Keeping our cool: Reducing deadly heat in cities

Our children spend most of their time each day with their teachers. This is incredibly significant for what we, as a society, see as our collective investment for the future.

Why supporting teacher leadership and innovation is critical for transforming the future of education

Why supporting teacher leadership and innovation is critical for transforming the future of education

Professor Zayn Kassam at the Institute of Ismaili Studies in London. “We're putting down a solid academic base for what Ismailism is and how it connects to Shi’ism and how it is part of the larger fabric and tapestry of Islam.”

“A solid foundation”: Impact of an Aga Khan Schools education

“A solid foundation”: Impact of an Aga Khan Schools education

The Schools2030 Global Forum will address three key age groups: pre-primary, primary and youth.

Fostering inclusive education: Schools2030 Global Forum

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Fostering inclusive education: Schools2030 Global Forum

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Teachers leverage micro-forests to engage their students about pluralism, inclusion and respect for diversity. AKDN

What is a micro-forest?

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What is a micro-forest?

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Ninety-three percent of Tajikistan is mountainous, leaving little arable land for farming.

Boosting food security in Tajikistan's mountainous terrain

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Boosting food security in Tajikistan's mountainous terrain

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AKDN has worked in Mozambique since 2001. Much work takes place in Cabo Delgado, one of the poorest and most vulnerable provinces, aiming to improve health, nutrition and literacy, as well as to stimulate economic growth.

“Gender equality is everyone’s business”: An interview with Gulnora Mukhamadieva, Global Lead for Gender Equality at AKF

“Gender equality is everyone’s business”: An interview with Gulnora Mukhamadieva, Global Lead for Gender Equality at AKF

Princess Zahra Aga Khan and The Honourable Janet K. Museveni, First Lady of Uganda, unveil a plaque commemorating the commencement of construction of the Aga Khan University Kampala campus.

Aga Khan University starts construction of its Kampala campus

Aga Khan University starts construction of its Kampala campus

Princess Zahra and the First Lady of Zanzibar, Her Excellency Mariam Mwinyi, inaugurate the Aga Khan Polyclinic in Stone Town, Zanzibar

Government of France and Aga Khan Health Service, Tanzania partner to launch ultra-modern polyclinic

Government of France and Aga Khan Health Service, Tanzania partner to launch ultra-modern polyclinic

"My family struggled, but my children won't" How India's youth are creating their own economic opportunities

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"My family struggled, but my children won't" How India's youth are creating their own economic opportunities

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At Toangoma Secondary School in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, a volunteer expert shows students how to plant tree seedlings and create a micro-forest that will serve as a carbon sink for their community.

From the classroom to the community: Teachers as climate change leaders

From the classroom to the community: Teachers as climate change leaders

Ericsson and AKAH staff join a women’s self-help group in in Miyani Village, Porbandar to plant mangroves.

Enhancing the resilience of coastal communities in Gujarat

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Enhancing the resilience of coastal communities in Gujarat

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In conversation with Michael Kocher

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In conversation with Michael Kocher

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Kuhdoman community-based savings group members.

From access to empowerment: community-based savings groups in rural Tajikistan

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From access to empowerment: community-based savings groups in rural Tajikistan

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A stake in the future: Getting girls into science

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A stake in the future: Getting girls into science

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The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is dedicated to improving the quality of life of those in need.

AKDN works to improve the quality of life in over 30 countries

Improving the Quality of Life

The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is dedicated to improving the quality of life of those in need, mainly in Asia and Africa, irrespective of their origin, faith, or gender. Our multifaceted development approach aims to help communities and individuals become self-reliant.