International Programmes
As part of the commemoration of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Golden Jubilee, a number of International Programmes have been launched, while others are under development. These International Programmes seek to entertain as well as inform, addressing themes such as heritage, culture, devotional music and physical well-being, whilst also promoting unity and collaborative endeavours across the Jamat worldwide.
Ali to Karim
Rich with ceremony, pageantry and tradition, ALI TO KARIM: A Tribute to the Ismaili Imams is a docu-theatre production about the Ismaili Imamat and its contributions to Islam and Muslim civilizations over the past 1 400 years. This Golden Jubilee International Programme premieres in Los Angeles on 19 July 2008.
Historic Cities Programme Exhibition
The Historic Cities Programme Exhibition provides a unique lens on the role of culture in development. It features five projects of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture in Egypt, Syria, Mali, India, and Afghanistan. The Exhibition is touring cities in various countries around the world.
Ismaili Economic Forum
The Ismail Economic Forum seeks to provide a springboard for increased collaboration among Ismaili entrepreneurs, strategic business alliances, Jamati institutions, and AKDN institutions. The IEF held its inaugural international conference between 26 – 28 April 2008 in Dubai.
Golden Jubilee Games
The Golden Jubilee Games, the first-ever, global Ismaili sports festival, will take place in Kenya from 24 — 29 June 2008, and will attract competitors and spectators from more than 20 countries to commemorate the Mawlana Hazar Imam's Golden Jubilee.
A Mystical Journey
A Mystical Journey - Sufi Music and other Expressions of Devotion from the Muslim World features artists from Algeria, Bosnia, Iran, Pakistan, Tajikistan and Syria performing music from various Sufi and other esoteric traditions of Islam.
Heritage Discovery Programme
The Heritage Discovery Programme (HDP) is a Golden Jubilee International Programme that facilitates travel and learning, explores heritage and history, and nurtures frontierless brotherhood and ambassadorial skills among young Ismailis.
