One of the central elements of the Islamic faith is the inseparable nature of faith and world. The two are so deeply intertwined that one cannot imagine their separation. They constitute a “Way of Life.” The role and responsibility of an Imam, therefore, is both to interpret the faith to the community, and also to do all within his means to improve the quality, and security, of their daily lives.
Developing Resilience Discussion on Sunday
Join an informal discussion hosted by AKHB for ages 14-18. This conversation will host a comfortable environment to discuss the challenges lockdown has brought and how we can cope with change. The session will take place Sunday 10th May 2020 at 14:00 BST. Register via email: akhb.training@iiuk.org.
Prepare Your Business for What Lies Ahead - Webinars on Thursday
Many organisations and large companies outside the community are offering guidance on how to navigate the current economic climate. Here are 2 webinars for your diary on Thursday 7th May 2020:
- At 11 am by TiE London: Contract, Supply Chain Issues & The Road to Recovery (find out more and register)
- At 1 pm by Deloitte: Responding to COVID-19: Updates and practical steps (find out more and register)
For a list of useful webinars by the Aga Khan Economic Planning Board vist the AKEPB External Webinars page.
Ramadan Calendar for Children
Today, help your child or children to help conserve energy by reminding everyone to turn off the lights and other electric items not in use.
Cookies and Conversation
Cookies and Conversations continues this Thursday at 8:15 PM BST. We look forward to seeing you at another interactive and thought-provoking webinar. We request all participants to log in using their full name as their screen name.
Maternal Mental Health Awareness
The World Health Organisation estimates about 10% of pregnant women and 13% of new mothers develop a maternal mental health illness. WAP would like to invite all prenatal and postnatal women and their partners to a Maternal Mental Health Awareness workshop on Sunday 10th May 2020 @ 4pm. You will receive useful information on the signs of maternal mental health illness and the support available at this trying time of the pandemic, as well as hear a real life story of one woman who bravely travelled the road to recovery.
To register, and receive the Zoom link, please complete the registration form here: Maternal Mental Health Awareness Event Sunday 10th May 4pm
#WednesdayWisdom
In the eighth century, Rabia al-Adawiyya was orphaned and sold into slavery. After her master freed her for being staunchly devoted to God, she lived in solitude outside of Basra, in modern-day Iraq. The teachings of Hazrat Ali and the experience of divine love inspired Rabia; she is considered to be one of the first female Sufi saints of Islam, and the first in a long line of female Sufi mystics. Through her deeds and actions, she did not fit into the traditional role for women in the society of her time. Rabia al-Basri, as she came to be known, is noted for her steadfast love of God and her expressions through poetry. These expressions inspired many later Sufi masters and philosophers, and set an example for others to follow.
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