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Islamic Leadership Beyond the Masjid: Transforming the Ummah for a Greater Impact

Islamic Leadership Beyond the Masjid: Transforming the Ummah for a Greater Impact In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, the role of Islamic leadership must evolve beyond its traditional confines within the masjid to address broader societal, economic, and global challenges. This paper explores the concept of “Islamic Leadership Beyond the Masjid” as a transformative […]

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Webinar Announcement: Islamic Leadership Beyond the Masjid: Transforming the Ummah for a Greater Impact

We are currently organizing our second panel webinar, centered around the following title and themes: Note: Three international experts in Islamic Leadership will participate in a panel discussion. The panelists will be announced once confirmed, and the date and time will be finalized at a later stage. Title: Islamic Leadership Beyond the Masjid: Transforming the

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The Future of the Global Halal Economy: An Islamic Perspective on Growth, Governance, and Sustainable Development

The Future of the Global Halal Economy: An Islamic Perspective on Growth, Governance, and Sustainable Development The global halal economy has undergone a profound transformation in recent decades, evolving from a niche market rooted in religious dietary laws into a dynamic, multi-sector global ecosystem. According to the latest Halal Industry Outlook Report published by the

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Building Sustainable and ESG-Driven Halal Supply Chains from an Islamic Perspective

Building Sustainable and ESG-Driven Halal Supply Chains from an Islamic Perspective Over the past two decades, the global halal economy has experienced remarkable expansion, transforming from a niche religious market into one of the fastest-growing sectors of the global economy. The halal industry now encompasses a wide range of sectors including food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, logistics,

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Change Management in the Islamic Tradition: A Theological and Transformational Framework

Change Management in the Islamic Tradition: A Theological and Transformational Framework Change is a fundamental aspect of human life and social development. In modern management literature, change management is frequently discussed within corporate, organizational, and psychological frameworks. However, long before contemporary theories emerged, Islam presented a profound and comprehensive framework for understanding and managing change

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The Blue Economy and Islamic Principles: A Convergence of Sustainability, Ethics, and Opportunity

The Blue Economy and Islamic Principles: A Convergence of Sustainability, Ethics, and Opportunity Today I had the honour of discussing the Blue Economy on Zoom with an amazing colleague from Slovenia, Goradz. I volunteer my time on a board focused on alternative economic models, and during our conversation we decided to work on a proposal—also

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Governance of the Halal Supply Chain: Institutional Frameworks, Challenges, and Future Directions

Governance of the Halal Supply Chain: Institutional Frameworks, Challenges, and Future Directions The rapid growth of the global halal economy has intensified the need for robust governance mechanisms across halal supply chains. With the global Muslim population exceeding 1.9 billion and halal markets extending beyond food into sectors such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, logistics, and tourism,

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From Halal Compliance to a Value-Driven Halal Ecosystem

From Halal Compliance to a Value-Driven Halal Ecosystem   Introduction In recent decades, the global Halal industry has experienced remarkable growth. Halal food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, finance, logistics, and tourism now form a rapidly expanding global market serving more than a billion Muslim consumers and an increasing number of non-Muslim consumers who associate Halal with quality,

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The Waqf-Cooperative Hybrid: Patient Capital for Eternal Community Solidarity

I’ve just completed this paper for the American non-Muslim community. I currently sit on the board of Mutual Aid, led by my wonderful friend Stephanie Rearick (President), based in Madison, Wisconsin. https://mutualaidnetwork.org/team Stephanie and I met 12–13 years ago in Aotearoa New Zealand. She had been invited by the government because of her exceptional work

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Book chapter: The Halal-ESG Nexus: Building Ethical and Sustainable Value Chains

All glory belongs to my Creator—Allah (SWT). I am a co-author of what is likely the first book on the Islamic Circular Economy, the Halal ESG Handbook. My book chapter entitled: The Halal-ESG Nexus: Building Ethical and Sustainable Value Chains. This opportunity came only through Allah’s will. A respected professor—who was also my guest –

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