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Imamat Day Quiz
The Youth Club Network invites all 13 to 17 year olds to the Imamat Day Quiz Extravaganza! Join us and go head to head against Youth Clubs across the jurisdiction to see who will be crowned the 2020 Champions. Using the Kahoot App, we hope to have as many of you joining as possible, battling it out with old and new friends, online! Join us via Zoom on Saturday 18 July at 4:30pm BST.
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Sign Up! 12-Week Web Development Bootcamp
Are you looking to up-skill and future-proof your career? AKEPB is delivering a free 12-week online bootcamp to teach web development and prepare the Jamat for rapid changes to the future of work. Starting on 2nd August 2020, the bootcamp is a structured 12-week course. No prior knowledge is required, just a desire to learn. Click here to find out more and register
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Information on the Re-opening of Schools in September
The government has recently shared guidance with schools regarding the re-opening in September. In a shortened summary, AKEB has provided key information, explaining how schools will operate and the current plans for assessments in 2021. Your child’s school should share information on their plans for the full re-opening in September with you. If you have any questions or would like more information on how to support your child during the summer please do not hesitate to contact the AKEB by emailing AKEB@iiuk.org.
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Announcement from the Aga Khan Health Board - Health Advice
Whilst certain lockdown measures are relaxing with the opening of restaurants and shops and people being encouraged to return back to work in certain situations, individuals are urged to remain cautious and continue with good hand hygiene and appropriate social distancing. It is important to remember the safety of yourselves and those around you by adhering to these good practices. Individuals are asked to refrain from taking part in large gatherings with many people which contravene government guidelines. The safety of the Jamat is of the utmost importance during this time.
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New Organ Donation Opt-out System
A new opt-out system for organ and tissue donation is in effect in England This means that adults will be presumed to be organ donors when they pass away unless they have specifically recorded their decision not to be. Further information including factsheets in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Arabic, and Urdu are available from the NHS website . If you would like more information about this change in law, please contact the Aga Khan Health Board using the contact details in IIUK or by emailing akhb@iiuk.org. Read more here.
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Looking for Graphic Designers to Support Jamati Initiatives
Are you familiar with ‘Illustrator’, ‘Photoshop’, or ‘Canva’? Perhaps you watched Ismaili Council for Canada's fabulous tutorial on creating posters and designs on Canva, and want to find a way to practice your new skill? The UK Jurisdiction National Council is searching for a handful of talented designers to support making posters and informative leaflets and infographics for the Jamat. If you are skilled in graphic design, or are learning graphic design and would like to build your repertoire, please email us at communications@iiuk.org.
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Healthy Bytes Podcast: Cancer Awareness & Support
Enjoy this podcast for an interesting discussion on how Coronavirus is impacting the provision of cancer services in England. It is also a reminder to be more self-aware at a time when people are reluctant to seek medical help even though it can be accessible virtually via your GP. This podcast also discusses how our very own Ismaili cancer support volunteers can support you or your loved ones affected by cancer. Listen here.
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Youth Club Network: “Show Me How”
Staying in during lockdown has been quite a busy time for the Youth Club Network and our 7 to 17 year olds. Each Wednesday in the “Show Me How” series, our youth can learn new skills and participate in exciting activities, hosted by talented members of our Jamat. Whether it’s baking cookies or cupcakes, painting or designing textiles, Zumba or taekwondo, YCN has something for you. Missed out on the live sessions? Click here to re-watch your favourite “Show Me How” and learn something new at home!
Back by popular demand, on Wednesday 22 July, we will be exercising on Zoom with Abid Karmali at 5pm BST for 7-12 year olds and at 8pm for 13-17 year olds. See you there!
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ITREB Thought of the Day
Pharmacy: The exploration of science and of the healing arts of alchemy flourished during the early centuries, following the birth of Islam. In keeping with the hadith of the Prophet (pbuh) reported by Abu Darda - Allah has sent down the disease and the cure, and He has appointed a cure for every disease, so treat yourselves medically – early Muslim societies sought to find healing in nature through science. By the 8th century, a systematic approach to the study of minerals and plants and their application for the treatment of common ailments from poisonous bites to flu and fever was well underway in Damascus at the Umayyad Court. Botany became the central focus for the study of scientific alchemy, specialising “in the collection of all drugs, choosing the very best of each simple or compound, and in the preparation of good remedies from them following the most accurate methods and techniques as recommended by experts in the healing arts.” This 11th century description of pharmacy by Al-Biruni’s could have been written today.
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