The University of Central Asia’s Khorog campus in Tajikistan was officially inaugurated on 14 September 2018, joining the world-class centre for knowledge and learning, which connects isolated rural communities with the global community. The Khorog campus is the second to become operational after UCA’s Naryn campus was inaugurated in Kyrgyzstan in 2016. In his address…
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Aleppo’s Old Town: World Cultural Heritage threatened by Syria’s Civil War — By Claudia Mende on Qantara de from 17 August 2012
Large-scale destruction is being inflicted on the unique historical and cultural legacy of the Syrian commercial metropolis Aleppo. And the people of the city had actually only just begun to show an interest in that legacy. By Claudia Mende Silent witnesses to a vibrant past: Traces of human settlement dating back to the 2nd millennium…
Where few others dare to tread: the Aga Khan in Africa — By Timothy Rooks on Deutsche Welle de from 7 July, 2017
Prince Karim will celebrate his diamond jubilee as the Aga Khan this July. From the beginning of his time as Imam, he has been quietly supporting humanitarian and environmental work throughout Africa. “We can say with conviction that Africa’s moment has come.” With this the Aga Khan brought a 2016 keynote address to a culmination….
AKDN celebrates Imamat Day — United News of Bangladesh (UNB) | Aga Khan Academy Dhaka wins award for best ‘Future Education Project’ in Berlin, Germany
Dhaka, July 26 (UNB) – The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) on Thursday celebrated the 61st anniversary of the accession of the Aga Khan to the Ismaili Imamat. The event also marked the conclusion of yearlong commemoration of the Diamond Jubilee of the Aga Khan with culminating global celebrations that included – address by the…
UK Government welcomes His Highness the Aga Khan on the occasion of his Diamond Jubilee
London, United Kingdom, 27 June 2018 – The UK Government today welcomed His Highness the Aga Khan, Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Ismaili Muslims at Lancaster House. The Luncheon was hosted by the UK’s Secretary of State for International Development and Minister for Women and Equalities The Rt Hon Penny Mordaunt, in honour of…
Prime Minister May and His Highness the Aga Khan underscore the importance of partnership between the UK and the Ismaili Imamat
London, United Kingom, 27 June 2018 – UK Prime Minister Theresa May today emphasised the importance of ongoing collaboration between the Ismaili Imamat, the Aga Khan Development Network, the Shi’a Ismaili Community and various departments of the UK Government to improve the quality of life for disadvantaged communities around the world. UK Prime Minister Theresa…
USA: Exhibit showcases humanitarian work of organization founded by Ismaili Imam — By Alan Perez on Daily Northwestern com
An exhibit featuring the humanitarian work of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims highlighted the community’s expansive reach throughout the world. Cultural artifacts created by communities served by the Aga Khan Development Network. An exhibit featuring the humanitarian work of the aid organization was displayed in Parkes Hall on Monday.-(Colin Boyle/Daily Senior Staffer (…) Titled “Ethics…
Jagdeesh Mann: The Aga Khan brought prosperity to his faithful and now looks to uplift world’s bottom billion — Straight com
The Ismaili spiritual leader marks Diamond Jubilee with world tour, will be visiting Vancouver from May 5 to 7 His Highness the Aga Khan (seen with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau) is the 49th hereditary Imam of the world’s Shia Ismaili Muslims. If you have ever visited an Ismaili home or business establishment, you may have…
His Highness the Aga Khan meets with H.E. Sooronbai Jeenbekov, President of the Kyrgyz Republic
Brussels, Belgium, 11 April 2018 – President Sooronbai Jeenbekov expressed his appreciation to the Aga Khan for the effective implementation of Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) initiatives in the Kyrgyz Republic, particularly in the areas of education, and specifically the University of Central Asia as well as healthcare, agriculture, small and medium sized businesses and…
Rowe: The Aga Khan’s visit to Houston reminds us that a pluralist society begins in the classroom — Houston Chronicle com
In our increasingly globalized world, it is a pluralist cosmopolitan society that thrives. This is a society that recognizes and affirms diversity form within, and not only accepts those differences, but seeks to understand and learn from them. Aga Khan, right, spiritual head of Ismaili Muslims and the founder Chairman of Aga Khan Development Network…
Want to Create Pathways of Adaptability And Development Through Education, Says Aga Khan Foundation’s Matt Reed — India com
New Delhi, Mar 20: The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is working in 30 countries. In India, AKDN activities span the states of Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Delhi, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana and Uttar Pradesh. In a conversation with Zee News, on the sidelines of the Zee Literature Festival, Matt Reed, the Chief Executive…
Book: Faith and Ethics – The Vision of the Ismaili Imamat — By M.Ali Lakhani
This insightful book examines how the ideas and actions of the current Ismaili Imam, and fourth Aga Khan, Prince Karim al-Hussaini, provide an Islamic response to the challenges that face Muslims in the modern era. Synopsis Shi`i Ismaili Muslims are unique in following a living, hereditary Imam (spiritual leader), whom they believe to be directly…
UK: Her Majesty the Queen hosts Mawlana Hazar Imam at Windsor Castle — The Ismaili
Her Majesty the Queen today hosted a dinner at Windsor Castle to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Mawlana Hazar Imam. Mawlana Hazar Imam was accompanied by Prince Amyn, Princess Zahra, Prince Rahim, Princess Salwa, Prince Hussain and Prince Aly Muhammad. Her Majesty the Queen this evening hosted a dinner at Windsor Castle to mark the…
A Short video showcasing the projects and programmes of the Aga Khan Development Network in Uganda
In 2015, the @akdn announced a new hospital for the people of Kampala, #Uganda. Learn about all the ways we are working to improve the quality of living in the country. Three minute video showcasing the projects and programmes of the Aga Khan Development Network in Uganda Source:Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) Published on 10…
Ismaili Imamat reception hosted in Portugal—The Ismaili, 03 December 2017
Prince Amyn graced an Imamat Day reception on 23 November at the Ismaili Centre Lisbon, held to honour Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Diamond Jubilee. The event was hosted by the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat to Portugal in collaboration with the Ismaili Council for Portugal, and was attended by leaders of Jamati and AKDN institutions, members…
Mayor promoting interfaith harmony —- Nation Com Pakistan | Ismaili community leaders met Karachi Mayor Wasim Akhtar
KARACHI – Mayor Wasim Akhtar said Karachi is a city where people belongs to different caste and cultures lived and therefore interfaith harmony and promotion of equality and brotherhood is essential here. The Aga Khan Development Network performed excellent work in Pakistan, especially in Sindh, in the Edukationeducation, health and other sectors. The visit of…
Is “Pluralism” the Next Big Agenda-Setting Term of Art in Global Affairs? — By Mark Leon Goldberg on UN Dispatch com
(Ottawa, Canada) — Ottawa is a natural home to an outfit called the Global Center for Pluralism. As other western countries have closed their borders to refugees and asylum seekers in recent years, Canada became more welcoming. It has done so by relying mostly on the openness if its citizens — Canada has a unique…
Faith-Based Initiatives: Helping families to escape the cycle of poverty–By Alphonce Shiundu on Development and Cooperation EU
The list of countries where Aga Khan institutions operate features countries where life is hard, poverty is dire and more help is needed. Because of the institution’s excellent reputation, other development agencies appreciate cooperating with them. His Highness the Aga Khan IV In front Humanyun’s Tomb in Delhi In 2013. The monuments restoration was supported…
Ethics in Action Exhibition showcases AKDN (Aga Khan Development Network) impact across the globe — The Ismaili
Ethics in Action: The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) held inaugural launch events in Islamabad and Karachi, Pakistan. Taking the form of an interactive exhibition, Ethics in Action provides a glimpse into the human dimension of the Ismaili Imamat’s efforts to improve quality of life. The digitally fabricated canopy, part of the Ethics in Action…
Pak–German cooperation: KfW Bank’s ongoing initiatives at various fields in Pakistan | The Bank is also one of the partner of AKDN
Pakistan Key objective: stabilise the country For some years now, Pakistan has made frequent appearances in the headlines. The strengthening of Islamic movements , terrorist attacks and religiously motivated violence are making the country increasingly instable. The economic situation has significantly worsened too. This is partly due to the risky security situation and the growing…
