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Empowering women: A legacy of the Ismaili Imamat
8 March 2023
From the earliest days of Islam, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) sought to improve the status of women in society. His beloved wife, Hazrat Khadija, was also a path-breaking businesswoman who has served as an inspiration to Muslim women throughout history. Building on this legacy, the Ismaili Imamat through history has also upheld the importance of the education and contributions of women to society.
Living with dyslexia
6 March 2023
From an early age I realised I was a little different to others in school. Although I had a passion for storytelling and expression — especially through theatre and drama — I struggled significantly to gain a love for reading.
The Ismaili in 2022
31 December 2022
A look back at the stories we told over the past year.
Milad-un-Nabi
5 October 2022
This week, Muslims around the world commemorate Milad-un-Nabi, literally meaning the “birth of the Prophet.” Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) was born in Mecca in the year 570 CE and grew up to be a respected merchant, known for his honesty, integrity and trustworthiness. At the age of 40, he received his first revelation from Allah, marking the commencement of his mission as Allah's last and final messenger.
The story behind The Ismaili Sounds
20 June 2022
In May 2020, while the world was in lockdown, The Ismaili TV hosted a virtual Shukrana Concert to commemorate Eid ul-Fitr. To prepare, the organising team issued a call out for song submissions, hoping for a few hours worth of content. The response was overwhelming. A new platform was soon created to showcase the musical talent of the Jamat – and thus, two years ago this week, The Ismaili Sounds was born.
Reflecting on 65 years of Imamat - Part one: 1957-1967
14 June 2022
On 11 July 2022, the global Jamat will commemorate a rare milestone - Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 65th Imamat Day. To begin a new series of reflections, here, we look back at his first decade as Imam.
Five practical steps for students to cope with exam season
21 April 2022
For students, the reintroduction of in-person exams can cause stress and anxiety. Whether it's your first time sitting an exam in high school, or you’re an experienced pro at university, we could all use some help. By finding ways to remain calm, exam season can be a lot easier to cope with.
Seven handy tips to help your child during exam season
21 April 2022
No matter how old your child is, exam season can be stressful for everyone involved. Whilst you can’t sit their exams for them, there are ways you can help. Read on for several useful tips to help everyone beat exam stress.
2021: A year of ups and downs
31 December 2021
This year, despite ongoing disruption from the Covid-19 pandemic, medical advances and behaviour shifts began to stem the tide of severe cases and lift spirits. This precious glint of optimism is worth holding to, as we mark the passing of one year to the next.
2021: A year of ups and downs (Test)
31 December 2021
This year, despite ongoing disruption from the Covid-19 pandemic, medical advances and behaviour shifts began to stem the tide of severe cases and lift spirits. This precious glint of optimism is worth holding to, as we mark the passing of one year to the next.
