Introduction

The Shia Ismaili Muslims are a community of ethnically and culturally diverse peoples living in over 25 countries around the world, united in their allegiance to His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan (known to the Ismailis as Mawlana Hazar Imam) as the 49th hereditary Imam (spiritual leader), and direct descendant of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family).

Articles related to: Lifelong Learning

Lifelong learning graduates empowered by their achievements

Members of the ICEU Lifelong Learning team gather for a group photograph at the Ismaili Centre, London. Photo: Courtesy of the Ismaili Council for the EU

The idea that learning extends from the cradle to the grave underpins the philosophy of the ICEU Lifelong Learning Programme. The programme’s impact on the lives of participants has been as broad as the range of subjects that they have pursued.

Keith Mackrell hands a certificate to a
delighted graduate. Photo: Courtesy of the Ismaili Council for the UK

Seventy-four learners were joined by their families and senior Jamati leaders from across Europe as they graduated with a Certificate in Lifelong Learning awarded by the London School of Economics. The ceremony marked an important milestone for the graduates as well as the Ismaili Council for the European Union.

Official motif of ICEU Lifelong Learning Programme. Copyright: Ismaili Council for the European Union

Continuous learning is essential in a rapidly-globalising world. New forms of communication are allowing access to information that was once hard to reach, and the rate at which people around the world are sharing new types of knowledge is growing.

Lifelong learning and the development of new skills is one of the priorities of the European Union. Photo: Courtesy of the European Union Audiovisual Service

The ability to adapt and continue learning is an essential skill in a fast-paced and rapidly-changing world. The Ismaili Council for the European Union has launched a programme which aims to turn learning into a continuous and natural process in the life of every Ismaili in Europe.

Flags of European and EU Member States. Photo: European Community (2007)

With lifelong learning and cross-border economic collaboration becoming integral to success in today's meritocratic society, the Jamat needs to build upon its diverse resources in order to take advantage of the many opportunities and address the challenges presented by globalisation.

Golden Jubilee
Archive

Fifty years after he became the Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims, the global Jamat commemorated Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Golden Jubilee with special events and activities around the world that took place between 11 July 2007 – 13 December 2008.

The Institute of
Ismaili Studies

Nutrition
Centre

Featuring a library of traditional recipes annotated with nutritional information and healthy eating tips, as well as articles on how you can make your meals healthier.

Aga Khan
Development Network

Volunteers offloading medicines and relief goods received for Gojal. Photo: FOCUS FOCUS Provides Relief for Landslide Victims in Hunza, Pakistan

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Ismaili Centres
Around the World

The Ismaili Centres are symbolic markers of the permanent presence of the Ismaili community in the regions in which they are established.
Architecturally unique, each building is a safeguard and a symbol of the core values of the Ismaili Muslim community.

Introduction

Articles related to: Lifelong Learning

Lifelong learning graduates empowered by their achievements

Ceremony marks graduation of the first class of the ICEU Lifelong Learning Programme

Beginning a journey: The Certificate in Lifelong Learning

Lifelong learning: A priority for the European Jamat

European Jamat prepares for the knowledge society

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Golden Jubilee
Archive

The Institute of
Ismaili Studies

Nutrition
Centre

Aga Khan
Development Network

Ismaili Centres
Around the World