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I come from the roof of the world: the Pamir Mountains in Tajikistan, a place abundant in natural beauty and unique traditions where people are known to be kind, loving, and hospitable. It was my dream to attend the University of Central Asia (UCA), but being from the remote district of Ishkashim, I always questioned whether I could compete with students from big cities and fancy schools.

It has been two years since the University of Central Asia’s first graduating class collected their hard-earned degree certificates. Today, alumni from the class of 2021 and 2022 are confidently contributing to their societies and pursuing graduate studies at renowned universities worldwide.

World Blood Donor Day is an occasion dedicated to raising awareness about the critical need for safe blood and blood products. These inspiring tales of service and survival highlight the profound impact that a simple act of donating blood can have on individuals facing life-threatening conditions. From Salim Amlani's journey with thalassemia, where the support of dedicated donors ensured his survival, to Munira Premji's courageous battle against multiple cancers, made possible by timely blood transfusions, and Ronil Shivji's commitment to donating plasma, these stories serve as a testament to the power of compassion and the vital importance of blood donation.

Join us from Naryn and Khorog for the first episode of The Ismaili Update: University of Central Asia. Get to know our hosts Sabrina and Assylbek who will share their firsthand experiences at UCA. Also get a behind-the-scenes look at preparations taking place for the UCA convocation ceremony, which will take place this Friday and will be attended by Princess Zahra. Don't forget to tune in to The Ismaili TV to watch a livestream of the ceremony!

In celebration of World Oceans Day on 8 June, join us on The Ismaili TV for an exclusive interview with Prince Hussain, as he walks through his marine wildlife photography exhibition at the Ismaili Centre Toronto. Prince Hussain shares his profound love for the oceans, emphasising the urgent need for conservation and protection, and shares exclusive insights into the making of the exhibition. Watch the interview now on The Ismaili TV.