The Oral History Project, by the Ismaili Special Collections Unit of the Institute of Ismaili Studies, seeks to preserve the memories, experiences and stories of the members of the Ismaili communities across the world in their own voices. Learn more

In this episode, we’ll meet Dr Mohamed Keshavjee, a former governor of the Institute of Ismaili Studies and award-winning specialist in cross-cultural mediation. Dr Keshavjee shares his experience growing up in South Africa in the midst of the 'winds of change'. He also reflects on his experiences with His Highness Aga Khan IV and how that has influenced his life and work.Do you have a story to share with the IIS Oral History Project? If you want to share your memories, story of your family or story of an elder you know, please reach out to Oral History Project Coordinator Rizwan Karim at rkarim@iis.ac.uk.