Global -- In a speech at the Canadian Parliament in 2014, Mawlana Hazar Imam spoke of the contributions made by Time and Knowledge Nazrana (TKN) volunteers and said "The importance of contributing one's individual energies on a voluntary basis to improving the lives of others is not a matter of philanthropy, but rather of self-fulfilment... their impact has been enormous in ...
By ANDREW KOSOROK In Western media there is a consistently badgering narrative reminding us that Islam is a vast monolith of secret, closely knit terrorist cells, just aching for the go-ahead to make their dastardly move. Except for the serious subject matter, this absurdity is almost comically profound -- but when mere moments are given to news consumption in social media, ...
The Southeastern USA Jamat came together on July 11, 2017 to celebrate the launch of the Diamond Jubilee year, marking Mawlana Hazar Imam's 60 years of Imamat. ...
Features the Celebration of Hazar Imam's 80th birthday; clips from the Second International Ismaili Studies Conference; a presentation on Sultan Muhammad Shah and the Roundtable Conferences; a rare documentary on the Aga Khan Place in India; an interview on the contemporary Islamic world of Ali Asani; a lecture on belief of evil and demons in 10th century Ismailism...and more. ...
In recognition of the exemplary individuals, organizations, and corporations who have dedicated their time and resources to support the work of the United Nations and the Sustainable Development Goals, the United ...
His Highness the Aga Khan for his leadership in global health, education, and the refugee crisis through the Aga Khan Development Network, as well his extensive work with the UN. UN ...
United States -- The Southeastern USA Jamat came together on July 11, 2017 to celebrate the launch of the Diamond Jubilee year, marking Mawlana Hazar Imam's 60 years of Imamat. ...
New York, USA, 18 October 2017 His Highness the #AgaKhan underscores role of civil society & #pluralism in building a better world -... twitter.com/i/web/status/9...-- Aaron Sherinian (@ASherinian) October 19, 2017 The ...
(The material on this page will be updated at regular intervals, as more information is made available - ed.) The United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNA-USA) and the United Nations Foundation presented His Highness the Aga Khan with the "Champion for Global Change" Award at the annual Global Leadership Dinner held on October 18, 2017 at Gotham ...
Based on one of Farid ud-Din Attar's masterpiece, Mantiq Al-Tayr (The Conference of the Birds). ...
Secretary-General António Guterres (right) meets with Prince Karim Aga Khan, Founder and Chairman of the Aga Khan Development Network. 18 October 2017 United Nations, New York Source: United Nations Photo Related ...
A short film on His Highness the Aga Khan and his role as the Spiritual Leader of the Ismaili Muslims, as well as the Chairman and Founder of the Aga Khan Development Network. ...
Jubilee Concerts -- Highlights of the Jubilee Concert held in Houston, Texas, September 2017. ...
Jubilee Concerts -- Highlights of the Jubilee Concert held in Chicago, Illinois, September 2017. ...
Jubilee Concerts -- Highlights of the Jubilee Concert held in Tampa, Florida, September 2017. ...
Jubilee Concerts -- Highlights of the Jubilee Concert held in Atlanta, Georgia, September 2017. ...
Jubilee Concerts -- Highlights of the Jubilee Concert held in Austin, Texas, September 2017. ...
New York, USA, 18 October 2017 Secretary-General @antonioguterres met today with his good friend and great humanitarian Aga Khan @akdn. #pluralism; UN Spokesperson (@UN_Spokesperson) October 18, 2017 Related ...
New York, USA, 18 October 2017 United Nations SG António Guterres with Mawlana Hazar Imam at UN HQ in New York #DiamondJubilee#AgaKhan#Ismaili... twitter.com/i/web/status/9...-- The Ismaili (@TheIsmaili) October 18, 2017 Related ...
Hazar Imam has already created a significant legacy, building upon the foundations laid by his grandfather. His interpretation of the mandate of the Imamat extends beyond his Jamat, and has affected ...
The Paigah Tombs, decorated in stucco work, represent Mughul, Greek, Persian, Asafjahi, Rajasthani and Deccani styles, have no parallel in the city in terms of style of architecture. The conservation part ...
On July 22, 2017, the Aga Khan Museum premiered the exhibition "HERE: Locating Contemporary Canadian Artists" in celebration of Canada 150. Featuring museum-wide installations, the exhibition highlights the work of 21 ...
This past year has been a heart-wrenching time for many. Divisive ideas fueling racism and discrimination are often rooted in fear or a lack of understanding - in particular about Islam. ...
Sunday, October 22, 2017 -9:00am to 3:00pm Source: 2017 Aga Khan Foundation Walk | City of Tampa ...
"I love museums and I am not alone in finding they make me happier with each passing day." -- Orhan Pamuk, A Modest Manifesto for Museums Join Aga Khan Museum in ...
By AUSTIN BUKENYA The Most Excellent Order of the Pearl of Africa was on Monday, October 9, conferred upon the Aga Khan. This was at Uganda's 55th Independence Day festivities in the Western region of the country, close to the world-famous Queen Elizabeth National Park. The Order of the Pearl of Africa is the country's highest possible award and it derives ...
For a long time, political debate all around the world focused on the competing merits of government action versus private enterprise. My conviction, which has deepened through the years, is that these are false alternatives -- and that is the central message I would emphasise in these brief remarks tonight. The question is not which sector can be most effective in ...
New York, USA, 18 October 2017 - His Highness the Aga Khan spoke on pluralism and accepted the Champion for Global Change Award at the 2017 United Nations Global Leadership Dinner today. ...
A documentary for the Aga Khan Development Network, Egypt Directed by Rami Jabbar - A Picture Perfect Films Production 2014 ...
Jubilee Concerts -- Highlights of the Jubilee Concert held in Birmingham, Alabama, September 2017. ...
Jubilee Concerts -- Highlights of the Jubilee Concert held in Dallas, Texas, September 2017. ...
Global -- Mawlana Hazar Imam was presented with the Champion for Global Change Award on 18 October at the 2017 Global Leadership Dinner, hosted by the United Nations Foundation in New York City. ...
This picture was taken at wedding reception of Yusuf Chinoy and Zarina Rahimtoola sometime early second half of the 1930s in Bombay. Prince Aly Khan was in the attendance. Picture Details ...
The ancient East knew many female leaders who were successful rulers of kingdoms, yet authority in the Islamic world was the exclusive preserve of men. Sons, brothers and grandsons were the ...
This is an animation of a "Materia Medica" illumination, illustrating the preparation of an Elixir by a Pharmacist. From a manuscript in the Metropolitan Museum NY, 13th century. ...
It was while working to recreate textile patterns for the Viking Couture exhibit at Enköping Museum, Enköping, Sweden, that the researchers discovered that the woven bands contained ancient Arabic script, Kufic ...
Mumtaz Ali Tajddin S. Ali has authored several articles and books, including Encyclopedia of Ismailism, 101 Ismaili Heroes and Ismailis through History. For several decades, he has been involved with Ismaili ...
The Ismaili Muslim Community volunteers will be recognized at the "Deep From the Heart: The One America Appeal" benefit concert on Oct. 21, 2017, at Reed Arena on the Texas A&M ...
After a tumultuous municipal campaign and a chaotic election day on Monday, Naheed Nenshi was returned for a third term as Calgary's mayor. While the city website was replete with glitches ...
