in a cleanliness initiative in Nsambya West. They participated in an initiative that was launched by Makindye District Scouts Council who on 'Heroes Day' organised cleaning of the community marking ...
