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USA -- A story to celebrate International Women's Day, one that illustrates how a cancer survivor used her condition to help others in similar circumstances. Sonya posing with her fashionable head-wrap at one of her maintenance treatment sessions.The.Ismaili Her life turned upside down when she was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in March 2018 at age 29, after noticing an unusual ...

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Global -- For nearly two decades, the United Bakers Co-operative Society Limited has been aggregating the interests and aspirations of local Jamati bakeries in Hyderabad. From centralised procurement to training and development, the alliance's story illustrates that bonds of trust and collaboration can catalyse economic development. We take a look at the recipe behind their sweet story of success. On 26 ...

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Global -- The percentage of elderly people in Pakistan is expected to double to 12 percent by 2050, increasing the number of senior citizens to 40 million. This demographic transition impacts citizens of all ages. Therefore, it is important that senior citizens take the necessary steps to ensure they have a good quality of life financially, even after retirement. Mawlana Hazar ...

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Global -- The Syrian Jamat commemorated Imamat Day in 2019 by reminiscing about Jubilee Arts during an event where artists came together to perform traditional songs and dances, demonstrating dedication, passion, and excellence in their performances. The atmosphere was diverse, with Ismailis and others sharing happiness and joy on this special occasion. Attendees praised the celebration which was inaugurated by the ...

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Global -- The nature of life for the elderly has changed considerably in recent history. With advancements in science and healthcare, human lifespan has substantially increased and the majority of people in the world can expect to live past the age of 60. Jamati institutions in Pakistan have embarked on numerous initiatives to support the elderly and create opportunities for interaction ...

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United States -- "Women-owned companies are responsible for creating 2.2 million jobs across the nation. They are more and more present in leadership positions as founders, executives, and corporate board members," says Farzana Nayani. Despite these achievements, she believes more needs to be done through "workplace infrastructure and policies that engage and promote belonging for women, as opposed to a culture ...

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United States -- My extended stay in Pakistan began with a family vacation in Karachi, Pakistan from our home in Seattle, Washington in February 2019. We had gone to visit family and see where our parents grew up, and in the process We visited some community schools, hospitals, and neighborhoods. Seeing people's living situation ⁠-- conditions filled with need and poverty ...

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Global -- Ever since Ismailis began to settle in Portugal in the 1970s, members of the Jamat have contributed their time and talents on a voluntary basis towards the development of the community and wider society. Here, we share the stories and experiences of Portuguese volunteers across generations, united by a lifetime of service. Volunteers have been integral to the evolution ...

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