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Noorima Rehan is a 17-year-old aspiring Ismaili vocalist from Ghulkin, Gojal, Hunza. Located approximately 142km from Gilgit, Ghulkin is situated on the west of Hunza in the Karakorum, surrounded by glaciers and streams. Noorima's love for music runs deep within her being, and she finds herself singing in every moment of her life. Her vocal skills have propelled her to new heights. Most notably,  she recently represented Pakistan during King Charles III's Coronation Concert in London.

As members of the Jamat seek to build new lives in unfamiliar lands, they often face various obstacles to economic growth and financial stability. However, the Skills Development Initiative is offering hope and tangible support to those seeking to re-establish themselves in a different place.

On 4 March, at the Ismaili Centre Vancouver, two strangers came together to share a special moment — 50 years after first crossing paths during a milestone event in both of their lives.

In the vibrant and colourful city of Lahore, different religious and cultural groups have coexisted and flourished for centuries. This made it a fitting location to host a week-long residential programme for young adults entitled ‘Rang - An Arts and Culture Expedition.’

Nisha Mandani fondly recalls passing out cups of water to senior citizens in Jamatkhana while wearing a volunteer uniform as a child. Today, she travels across the world to ensure people in countries such as Malawi, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh have clean drinking water.