Jamatkhana and Institutional Updates

In the Qur’an, human beings are reminded that they are ultimately accountable for all their intentions and actions.

IIS Secondary Curriculum (Faith & Practice vol. 2)

New Healthy Bytes Podcast - Coronavirus Era and Beyond
The Aga Khan Health Board presents Health Bytes Podcast. Join Dr Shamez Ladhani, Paediatric Infections Disease Consultant and Epidemiologist as he discusses the Coronavirus era and beyond. Listen here! For all of the previous Healthy Bytes podcasts, click here.

Interviewing for Success!
Interviews are the final hurdle in most job searches. They can be daunting experiences. But spending time on interview preparation, from researching the company to practising psychometric tests, can make all the difference! To help you succeed, AKEPB has put together the Ultimate Interview Preparation Guide.
We are also offering 1-to-1 assistance with your CV, cover letter or interview preparation. Please contact us by email on akepb@iiuk.org

Golden Club
ITREB and AKSWB invite senior members of the Jamat to join us every Sunday for short afternoon talks followed by a short Q&A session. The first Golden Club session will take place on 3 May 2020 at 12:30 BST and will explore the subjects of Faith and Well-Being. We invite all senior citizens to connect live by clicking here.

Writing a will
In the UK last year, more than 40% of deceased passed away without having a will, often because it seemed premature to write a will, or the rules appeared too complicated. A will is an important way to protect your family and loved ones. It can potentially save you tax and avoid family disputes about how your assets should be divided. Click here to read advice from the legal team on writing your will.
For further guidance regarding writing a will, the Legal Committee can be contacted at legalteam@iiuk.org.

Everyday this month, we will share daily activities for children and families to come together, observe, and commemorate Ramadan. To download the calendar in full, click here for English and German.

August 2020 GCSE, A level and Vocational Results - An Update from Ofqual
Ofqual (the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) has recently updated their information about cancelled exams. Students will receive a calculated grade this year, which will be issued in August. Further details can be found here. This may be a challenging and anxious time for students and parents and the recent return to school after Easter may have been an adjustment for families. AKEB recently delivered webinars on understanding the impact of stress on learning and how to manage it, which are available here. If you have any questions about this please contact the AKEB team on akeb@iiuk.org or by phoning Ashif Pabani on +44 7919 174 169.

3 Steps to Protect yourself From Fraud
Scams and fraudsters are using the uncertainty of the current climate to target innocent individuals and businesses. To protect yourself from fraud, follow these 3 simple steps:

Stop – Take a minute to think before responding to a request or providing information.
Challenge – Remember, it is perfectly okay to reject or refuse a request. Especially if you are unsure. Simply confirm if the situation is genuine by using publicly available contact information for organisations.
Protect – Take immediate action if you feel you have been scammed. Ensure that you regularly update your software and change your passwords to keep yourself secure online.

For more information refer to the Government’s advice.
For support or guidance, we are here to help. Please email us on EPBUKInfo@iiuk.org. Looking for some advice with managing your money? Listen to the latest Wise Wallets Podcast.

ITREB Thought of the Day: #ThankfulThursday
For Muslims, fasting from sunrise to sunset during the month of Ramadan brings many benefits, from physical detox to mental clarity and spiritual upliftment, as well as Divine blessings. It also teaches us to be grateful for the blessings in our lives. Enduring a day without the comfort of a cup of tea or choosing not to refuel our energy at lunchtime helps us to experience what it’s like to go hungry, and creates empathy for those who do not have access to food and water most days of their lives. In 2019, 815 million people in the world went hungry. Fasting for Ramadan, we know we will quench our thirst and hunger at sunset. The less fortunate do not know where their next meal will come from. This Ramadan let us give thanks for the abundance in our lives and practice generosity towards those facing difficulty.

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