Youth Ambassadors Are Champions for Change

Sarah Habib and Alisha Somani are co-presidents of the Aga Khan Foundation Youth Ambassadors in the Dallas area, and seniors... View Article

Children, Our First Priority

There is nothing that parents love more in this world than their children. Parents everywhere want our children to grow... View Article

Architecture Is a Way of Giving Back: Q&A with Barbara Nasila

A 2016 graduate of Aga Khan Academy (AKA) in Mombasa, Kenya, Barbara Nasila found her way to a leadership role... View Article

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Reflections on a First Semester

As the holidays approach and the fall semester comes to a close at universities around the world, we’d like to... View Article

Gaining Tools and Optimism to Turn Local Philanthropy Around

Jedidah always arrived early at the office. Some of her colleagues called her ambitious, but for her, the job was... View Article

Promoting Inclusive Growth in Central Asia

“More important than speed, economic growth that is inclusive is crucial for a healthy and stable society.” In Central Asia,... View Article

A Family Rocks a Wok that Gives Back to AKF

Aman Vadhwaniya grew up in a family that valued enterprise and education. When he graduated high school, he and his... View Article

Kadiatou’s Dream: Better Schools for Better Learning

Kadiatou Diarra, age 8, is a smart girl who lives in Ballabougou with her mother, two sisters, and a brother.... View Article

Clean Water for a Bright Future in Central Asia

Tajikistan, a landlocked country in Central Asia, is often characterized by its peaks, rugged terrain, and untouched landscapes. The country... View Article