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Al Kindi, the founder of Arab philosophy
Al Kindi, the founder of Arab philosophy
4 November 2024

Introducing the third episode of Muslim Footprints, where we deepdive into Muslim civilisations through the ages. This week, we welcome Peter Adamson, Professor of Philosophy at LMU in Munich and King’s College London, and the host of the podcast History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps.

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Find us on your favourite podcast platform, and make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.
Why cultural heritage is essential work
Why cultural heritage is essential work
4 November 2024

Listen to the latest episode of Gems of Wisdom, our new podcast series of speeches by Mawlana Hazar Imam. The first two episodes are available to stream or download now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Podbean.

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Video: The Ismaili Update - October recap
30 October 2024

Join us for the end-of-month edition of The Ismaili Update featuring top stories from the month of October. Featuring awards for Mawlana Hazar Imam, AKDN institutions, and Jamati members around the world, news from the Aga Khan Award for Architecture, a new podcast series, and much more!

The Mostar Peace Connection Award is presented to individuals who have contributed to peace and multiethnic cooperation in various fields and in different ways (see citation text below).
The Mostar Peace Connection Award is presented to individuals who have contributed to peace and multiethnic cooperation in various fields and in different ways (see citation text below).
Mostar honours Mawlana Hazar Imam: A bridge for peace and unity
Mostar honours Mawlana Hazar Imam: A bridge for peace and unity
27 October 2024

Mostar’s Center for Peace and Multiethnic Cooperation today honoured Mawlana Hazar Imam with its Peace Connection Award.

Find us on your favourite podcast platform, and make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.
Find us on your favourite podcast platform, and make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.
Introducing Gems of Wisdom
Introducing Gems of Wisdom
22 October 2024

Our latest podcast series offers you the chance to reflect on issues of international development, peacebuilding, pluralism, education, culture, faith, and more, through the speeches of Mawlana Hazar Imam.

UK legal team recognised for pro bono services
UK legal team recognised for pro bono services
21 October 2024

Barristers and solicitors based in the UK were recently featured on a Pro Bono Recognition List, acknowledging their many hours of voluntary legal support to the Jamat.

Murad Sarkhosh: The lifelong effects of a scar
Murad Sarkhosh: The lifelong effects of a scar
21 October 2024

Murad Sarkhosh’s journey into the arts had an unconventional beginning. He decided on his dedication to the craft of music at the young age of 14. An everlasting memory began with a deep cut, but that scar isn’t what remained with the artist all these years later.

With the help of Roshni, Liliane went from feeling powerless to feeling in control of her future, ready to face whatever lies ahead.
With the help of Roshni, Liliane went from feeling powerless to feeling in control of her future, ready to face whatever lies ahead.
I never let life defeat me
I never let life defeat me
16 October 2024

I started working young, leaving behind my home and everything I knew to move to Toamasina, a coastal town in eastern Madagascar. The town is full of life – markets filled with goods, sandy beaches stretching for miles, and the sea breeze brushing against your skin. It felt like a fresh start, but it wasn’t easy.

In her work, Salima helps families to set goals, build financial stability, boost resilience, and envision hope for a future free of poverty.
In her work, Salima helps families to set goals, build financial stability, boost resilience, and envision hope for a future free of poverty.
A journey of mutual service
A journey of mutual service
16 October 2024

After Salima’s mother passed away in 2019, something in her mind changed. “I was at home, doing nothing. I didn’t want to go back to my previous job,” she recalls. Salima came across a mentorship opportunity, which aligned with her desire to serve the Jamat. She was excited to take it on, but didn’t expect her life to change the way it did.

Join our new WhatsApp channel and LinkedIn profile!
Join our new WhatsApp channel and LinkedIn profile!
15 October 2024

We're excited to announce two new ways for you to stay connected with The Ismaili: Our WhatsApp channel and LinkedIn profile are now live, and we look forward to delivering the latest updates, stories, and features right to your fingertips.

Seeing religion, Islam and the devotional object
Seeing religion, Islam and the devotional object
14 October 2024

In the latest episode of Muslim Footprints, we explore how objects serve as powerful symbols of devotion and community, and how their historical and cultural contexts shape their meaning over time.

Natasha Baig: amplifying positive messages
Natasha Baig: amplifying positive messages
Natasha Baig: amplifying positive messages
Natasha Baig: amplifying positive messages
14 October 2024

A passion for her craft combined with her faith inspired in Natasha Baig a strong desire to become the best artist she can be. But her greatest achievement might also be her biggest challenge.

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