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Prince Amyn signs AKF partnership agreement with the Catholic Church in Portugal

Thu, 10 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Lisbon, 9 May 2012 — Representing Mawlana Hazar Imam, Prince Amyn signed the renewal of a partnership agreement between the Aga Khan Foundation and the Patriarchate of Lisbon. Programmes implemented under the partnership, which aims to improve the quality of life of marginalised groups in Greater Lisbon, benefited almost 43 000 people in 2011.

Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat in Ottawa awarded Governor General’s medal

Thu, 10 May 2012 14:48:00 GMT

Ottawa, 9 April 2012 — The Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat in Ottawa has been named a recipient of the 2012 Governor General’s Medals in Architecture. The award recognises outstanding design in projects by Canadian architects, and is administered by the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada and the Canada Council for the Arts.

Ismaili musicians build connections across faith and culture

Mon, 7 May 2012 20:29:00 GMT

Music has the power to transcend difference. Drawing upon heritage and tradition, it can inspire people to better appreciate and come to know one another. Speaking with Ambreen Delawalla and Sameera Gokal, Ismaili musicians shared stories from their own life journeys, and their encounters with faith and music.

Communities of faith in Portugal share a breakfast in celebration of World Interfaith Harmony Week

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:23:00 GMT

Dedicated to promoting harmony among peoples of all faiths, World Interfaith Harmony Week is observed around the world each year during the first week of February. In Portugal, the UN Alliance of Civilizations sought to present a unique multicultural perspective on the week. The Ismaili Muslim community was among 15 religious traditions represented at the event.

IIS Summer Programme on Islam 2012

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:34:00 GMT

The Institute of Ismaili Studies is now inviting applications for its six-day residential summer programme, to take place at Cambridge University between 14–19 August 2012. Designed for Jamati professionals in the fields of diplomacy, judiciary, government, social policy, media, and journalism, the programme takes a civilisational approach to developing an understanding of Islam and Muslim societies.

Prince Hussain signs agreement for rehabilitation of Nairobi City Park

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:06:00 GMT

Nairobi, 16 April 2012 — A Memorandum of Understanding was signed yesterday by Prince Hussain on behalf of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture to collaborate in the rehabilitation and restoration of the Nairobi City Park to international standards in terms of architecture, landscape and horticulture. “This partnership represents a continued commitment to working with the Government in order to support development for all Kenyans,” said Prince Hussain.

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Karen Armstrong speaks at the Ismaili Centre, Burnaby during her 12 Days of Compassion tour

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:54:00 GMT

Prominent religious historian and well-known author, Karen Armstrong, was the keynote speaker at the Ismaili Centre, Burnaby on 25 March 2012, where she delivered a lecture on Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) and the relevance of his life to our present time. The visit was part of Armstrong’s “12 Days of Compassion” tour of Greater Vancouver.

Active lifestyles result in improvements in health and quality of life for Ismailis in Pakistan

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:45:00 GMT

Only a minimal percentage of adults in Pakistan actively participate in any sports, games or exercise to stay fit. Nevertheless, societal changes over the past two decades have resulted in a greater need for active lifestyles and increased health awareness. Through programming, facilities and services, the Aga Khan Youth and Sports Board in Pakistan is helping the Jamat to “leap into fitness”.

Mawlana Hazar Imam makes a historic visit to Tajikistan; meets with newly appointed Jamati leaders

Thu, 5 Apr 2012 19:22:00 GMT

Dushanbe, 4 April 2012 — Mawlana Hazar Imam travelled to Tajikistan for a brief, but historic one-day visit. In a meeting with the leaders of the newly-established Jamati institutions in Tajikistan, Hazar Imam emphasised the significance of the formal establishment of Jamati institutions to serve the needs and requirements of the Tajik Jamat.

Mawlana Hazar Imam visits Western China

Wed, 4 Apr 2012 11:16:00 GMT

Urumxi, China, 4 April 2012 — Mawlana Hazar Imam paid an official visit to Urumxi, China from 2–4 April 2012, at the invitation of the Governor of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Mr Nur Bekri, to discuss collaboration between the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) and the Government of Xinjiang.

Mawlana Hazar Imam visits with Far East Jamat in Singapore

Tue, 3 Apr 2012 23:33:00 GMT

Singapore, 2 April 2012 — Mawlana Hazar Imam's visit to the Far East drew to a close this morning as he departed Singapore. During his visit, Hazar Imam met with the Far East Jamat over a two-day period. Members of the Jamat had come from 13 countries across the region.

Mawlana Hazar Imam arrives in Singapore

Sun, 1 Apr 2012 03:29:00 GMT

Singapore, 31 March 2012 — Continuing his visit to the Far East, Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived at Singapore’s Changi Airport yesterday evening. Meanwhile, members of the Far East Jamat celebrated Mawlana Hazar Imam’s arrival and made preparations for his visit with the Jamat.

Mawlana Hazar Imam inaugurates “Treasures of the Aga Khan Museum” exhibition in Malaysia

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 05:49:00 GMT

Kuala Lumpur, 30 March 2012 — Mawlana Hazar Imam inaugurated Treasures of the Aga Khan Museum: Architecture in Islamic Arts today, at the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia. On display until 29 June, the Malaysian exhibition marks the first time that objects and art from the Aga Khan Museum collection have been displayed in Southeast Asia.

Mawlana Hazar Imam commences his Far East visit in Malaysia

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 16:21:00 GMT

Kuala Lumpur, 29 March 2012 — Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in Malaysia for the start of his visit to the Far East. In the country’s capital, Kuala Lumpur, he will officially inaugurate an exhibition of objects and art from the Aga Khan Museum collection at the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia.

Nutrition Centre: Ismaili Student Network test out healthy juices ahead of UK National Sports Festival

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:07:00 GMT

The Ismaili Student Network’s (ISN) successful JuiceWala programme will return to the United Kingdom Jamat’s 2012 National Sports Festival (NSF), to be held at Loughborough University in April. The juice and smoothie bar provides healthy and delicious drinks, as well as an opportunity for families to come together, meet new people, and have fun.