Ismailis in Action

All over the United States, Ismailis, either individually or as part of a Jamati or institutional program, are engaged in interesting activities that are informative or inspirational.

Simal and Sophia Ali creating a flyer in Canva.
Simal and Sophia Ali creating a flyer in Canva.
Start Now, Learn for Life
Start Now, Learn for Life
3 May 2021

Lifelong Learning is the continual pursuit of knowledge to reach our fullest personal and professional potential. When we expose ourselves continually to new areas, we fill the gaps of our current knowledge base, open the doors to inspiring opportunities, and become well-equipped to serve others with greater impact.

Mirza Mohammed
Mirza Mohammed
The Sound of Volunteering
The Sound of Volunteering
24 April 2021

For almost 50 years, Mirza Mohammed’s mantra has not changed. “Always be blessed with opportunities for serving the Imam and the Jamat.” Since 1972, Mirza has been sharing his talent and passion with the global Jamat, and it has been his guiding principle while he’s journeyed through his career as a musician, director, composer, and arranger.

Nizar Kassam's and Family.
Nizar Kassam's and Family.
A Family that Reaches Across Borders to Help Those in Need
A Family that Reaches Across Borders to Help Those in Need
28 March 2021

The entrepreneurial spirit is used to improve the lives of communities in need, from the USA to India, Dar es Salaam, and Tajikistan.

Shaheen Ebrahim
Shaheen Ebrahim
Serving patients and the Jamat
Serving patients and the Jamat
10 March 2021

An education used to help those in need and the youth of the Jamat.

View of a classroom with desk partitions to separate students.
View of a classroom with desk partitions to separate students.
Inventors Design Hospital Equipment and Safe Learning Spaces for Students
Inventors Design Hospital Equipment and Safe Learning Spaces for Students
7 March 2021

Innovatively repurposing filters from respirators, and reconfiguring classroom desk design to keep children in school, and safe from infection. 

Mali Dhanidina
Mali Dhanidina
Service that Established Programs and Paths for the Youth
Service that Established Programs and Paths for the Youth
28 February 2021

How one individual’s commitment to teaching faith and values has impacted two generations through Camp Al-Ummah.

Creative maven, Shereen Kassam, shares her journey from marketer to comedian, podcast host, and advocate for creative outlets and side hustles.
Creative maven, Shereen Kassam, shares her journey from marketer to comedian, podcast host, and advocate for creative outlets and side hustles.
Shereen Kassam's Creative Breakthrough
Shereen Kassam's Creative Breakthrough
26 February 2021

Stand-up comedian and award-winning podcast host, Shereen Kassam, shares her inspiring creative journey.

I-CERV volunteers partner with the City of Dallas and Borden Dairies to distribute milk and food to families in need.
I-CERV volunteers partner with the City of Dallas and Borden Dairies to distribute milk and food to families in need.
I-CERV Volunteers Battle Food Shortages Amid COVID-19
I-CERV Volunteers Battle Food Shortages Amid COVID-19
24 February 2021

Signs reading "Mayor's Milk Initiative – Free Food & Milk," were posted around communities by I-CERV volunteers from the Central United States, as they worked over six weeks to serve 1,400 families.

Dr. Salim Surani, in his protective gear as he cares for patients in the ICU.
Dr. Salim Surani, in his protective gear as he cares for patients in the ICU.
Interview with Pulmonologist Dr. Salim Surani about his COVID Experience
Interview with Pulmonologist Dr. Salim Surani about his COVID Experience
21 February 2021

Dr. Salim Surani discusses the situation in the Intensive Care Ward and how he manages his home life at this time.

Yasmin Walji (center) celebrating Dec 13, 2019, Mawlana Hazar Imam’s birthday and one year of the opening of the Outpatient Department with AKMCK team members.
Yasmin Walji (center) celebrating Dec 13, 2019, Mawlana Hazar Imam’s birthday and one year of the opening of the Outpatient Department with AKMCK team members.
TKN Volunteers Teaching Nurses English in Khorog, Tajikistan
TKN Volunteers Teaching Nurses English in Khorog, Tajikistan
19 February 2021

“You make a living by what you get. You make a life by what you give.” Sir Winston Churchill

Mehreen Kassam
Mehreen Kassam
Propelling Ismaili Professionals Forward
Propelling Ismaili Professionals Forward
6 February 2021

The immense horsepower in the Ismaili Professionals Network (IPN) engine is accelerating our community forward. With more than 100 fully dedicated team members across regional and national initiatives actively engaging almost 10,000 Ismaili professionals, IPN strives every day to fulfill its three pillars: contribution, collaboration, and career advancement.

Noureen leads a "Faith and Ethics" ECD class.
Noureen leads a "Faith and Ethics" ECD class.
Volunteers Dedicated to Whole Child Education
Volunteers Dedicated to Whole Child Education
3 February 2021

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Mahatma Gandhi

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