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The month in pictures: May

The month in pictures: May

Supporting Sudanese children in Egypt, producing quality olive oil in Syria, and playful learning in Tanzania: see what we’ve been up to this month.

Syrian youth design their future

Syrian youth design their future

In a context of loss and fragmentation, AKF is partnering with the people of Syria to rebuild the social fabric of communities through Human-Centered Design and social innovation.

Civil Society

Back to school: Meet Sedrat

Back to school: Meet Sedrat

Sedrat's education was interrupted by Syria's civil war. Her family were displaced, and her education suffered. Now, Sedrat is studying at a learning centre in Aleppo which focuses on supporting learners who have left the education system.

Education Civil Society

The Aga Khan Foundation Canada’s Global Leadership Program

The Aga Khan Foundation Canada’s Global Leadership Program

The Global Leadership Program brings together a diverse cohort of mid-career Canadian professionals from across sectors to explore the forces shaping our societies and connect with others committed to a more peaceful, prosperous, and pluralist world for all. ​ 

The month in pictures: April

The month in pictures: April

Seed banks in Afghanistan, Mothers’ Day in Syria, and mangrove conservation in Tanzania: see what we’ve been up to this month.

Educating girls amid crisis

Educating girls amid crisis

In times of conflict, education is often one of the first things to be disrupted, and girls are most at risk of being left behind.

Education Civil Society

AKF and AKU to host the world’s first International Symposium on Artemisia

AKF and AKU to host the world’s first International Symposium on Artemisia

The landmark event will bring together global experts to explore the holistic health and environmental potential of Artemisia annua and Artemisia afra – medicinal plants known for their healing properties

Health & Nutrition Agriculture & Food Security Climate Resilience

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