United States -- An enraptured audience of over 100 at the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Dallas experienced the magical journey into times long past. Co-sponsored in April 2017 by the Aga Khan Music Initiative and the Aga Khan Council for Central US, the event showcased the extensive musical heritage of Central Asia. It must be a dream. There are intoxicating ...
United States -- "Perhaps the key to resolving the Paradox of Citizenship is to think about layers of overlapping identity. After all, one can honor a variety of loyalties--to a faith, an ethnicity, a language, a nation, a city, a profession, a school, even to a sports team! One might share some of these identities with some people, and other identities ...
United States -- A Miami audience of over 100 guests attended an engaging presentation at the University of Miami School of Architecture, with Brigitte Shim, a member of the 2015-2016 Aga Khan Award for Architecture Steering Committee."The people and community-oriented story that the Aga Khan Award for Architecture brings with every highlighted project is a refreshing complement to the image-saturated field ...
United States -- On June 25, 2017, Ismaili communities around the globe gathered to commemorate the end of Ramadan, the holy festival of Eid al-Fitr.On June 25, 2017, Ismaili communities around the globe gathered to commemorate the end of Ramadan, the holy festival of Eid al-Fitr. Following the Eid namaz, the South Florida Jamat engaged in a tile-making activity to celebrate ...
United States -- The process of designing and building of the sculptures for Imamat Day celebrations. "The Mosaic provides an opportunity for the Jamat to think about the Imamat and the Diamond Jubilee on their own terms, yet as one Jamat." -Numa Dhamani, sculptor and designer of the metal sculptures. When the Opening Ceremony planning team for July 11, 2017, started ...
United States -- Thousands of jubilant Jamati members from all across the Southeast region came together as One Jamat in preparation for the historic occasion of Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee. Thousands of jubilant Jamati members from all across the Southeast region came together as One Jamat in preparation for the historic occasion of Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee. Neena Khoja, ...
United States -- On July 11, Mawlana Hazar Imam will celebrate sixty years of leading the Ismaili Muslim community. In the United States, nine regional celebrations will take place in various parts of the country. In anticipation of commemorating his Diamond Jubilee, Ismaili Muslims around the world are expressing their joy and gratitude through a set of coordinated events in their ...
Canada -- The American Architecture Prize honors designs in over 40 categories of disciplines of architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture to advance appreciation of architecture worldwide. On October 27, 2016, Aga Khan Park landscape architect Vladimir Djurovic won two American Architecture prizes: silver in the Gardens category and bronze in the Public category. The American Architecture Prize honors designs in ...
Canada -- On September 21, 2016, Mawlana Hazar Imam was awarded the inaugural Adrienne Clarkson Prize for Global Citizenship. The prize will be given annually to an individual who has, through thought and dialogue, encouraged approaches and strategies that strive to remove barriers, change attitudes, and reinforce the principles of tolerance and respect. Mawlana Hazar Imam was presented with the prize ...
Canada -- With the issue of Islamophobia being a constant hindrance in the lives of Muslims around the world, one group of Ismaili youth is trying to change the situation. Islamophoria is one response to what has been described as Islamophobia, or a fear of Islam, which the media often portrays. Sarenna Lalani, Carolin Aizouki, Serena Habib and Armaan Somani met ...
Global -- Gouvieux, France, 10 July 2017 -- On the eve of the historic occasion of Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee, Ismailis around the world are preparing for a special day of commemoration and celebration, as senior Jamati leaders who have served over the past six decades arrive in France. Gouvieux, France, 10 July 2017 -- On the eve of the ...
Global -- In Islam, homage to Allah's last and final messenger and his family is an established tradition and practice, enshrined in the Holy Qur'an and Prophetic tradition. The tradition of dignified ceremonial homage to the Imams has continued through the ages, holding special spiritual significance. In Islam, homage to Allah's last and final messenger, Muhammad al-Mustafa (may peace be upon ...
Redoute's Choice Bonneval shuttles reap rewards Winner of the Group 3 Prix Chloé at Chantilly on Sunday, IBIZA highlighted the Aga Khan Studs move to bring her sire Redoute's Choice to stand for two seasons at their Haras de Bonneval. IBIZA is a member of the multiple Australian Champion Sire's first Northern Hemisphere crop, as the son of Danehill joined the ...
Pakistan, 10 July 2017 - The Government of Gilgit Baltistan and the Aga Khan Agency for Habitat has agreed on a joint venture to provide clean drinking water to around 6000 households in Gilgit district. The agreement was confirmed in a meeting held between the Chief Executive Officer of Aga Khan Agency for Habitat, Pakistan (AKAH), Mr. Nawab Ali Khan, and ...
The Far East Jamat had an opportunity to experience Treasures of the Aga Khan Museum - Architecture in Islamic Arts, a special exhibition of the Aga Khan Museum Collection that visited Malaysia and Singapore last year. The exhibitions also provided an opportunity for the Jamat to reach out and share Ismaili culture and values with the wider public. First showcased in ...
Jubilee Concerts -- Today, Salim and Sulaiman Merchant are among India's most respected composers, having scored more than 100 films including Kurbaan, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, Fashion, Band Baaja Baaraat, Aaja Nachle, and Heroine. They have also scored around 20 TV shows and composed several records incorporating cinematic, folk, electronica and sufi influences to their music. They've composed for musicals ...
Diamond Jubilee -- With 40 days until the inauguration of Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee, TheIsmaili is pleased to unveil a musical tribute composed by Salim - Sulaiman and performed by Ismaili artists from around the world.The video rendition of the song "honours 60 years of Mawlana Hazar Imam's glorious Imamat," says Sulaiman Merchant, "and offers an expression of deep gratitude ...
United States -- The HUM Ensemble featured Sandeep Das, Kenan Adnawi, an oud player from Syria, and Rajib Karmarkar, an Indian sitar performer. The trio performed for nearly two-hours, during which they combined Hindustani classical music, one of two classical forms in India, with the Maqam musical tradition of Syria.For the founder of the HUM Ensemble, prayer and music both have ...
United States -- With two days left before Diamond Jubilee, Ismailis from the United States and United Kingdom celebrated the value of pluralism at an event hosting Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, at the Ismaili Centre in London. The Ismaili Council for Southwestern USA President Murad Ajani and the Ismaili Council for United Kingdom Vice President Farhad Mawani, hosted Houston Mayor Sylvester ...
United States -- This is the first in a series of articles on educators within the Jamat. A good education is a major factor in offering financial stability, as well as in improving one's quality of life. These articles will provide views of those who are instrumental in this process - the educators. In a discussion with Professor Hussein Rashid, Rahim ...
United States -- Jamatkhanas across Atlanta celebrated Earth Day by learning the importance of sustainability and recycling. Environmental stewardship and sustainability is an ethic of Islam. Human beings are charged with the responsibility to safeguard Allah's creation and protect the environment. The Aga Khan Youth and Sports Board organized fun activities in metro Atlanta Jamatkhanas for families on Earth Day, under ...
United States -- Speaking to an audience of more than 100 on Sunday, January 22, at the Ismaili Jamatkhana, Plano, Power attempted to cut through prejudiced depictions of both Islam and Muslims in her new book If the Oceans Were Ink."I came to this project thinking the Qur'an was just a book, an important book that I could read from cover ...
United States -- Peace Corps Volunteer Teaches English in Ecuadorian VillageFrom India to the United States to Ecuador, Nilofer Bharwani has harnessed her multilingual skill set to teach English and Spanish to students from a variety of backgrounds and linguistic communities. Growing up in India, Nilofer was surrounded and fascinated by individuals who could communicate through a multitude of languages, including ...
Canada -- The Diamond Jubilee Fund supports celebrations and programs for the Canadian Jamat in this very special Diamond Jubilee year. Everyone in our Jamat benefits. The Diamond Jubilee Fund provides funding for the following initiatives:Canada-wide commemorations and special events throughout the Diamond Jubilee yearSupport for international Diamond Jubilee commemorations so our brothers and sisters around the world can also celebrate, ...
Canada -- One of the best ways to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee is to join our team of volunteers. Volunteering is the best way to experience the Jubilee for yourself and to build lasting memories for you and your family. CANADIAN DIAMOND JUBILEE VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT(The Happiness Team) Studies have shown that volunteering enhances your happiness level and is fun - but ...
Canada -- In a speech on October 5, 2016 at the Brussels Conference on Afghanistan, hosted by the European Union and the government of Afghanistan, Mawlana Hazar Imam remarked: "Since 2001, AKDN and its partners have channelled over $1 billion to enhance self-reliance and improve the quality of life of Afghans." ...
Canada -- As Canada celebrates its 150th anniversary of Confederation, it is emerging as a beacon among industrialized countries whilst the rest of the world seems to be losing its bearings. The country is taking on the daunting challenges of poverty alleviation, national reconciliation, climate change and immigration, to name just a few.Canada is a country that is constantly transforming itself ...
Canada -- Mawlana Hazar Imam appointed Dr Mahmoud Eboo as the first AKDN Representative to Canada in September 2014. He kindly agreed to give us an insight into the workings of the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat (DII). The Ismaili Canada (TIC): The DII was formally opened on December 6, 2008. What is its purpose?Dr Eboo: The Delegation of the Ismaili ...
Canada -- In the remote mountain community of Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic, Mawlana Hazar Imam's 20-year vision of a world class, international calibre university designed to be a catalyst for social and economic development in Central Asia's underserved mountain regions was realized on October 19, 2016. ...
Global -- From Mawlana Hazar Imam's Golden Jubilee to the impending commemoration of his Diamond Jubilee, Altaf Jiwa reflects on where the global Jamat finds itself today, and where it is headed. With the grace of Hazar Imam's guidance, he says, we have an opportunity and a responsibility to lay a foundation for the success of the next generation. The 11th ...
BY MICHAEL HAMILTON MORGAN Lost History: The Enduring Legacy of Muslim Scientists, Thinkers and Artists by Michael Hamilton Morgan with a Foreword by His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan. When I published my book Lost History in 2007, only 6 years after the attacks of 9/11 and while the US and allies were still fighting wars in the ancient Islamic ...
In February 2014, His Highness the Aga Khan addressed the Canadian Parliament at the invitation of Prime Minister Stephen Harper. ...
Mowlana Hazar Imam Golden Jubilee 2007 Amaana.org It's been 10 years since the Golden Jubilee. This is the 60th anniversary of Imamat Day. The Diamond Jubilee is here! Mubarak! Today on July 7th 2017 we had the Full Moon and Imamat Day is on July 11th Tuesday. The Heavens are also celebrating this Diamond Jubilee as the celestial events are aligning ...
United States -- "Starting off the visit of the Mayors of Fort Worth and Dallas to Canada, with a stop at the Aga Khan Museum, was a great way to highlight the connections between important communities that exist in both of our countries. It allowed us to showcase Canada's diversity and acceptance in a beautiful and very meaningful way. Others on ...
United States -- Dozens of North Texans, including artists, nonprofit workers and youth, spent their Memorial Day weekend at an art exhibition titled, "Art: A Language for Change," highlighting the impact of poverty. Artwork such as one showing a hand holding some coins with a fortune cookie strip reading: "I don't want coins, I want change," or a child staring into ...
United States -- Southwestern US Region High School Graduates Get Together to Discuss Education and FaithIn early April, high school graduates from across the Southwest region gathered at the Ismaili Jamatkhana and Center, Houston for what came to be known as the first annual Southwest Pro-Grad.The night began with an appearance from Raheel Ramzanali, a radio host and digital media manager ...
United States -- A women's throwball tournament brings women together from the Florida Jamat.More than 50 women from the Florida Jamat gathered together to participate in a regional throwball tournament for the first-ever female-focused sports event for the Florida Jamat. The Orlando Lightning, Ocala Royals, Miami Blazers, Fort Lauderdale Diamonds, and Tampa Thunders assembled at an Orlando Community Center to compete ...
United States -- The Jamat of the Northeastern United States celebrates an evening filled with the richness and tradition of heritage, with humility, devotion and expression of love towards Murtaza Ali.The Jamat is seated. The musicians take their place to charge the audience with melodious symphonies. The hall is silenced. There is a briefing about the rich and wide variety of ...
United States -- Spring Comes to Children's Museums in Houston and Atlanta.It was another year to welcome springtime and activities across museums in Houston and Atlanta kicked into high gear. Now in its fourth year, the Children's Museum of Atlanta, in partnership with the Aga Khan Council, hosted a cultural program to celebrate Navroz. What started as a short partial-day event ...
