VIDEO: Perspectives: Awakening our Hearts
As we continue our reflections into the last week of the blessed month of Ramadan, join Al-Waez Aly Valliani as he presents a perspective on "Awakening our Hearts." ...
VIDEO: Beyond Recovery: A Panel Discussion
Visit www.pluralism.ca/beyond-recovery/ for more information. Around the world, people are talking about recovery from the pandemic. How do we push beyond recovery to repair major fault lines and build an equitable future for all? In this panel, Beyond Recovery: The Power of Pluralism in a Divided Age, leading experts in conflict prevention, history and politics discuss how societies worldwide can take concrete steps ...
VIDEO: Beyond Recovery : The Power of Pluralism in a Divided Age Highlights
Beyond Recovery: The Power of Pluralism in a Divided Age was a panel discussion held on April 8, 2021. This highlight video shares key questions, statements and concerns from Dr. Comfort Ero, Ms. Kim Ghattas, and Dr. Wendell Nii Laryea Adjetey surrounding the global efforts for recovery. For more info: Watch the full panel here: ...
Third Realm enters Derby picture
The son of Sea The Stars was an impressive winner at Lingfield. Third Realm, a three-year-old son of SEA THE STARS, was the convincing winner of the LR Derby Trial Stakes at Lingfield on Saturday. The colt, who was bred by his owner Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum, was earning his second victory in as many starts this year. Third Realm's ...
VIDEO: The Silk Road: A Living History - Introduction to the exhibition
In 2019, Christopher Wilton-Steer, Head of Communications, AKF UK, travelled overland from London to Beijing photographing the people, places and cultures he encountered on the way. An exhibition of those photographs is now open on Granary Square, King's Cross, London. In this video, Christopher briefly takes us on some of that journey. Learn more at: www.silkroad-livinghistory.org ...
VIDEO: The Role of Personal, Private Prayers
As we continue our reflections into the last few days of the blessed month of Ramadan, join Al-Waez Zul Khoja as he presents a perspective on "The Role of Personal, Private Prayer." ...
VIDEO: Dear Parents
As parents, we strive to support our children through whatever struggles they have in their lives. But sometimes we become silent when our children try to talk to us about their feelings. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This month, let's educate ourselves on mental health, start the conversation about mental health with our children of all ages, and help them feel ...
April 2021 -- Jamat's Choice: Most Popular Articles & Videos
Ismaili Digest Exclusive for April 2021 -- Each month enjoy the most popular new articles and videos viewed by the Jamat from over 36 of the best Ismaili websites with just one click! 'Most popular' means most viewed post(s) on each website (excluding duplicate postings, Event Alerts and COVID-19 advice) without social media influence. NOTE: Posts are randomly ordered.
Minister of Education and Human Development visits The Aga Khan Academy
Mozambique -- At the invitation of the Diplomatic Representative of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) Nazim Ahmad, the Minister of Education and Human Development Rita Carmelita Namashulua visited the Aga Khan Academy, located in Matola on April 28, 2021. In addition to the AKDN Diplomatic Representative and his wife, the Minister of Education and Human Development (MINEDH) was received by ...
THE AGA KHAN FOUNDATION MOZAMBIQUE STAFF MEMBERS TRAINED IN SAFETY AND SECURITY MATTERS HEAT - Hostile Environmental Awareness Training
Mozambique -- A third batch of additional 11 employees of the Aga Khan Foundation Mozambique (AKF-M) were recently trained in different security topics compiled on a Hostile Environmental Awareness Training (HEAT), with a more incisive focus put on field trips, working with communities, and AKF-M staff members exposure to risk.English Audio Version, Gujrati Audio Version The training was named HEAT - ...
VIDEO: Pocket Performance: Tichaona Maredza at the Museum's From Africa celebration
In his solo set for the Museum's From Africa festival in February, singer-songwriter Tichaona Maredza painted a hopeful and nuanced musical picture of his homeland of Zimbabwe. Watch his performance to immerse yourself in his rich stories and the soothing sounds of the mbira, a traditional instrument from southern Africa. To watch the full From Africa concert: BIO Tichaona Daniel Maredza is a ...
VIDEO: Pocket Performance: Madagascar Slim at the Museum's From Africa festival
Guitar ace Madagascar Slim blends American blues-inspired licks and Malagasy storytelling in his February 2021 set for the Museum's From Africa online musical celebration. Stop by to hear the master musician make his instrument wail, and as an added bonus, learn about his journey from his birthplace in Africa to his evolution into a multiple JUNO Award winner in his adoptive homeland ...
VIDEO: Perspectives: Cultivating a Life with Spiritual Coherence
As we continue our reflections into the last week of the blessed month of Ramadan, join Al-Waeza Gulnar Feerasta(she/her) as she presents a perspective on how we can continue "Cultivating a Life with Spiritual Coherence." ...
Inside the Recording Studio: Making the Audiobook of The Prophet Muhammad
News story -- Audiobooks have seen a steady rise in popularity over the past few years and this trend has only intensified since the advent of the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns. Not only are they convenient (available at the press of a button and accessible while doing other activities like cooking or exercising), but the experience of being read to can be ...
Mawlana Sultan Muhammad Shah: "In the ginans which Pir Sadardin has composed for you, he has explained the gist of the Qur'an in the language of Hindustan"
Ginans are a vast collection consisting of several hundred compositions which have been a central part of the religious life of the Nizari Ismaili community of the Indian subcontinent that today resides in many countries around the world. Derived from the Sanskrit jnana, meaning contemplative knowledge, Ginans refer to the poetic compositions authored by Ismaili Pirs, who came to the Indian ...
VIDEO: Travelling the Silk Road: from London to Beijing
A talk with the creator of 'The Silk Road: A Living History' exhibition, Christopher Wilton-Steer Over a period of four months, Christopher travelled by car, bus, train, ferry, horse and camel from London to Beijing traversing sixteen countries. ...
Aga Khan Park's Story on the Tulip, and Ottawa's Fantastic 2021 Tulip Festival Through the Lens of Nurin Merchant
By NURIN MERCHANTCo-Editor Simergphotos, Barakahand Simerg A few days before the celebration of Navroz on March 21, 2021, the Aga Khan Park in Toronto put up several display panels explaining the significance of the New Year and the importance of the spring season in world faiths and traditions. Rumi's poems shown on a couple of panels made references to numerous flowers ...
VIDEO: Ameen - A Global Prayer of Hope
The Ismaili is pleased to present "Ameen - A Global Prayer of Hope" featuring 25 instrumentalists and singers from around the world. The song conveys a prayer of hope for the global Jamat. ...
Making Paradise Opens at AKC Gallery
News story -- Paradise is referenced over 130 times in the verses of the Qur'an, indicating the importance of this theme to the Islamic faith. It is also the subject of myriad works of spiritual literature and poetry, where it appears as an expanse of luxuriant, verdant gardens, irrigated by rivers, ponds and fountains. At Making Paradise's online opening on April 29th, ...
STUDENT VOICES: Five Strategies to be a Successful STEP Teacher
News story -- Rafiq Rayani is a student on the IIS's Secondary Teacher Education Programme (STEP). Here he presents five strategies to master the craft of teaching that he has learned from his teachers and peers, and from personal experience, during his time at the Institute. 1. We teach who we are It is said that a teacher's disposition has a significant ...
Vou para o secundário e agora: Currículos internacionais que se podem estudar em Portugal
Portugal -- Estás a começar o secundário? Gostavas de prosseguir com a tua educação num currículo que não o Português? Este artigo é para ti! Iremos cobrir todos os currículos internacionais disponíveis no país, de modo a que possas ponderar na decisão mais correta para o teu futuro. International Baccalaureate (IB): O IB é um dos programas internacionais mais reconhecidos mundialmente. ...
VIDEO: Critical Conversations: The Clash of Ignorances and Religious Literacy
ITREB USA presents Critical Conversations, a virtual forum featuring faith-based perspectives on the questions of our time. "The Clash of Ignorances and Religious Literacy" features Dr. Ali Asani is moderated by Ahmed Chagani. ...
Surah al-Qadr: "Lo! We revealed it (the Qur'an) on the Night of Power"
Laylat al-Qadr: The Night of Power is better than a thousand months (4th May 2021 - Ramadan 23rd, 1442) By: Sadruddin Noorani, Chicago, USA Laylat al-Qadr, the "Night of Power" or ...
Jamati and AKDN institutions continue to prioritize Covid-19 response in India and around the world
Global -- The Covid-19 pandemic remains a serious public health concern across the globe. International attention is currently focused on the alarming situation in India, as many other countries around the world confront and prepare for second and third waves of infection. Jamati and AKDN institutions continue to deploy their institutional resources and expertise in the service of national response efforts, ...
May 4, 2021, the 23rd Night of Ramadhan: Laylat al-Qadr Program for Jamats in North America
Ismaili Muslims observe Laylat al-Qadr on the 23rd night of Ramadhan, which falls on Tuesday, May 4, in 2021. Jamati members across North America are cordially invited to participate in a special Laylat al-Qadr program that will be held in three sessions as highlighted in the poster below (click on image for enlargement). Please also click HERE for the institutional events ...
VIDEO: Aga Khan Development Network | Quote of the Week
#Speech by His Highness the #AgaKhan at the Aga Khan Award for #Architecture (@TheAgaKhanAward ) Ceremony in Al-Ain, UAE on 6 November 2016. Read the full speech here: ...
Ebaiyra secures third Group victory
Listed success for Siyouni's See You In Spring in Australia. The Aga Khan Studs were in fine form at ParisLongchamp on Sunday, where the blue-blooded EBAIYRA recorded a third Group win in the Gr.3 Prix Allez France and SHERAZ posted a promising second place in the Gr.3 Prix de Barbeville. American born EBAIYRA represents one of the Aga Khan Studs most ...
VIDEO: Ameen - A Global Prayer of Hope
The Ismaili is pleased to present "Ameen - A Global Prayer of Hope" featuring 25 instrumentalists and singers from around the world. The song conveys a prayer of hope for the global Jamat. ...
The first revelation to the Prophet was about knowledge
Prophet Muhammad frequently sought moments of reflection by retreating to a cave on Mount Hira outside Mecca. During one of his retreats, the Prophet had a spiritual experience, which was his first call of revelation on what subsequently came to be called Laylat al-qadr (Night of Power). The Qur'an refers to this event: "Indeed, We sent it down during the Night ...
A Visit to the Ismaili Cemetery at the Victory Memorial Park: I Bid Farewell to My Mum, "Mrs. Merchant," and Pay My Deep Respects to My Beloved Dad and Other Deceased Members of the Jamat
By MALIK MERCHANTPublisher/Editor Simerg, Barakah andSimergphotosAlwaeza Malek J. Merchant pictured in Lisbon, Portugal, in July 2018 during the Diamond Jubilee of Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan. As I reached the burial sites of my parents on Thursday, April 29, 2021, I was deeply gratified when a Bangladeshi woman walked over to me and offered me two stems of ...
VIDEO: FOCUS USA: How to Prepare for an Earthquake
WATCH NOW: When the shaking starts: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Earthquake Preparedness: - Make a Family Emergency Plan - Build an Emergency Kit - Pack a Go-Bag - Practice earthquake drill: Drop, Cover & Hold on Learn more Focus-usa.org/prepare/earthquakes Focus Humanitarian Assistance USA Focus-USA.org ...
VIDEO: FOCUS USA: How to Prepare for an Earthquake and Basic Emergency Preparedness
WATCH NOW: When the shaking starts: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Earthquake Preparedness: - Make a Family Emergency Plan - Build an Emergency Kit - Pack a Go-Bag - Practice earthquake drills: Drop, Cover & Hold on Learn more Focus-usa.org/prepare/earthquakes Focus Humanitarian Assistance USA Focus-USA.org ...
VIDEO: Wills, Guardianship and Succession Planning in the GCC (Legal Matters & AKEPB Webinar)
UAE -- Wills, Guardianship and Succession Planning in the GCC (Legal Matters & AKEPB Webinar) ...
VIDEO: Perspectives: Ramadan: An Opportunity to Pause, Reflect, and Redirect
ITREB USA - As we continue our reflections during the month of Ramadan and we approach the blessed night of Laylat al-Qadr, join Al-Waeza Zahida Iqbal as she presents a perspective on "Ramadan: An Opportunity to Pause, Reflect, and Redirect." ...
VIDEO: Mental Health Awareness Month, Dear Students Dear Student
Break the silence, and begin a conversation. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Together, let's educate ourselves on the importance of mental health and support each other as we go through our own journeys regarding our mental health. Remember, it's okay not to be okay. Like and share to spread the word!#Ismailissupportmentalhealth #AKYSBsupportsmentalhealth #TakeChargeofYourMentalHealth ...
Prime Minister Imran Khan lays the foundation for Hunza's first IT Park
Gilgit, Pakistan, 30 April 2021 - Prime Minister Imran Khan today unveiled the plaque at a ceremony in Chinarbagh, Gilgit to lay the foundation of Hunza's first Information Technology Park located in Nasirabad, Hunza. Established jointly by Special Communications Organization of the Government of Pakistan and the Aga Khan Foundation Pakistan, the IT Park in Hunza will provide state-of-the-art infrastructure with ...
VIDEO: Perspectives: Finding Peace Within
ITREB USA - As we approach the blessed night of Laylat al-Qadr, join Al-Waeza Nilofer Kurji as she presents a perspective on "Finding Peace Within." ...
