Aga Khan Trust for Culture

The Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC) promotes debate about the built environment, notably in the context of development. We propose exemplars and solutions for contemporary design problems; train architects; engage in the physical and social revitalisation of communities; and advance music and musical education.

We seek to impart a more informed understanding of the diverse cultures of the Muslim world and demonstrate the valuable role that different forms of cultural expression can play in development. AKTC has leveraged the transformative power of culture to improve the socio-economic conditions of Muslim populations.