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.

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.

Joy Johnson celebrates 35 years at The Institute of Ismaili Studies. Join host Selina Ramji as they discuss Joy’s passion for people, travel, and storytelling.

Alnoor Nathani is celebrating 30 years at The Institute of Ismaili Studies. Join host Selina Kassam Ramji as they discuss Alnoor’s passion for art and design and how he brings that to the IIS’ ta’lim (curriculum).

Dr Shainool Jiwa is celebrating 25 years at The Institute of Ismaili Studies. 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.

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

Dr Shiraz Kabani is celebrating 25 years at The Institute of Ismaili Studies. 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.