VIDEO: LIVE WITH US: A Tribute to Our Volunteers
LIVE WITH US: A Tribute to Our Volunteers ...
VIDEO: Family Sunday Activity: Make a Flatweave Rug - March, 29, 2020
Make a do-it-yourself woven rug this Family Sunday. This family-friendly activity is inspired by the Museum's Sanctuary exhibition, a collection of traditionally woven rugs featuring designs by leading global artists. Watch the video to learn how to weave a miniature carpet, and then make one of your own. For more #MuseumWithoutWalls activities for kids, go to . ...
VIDEO: Amir ElSaffar Two Rivers Ensemble with opening act Spiral Modes - April 2019
Discover a transcendent space where musical boundaries dissolve with this special archival concert by critically acclaimed trumpeter and composer Amir ElSaffar and his Two Rivers sextet. The openers for the show were Spiral Modes, who formed in 2017 following a jam session at the Museum with members of Yo-Yo Ma's Silk Road Ensemble. Spiral Roads' performance is presented by TD Bank Group. This ...
IVC Cadets Weekly Activities
UK -- The IVC are proud to launch a series of weekly activities for the Cadets to take part in Even though we are temporarily apart, we will still stay united and connected. Let's use this downtime to remember our values and have fun! This week, we invite you to showcase your talents and celebrate the diversity in our jamat with ...
VIDEO: Message from the Ismaili Council for the Northeastern United States
Message from the Ismaili Council for the Northeastern United States ...
VIDEO: Message from the Ismaili Council for the Western United States
Message from the Ismaili Council for the Western United States ...
The Jubilee Arts effect: Promoting art and culture in India
Global -- 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 ...
Experiencing Ikebana at the Ismaili Centre, Dubai
Global -- 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. A central purpose of the Ismaili Centres around the world is to encourage mutual exchanges and understanding between diverse peoples, communities ...
Global Encounters Update
Global Encounters -- March 28, 2020 GLOBAL ENCOUNTERS 2020 UPDATE Due to the current coronavirus pandemic and the unprecedented uncertainty that the next few months will bring, Global Encounters has made the difficult decision to not move forward with our July 2020 programmes. Since our inception in 2012, Global Encounters has approached each participant's experience with keen attention to safety and ...
JollyGul.com: Special Prayers for Extraordinary Times- Opera Style Singing Rendition
JollyGul.com presents a special prayer for these extraordinary times we are passing through in an operatic singing style with piano accompaniment. The prayer is written in English by the JollyGul Team. ...
35th Imam - Abu Dhar Ali - by Mumtaz Ali Tajddin
GOOGLE.COM -- Like his father, Imam Abu Dhar Ali also passed a darwish life in Anjudan and advised his followers to exercise precautions due to new religious tendencies in Iran. In 1499, Shah Ismail decided that the time was ripe for his supreme bid for power. He prepared a colossal army and began to conquer Iranian and Iraqi territories, founding the Safavid empire and proclaimed Shi'ism as the state religion of Iran. Many were executed and others migrated. Sunni theologians went to Herat, India and Bukhara, while one renowned Ismaili scholar, Shah Tahir Hussain Dakkani, also fled from Kashan to India. The Sufis were also not spared and began to live under the cloak of the Twelvers. The strict Shi'ite tendency in Iran also forced the Ismailis to ...
Helpful Resources for When Schools Are Closed
THEHOMESCHOOLMOM.COM -- [ISMAILI DIGEST ED: For our many past articles on this subject, please search Ismaili Digest for "homeschooling".] ARTICLE: Social distancing requirements, closed school systems, and working from home have combined to bring families suddenly together in a way they may never have experienced. We are seeing lots of parents asking about how to homeschool or help their children learn at home. These resources can help with scheduling, keeping kids engaged, and staying sane during social distancing. Be sure to check out our complete household planner and unit study downloads! Have grace with yourself and your kids--this is ...
Suddenly Homeschooling? Tips from Homeschooling Veterans on Getting a Handle on What to Do
THEHOMESCHOOLMOM.COM -- [ISMAILI DIGEST ED: For our many past articles on this subject, please search Ismaili Digest for "homeschooling".] ARTICLE: Although this unusual situation is being called homeschooling, it's really not. It can be scary to homeschool even after much research and preparation but suddenly finding yourself in charge of your children's learning, without choosing to be, may seem overwhelming or even terrifying. If your child is staying connected with the public school during their time at home, just follow the school's academic plan. But when it comes to organizing your days, homeschool schedules come in all shapes and sizes and it can be confusing to decide how to schedule your child's day when you have never homeschooled. The truth is that there is no typical homeschool day; homeschool schedules are as varied as homeschool families. Sometimes the order of the homeschooling schedule is less important than ...
44 Easy and Healthy Recipes With Pantry Staples and Frozen Foods by Shahzadi Devje (@Desiliciousrd)
As we avoid going outdoors, it means fewer visits to restaurants, grocery stores and markets - and cooking more at home. If you're on the hunt for easy and healthy recipes ...
A COVID-19 update from our CEO
[H/T SIMERG] -- AGA KHAN FOUNDATION FOR CANADA -- In Canada, the Aga Khan Foundation is following all recommendations of the Government of Canada and other relevant authorities. That means, effective last week: We have suspended this year's World Partnership Walk and World Partnership Golf campaigns and will provide information on alternate plans for these soon. We have cancelled all tours of the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat building in Ottawa until further notice. Our travelling exhibit, In a Heartbeat, is suspended until further notice. We have postponed our International Youth Fellowship pre-departure training in Ottawa to begin at the end of July, with overseas placements beginning at the end of August. We ...
Building Resilience
UK -- In light of the Covid-19 pandemic and postponement of our International Women's Day celebration, the Women's Activities Portfolio shares food for thought on how to build resilience in the face of adversity. International Women's Day (IWD) was founded to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women across the world. This is an important occasion to commemorate ...
The Law on Restriction of Movement and Gatherings
UK -- New laws have now been introduced which means anyone who breaks the coronavirus lockdown rules will be breaking the law and faces arrest. The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) Regulations 2020 came into force on 26 March 2020 which allows this laws to be enforced. This article focuses on the restriction of movement (Regulation 6) and restrictions to gatherings ...
Special Presentation by Jiill for #Navroz2020: Ramz-e-Khusraw
"Ramz-e-Khusraw" brings a tune that reverberated through the centuries across the mountains and ancient towns of Central Asia. An expression of love of nature and an ode to the spiritual A ...
University of Toronto medical students helping health-care workers during COVID-19
University of Toronto medical students Orly Bogler and Imaan Kherani organized a group of classmates to help front-line health-care workers with child care, groceries and other errands during the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
Maintaining Healthy Relationships and Emotional Well Being
UK -- Relationships, whether they are between parents and children, husband and wife, amongst brothers and sisters or within the extended families are an important part of our lives that we must nurture and cherish. During these unprecedented times, whilst there are pressures upon these relationships as a result of isolation and precautions following the guidance from the government authorities, we ...
COVID-19 - Get Your Home Ready - Follow Up
ANZ -- After a COVID-19 outbreak has ended in your community: Follow Up Remember, a COVID-19 outbreak could last a long time. The impact on individuals, households, and communities might be great. When public health officials determine the outbreak has ended in your community, take time to improve your household's plan. As public health officials continue to plan for COVID-19 and ...
COVID-19 - Get Your Home Ready - Act
ANZ -- During an outbreak in your community, protect yourself and others by:Staying home from work, school, and all activities when you are sick with COVID-19 symptoms, which may include fever, cough, and difficulty breathing.Keeping away from others who are sick.Limiting close contact with others as much as possible (about 6 feet). Put your household plan into action Stay informed about ...
COVID-19 - Get Your Home Ready - Plan
ANZ -- Before a COVID-19 outbreak occurs in your community: Plan A COVID-19 outbreak could last for a long time in your community. Depending on the severity of the outbreak, public health officials may recommend community actions designed to help keep people healthy, reduce exposures to COVID-19, and slow the spread of the disease. Local public health officials may make recommendations ...
COVID-19 Updates
ANZ -- The information provided in this Coronavirus or COVID-19 advisory is intended to ensure that we are taking all measures recommended by the Australian Goverment Department of Health and Ministry of Health NZ to protect ourselves, our families and our wider communities. ANZ Official Covid-19 Links We advise against forwarding unverified social media messaging, including text and WhatsApp messages, as ...
VIDEO: USA Navroz Reflections 2020: Lab Pe Aati Hai Dua - Zikr Band
USA Navroz Reflections 2020: Lab Pe Aati Hai Dua - Zikr Band ...
Special UK Jamat Evening Programme Online
SATURDAY, MARCH 28 2020: 6:15pm London (GMT) ~~ 6:15pm: UK update and message from the leadership video. ~~ 6:30pm: Quiet time for prayers. ~~ 7:00pm: Feature Film: Opening of the Ismaili Centre Dubai, 2008. ~~ 7:45pm: Feature Film: Jubilee Arts Lisbon, 2018. The National Council for the UK Jurisdiction is proud to announce a special Jamati Programme Online. The program will be streamed live at the.ismaili/uk/live ...
"Unseen Tajikistan" ... The Rough and Unforgettable Pamir Highway - Full Documentary
YOUTUBE.COM -- [ISMAILI DIGEST ED: Highly recommended. The opening scenes are of a region where tens of thousands Ismailis live and Hazar Imam has poured in millions of dollars for development -- such as the Panj River bridges+markets AKDN developed and the video highlights. Watch with your family while stuck at home!] ARTICLE: Do not miss this incredible chance to catch a glimpse of one the most isolated parts of mountainous Central Asia; the astonishing area around lake Karakul that has not been filmed for television prior to this documentary. This remarkable journey will take us to Tajikistan; the Autonomous Province of Gorno-Badakhshan, to be more precise. Environmental expert, Jamshed, is travelling via the twisted and uncertain "Pamir Highway." The final point for his expedition ...
Introverts, Let's Use This Time to Teach the World about Introversion and Its Benefits
INTROVERTDEAR.COM -- We're living in uncertain and even scary times right now. Many of us are stuck in our own homes, unable to go out and do the things we're so used to doing. A coworker was telling me how her extroverted son is going crazy right now because he can't go out and do anything. Since we introverts are wired to handle being by ourselves, we're much better able to handle forced social isolation. The world is turning to us to learn how to best handle this crisis and we have a unique opportunity to show the world not only how to be an introvert, but that introversion is a great thing -- not just during times of crisis, but all the time. Here are five things I believe we as introverts should be showing everyone: 1. Spending time alone helps ...
Mawlana Hazar Imam: "...every individual can respond to art and music"
"Now I know that in some parts of the world, the words "Muslim" and "music" are not often linked together in the public mind. But they should be... The cultural heritage of Islam has long embraced musical language as an elemental expression of human spirituality. Listening to music, practising music, sharing music, performing music - have long been an intimate part ...
Editor's Choice: Ismaili Digest -- Here's what social media and smartphones do to your children's brains
Social media and smartphones. Although we wonder how we lived without them, if we knew the damage they do to our brains, especially children's brains, we might wonder why we use them so addictively (hint: it's because social media executives have admitted, on video, they deliberately designed it to be addictive). Last September (2019), Ismaili Digest made the decision to ...
Maximising productivity while learning from home
Global -- 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. In this unprecedented time, it's important that ...
The World Finally Respects Homeschooling Moms
EVIEMAGAZINE.COM -- Most of us assumed education could only be done one way: in school. However, besides "normal" schools, some parents educate their children in their homes. And now that coronavirus has put normal day to day activities, like going to school, on hold parents of school kids are getting a taste of what homeschooling is really like. As homeschooling becomes the norm for the next few weeks, it's becoming clear just how much homeschooling moms deal with at home with the kids every single day. Mothers who choose to homeschool are warriors in their own right, giving up much of their own personal freedom for the betterment of the next generation. Watching parents gain a deeper respect for these homeschooling moms is heartening. Homeschooling has been shown to ...
Infants
UAE -- Language & Communication Parent Article: 13 Things Babies Learn When We Read with Them Refer to this article to better understand what your young ones are learning when you read to them during their early years. 13 Things Babies Learn When We Read with Them Arts & Sensory Experiences Edible Finger Paint Try this completely edible non-toxic paint recipe ...
Early Childhood Development
UAE -- Tips for Talking to Young Children about COVID-19 The following resources have been provided to help you navigate difficult conversations with your young ones. Children need a safe space to ask questions and express their concerns. Use this opportunity to help your child understand how the world affects those around them. Emotions and Self-Awareness Answering Your Child's Questions Why ...
Toddlers (1-3 Years)
UAE -- Language & Communication Parent Article: Reading with Toddlers Learn tips and techniques to enhance your child's communication skills in their early years. Toddlers and Reading: Describe but Don't Drill Sensory Story Tub: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Use a story sensory tub to build early literacy skills in your child using their favourite book. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Sensory Storytelling ...
Shereen Ladha (@Shereenladha): Come on Let's Dance
It's important during this time while we're responsibly physical distancing and collectively trying to help this situation, that we keep moving, exercising, learning new things, and take some time for enjoyment. ...
Preschoolers (3-5 Years)
UAE -- Subscriptions UAE Book subscription service: Peekado (PAID) This paid for subscription service allows you to build your home library or rent books monthly. Vooks (PAID) Parents get one month free subscription to a streaming library of online read aloud story books. Storyline Online (FREE) This resource streams videos featuring celebrity actors reading children's books alongside creatively produced illustrations. Digital ...
