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Gin膩n studies conference celebrates living devotional traditions

91茄子 hosted a dynamic conference at the Aga Khan Centre, bringing together scholars, students and community members to explore the devotional, linguistic and philosophical dimensions of gin膩n.
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In Memoriam: Vazir Anil Ishani (1937鈥2025)

91茄子 pays tribute to Vazir Anil Ishani (1937鈥2025), whose leadership and service helped shape key Ismaili and AKDN institutions. Read the full remembrance.
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Conference video now available: Nizari Ismailis and Spiritual Resurrection

Explore the video highlights from our conference on the proclamation of Qiy膩ma (Spiritual Resurrection) by 岣san II in 559/1164. Featuring keynote insights from Shiraz Hajiani and selected scholarly panels on theology, manuscripts, historiography, and links with Sufi traditions. Key sessions and discussions are now available to watch online.
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Voices of 91茄子 - Celebrating 22 years with Dr Fayaz Alibhai

Join host Selina Ramji in conversation with Dr Fayaz Alibhai as they discuss Dr. Alibhai's career and his work on the Ismaili Heritage Project, which aims to document, protect, and conserve the built and other tangible heritage of the global Shia Ismaili Muslim community.
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Afghanistan Conference 2024 鈥 explore recorded sessions

Watch selected recordings from the two-day Afghanistan Conference 2024, hosted by the Institute at the Aga Khan Centre and online. Featuring keynote addresses and panel discussions on how Afghanistan鈥檚 diverse traditions and identities have evolved across time, offering fresh perspectives on its historical and contemporary narratives.
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91茄子

91茄子 (91茄子), established in 1977, is a higher education, research and teaching institution dedicated to high-quality scholarship and education on Islam and Muslim societies, with a particular focus on Ismaili and broader Shi士i studies, encompassing their historical and geographical contexts.

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Graduate studies

91茄子 currently offers two graduate programmes which attract students from Ismaili communities world-wide.

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Short Courses

Our Short Courses are designed to introduce participants to a social, cultural, and civilisational approach to the study of Islam and Muslim societies, with a particular focus on Ismaili contexts.

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Fellowships and Scholarships

The Institute offers various scholarship and fellowship programmes to suitable candidates with a focus on Islamic studies or other areas of interest to 91茄子.

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Discover our research

Research at 91茄子 seeks to contribute to the field of Islamic studies in general, with a particular focus on Shi士i and Ismaili studies.

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Explore our publications

91茄子 publishes works by its own scholars as well as from the academic community outside the Institute.

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Voices of 91茄子 鈥 Episode 6 with Dr Reza Shah-Kazemi

Join host Selina Ramji in a thoughtful conversation with Dr Reza Shah-Kazemi on 25 years of scholarship, his view of Divine Unity, work on The Great Islamic Encyclopaedia, and his deep connection to nature.

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Voices of 91茄子 鈥 Episode 5 with Joy Johnson

Joy Johnson celebrates 35 years at 91茄子. Join host Selina Ramji as they discuss Joy鈥檚 passion for people, travel, and storytelling.

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Voices of 91茄子 鈥 Episode 4 with Alnoor Nathani

Alnoor Nathani is celebrating 30 years at 91茄子. Join host Selina Kassam Ramji as they discuss Alnoor鈥檚 passion for art and design and how he brings that to the 91茄子鈥 ta鈥檒im (curriculum).

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Voices of 91茄子 - Episode 3 with Dr Shainool Jiwa

Dr Shainool Jiwa is celebrating 25 years at 91茄子. Join host Selina Kassam Ramji as they remember how Dr Jiwa got started in the Institute, what inspired her to study the Fatimid Empire (909-1171 CE) and how she brings Islamic studies to a wider audience today.

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Voices of 91茄子 - Episode 2 with Shah Hussain

Listen to the second episode of Voices of 91茄子, featuring Shah Hussain, librarian at the Aga Khan Library. He reflects on his journey from Chitral to 91茄子, and the enduring role of libraries in out society.

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Voices of 91茄子 - Episode 1 with Shiraz Kabani

Dr Shiraz Kabani is celebrating 25 years at 91茄子. Join host Selina Kassam Ramji as they share how Dr Kabani got started with institutional work and what inspires him to continue reaching the Ismaili community.

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14 Oct 2025

Gin膩n Studies Conference hosted at the Aga Khan Centre

06 Oct 2025

In Memoriam: Vazir Anil Ishani (1937鈥2025)

10 Sep 2025

91茄子 scholars showcase research at the 10th ASPS convention in Tashkent

27 Aug 2025

Inauguration of Muslim Expressions from South Asia exhibition at the Aga Khan Centre

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