Overview:
The 1st International Conference on Social Sciences and Islamic Studies (ICSSIS) 2024 seeks to explore the role of Islamic teachings in addressing the most pressing global challenges of the modern era. With an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, this conference will bring together scholars, researchers, and practitioners from diverse academic backgrounds to foster innovative solutions that incorporate both social science and Islamic perspectives.
The theme, “Islamic Perspectives on Global Challenges: Bridging Social Sciences and Islamic Studies for Sustainable Solutions,” aims to highlight the potential of Islamic thought in addressing critical global issues such as social justice, poverty, human rights, climate change, and economic inequality. The conference will explore how Islamic values, ethics, and teachings can inform contemporary social sciences, leading to sustainable solutions for today’s most complex problems.
Key Objectives:
1. Integrating Islamic Teachings into Contemporary Solutions:
- Explore how Islamic teachings can guide solutions to global challenges in social justice, poverty alleviation, economic development, and environmental sustainability.
- Examine the compatibility of Islamic principles with contemporary social science frameworks for creating sustainable social systems.
2. Bridging Social Sciences and Islamic Studies:
- Foster interdisciplinary collaboration between scholars of social sciences and Islamic studies to address global issues from a holistic perspective.
- Investigate the mutual benefits of combining Islamic insights with social science theories in addressing challenges such as inequality, governance, and human development.
3. Addressing Social Justice and Human Rights:
- Discuss the role of Islam in promoting human dignity, equality, and social justice, and how these values can be integrated into global governance structures and policymaking.
- Analyze Islamic approaches to human rights, ethics, and law in the context of contemporary global challenges.
4. Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship:
- Delve into the Islamic concept of environmental stewardship (Khilafah) and its relevance in addressing climate change, resource management, and sustainable development.
- Explore Islamic teachings on responsible consumption, ecological balance, and the ethical treatment of the environment.
5. Empowerment of Women and Gender Equality:
- Discuss the role of Islam in promoting gender equality, women’s empowerment, and social inclusion.
- Examine how Islamic teachings can provide insights for addressing gender-based violence, women’s rights, and economic participation in the global context.
Main-Theme
“Islamic Perspectives on Global Challenges: Bridging Social Sciences and Islamic Studies for Sustainable Solutions”
Sub-Themes:
1. Social Justice and Governance:
- Islamic frameworks for justice and governance.
- Islamic economic systems and their contributions to sustainable development.
- Islamic law (Shari’ah) in contemporary global governance.
2. Poverty Alleviation and Economic Empowerment:
- Islamic approaches to poverty alleviation, zakat (charity), and wealth distribution.
- Social entrepreneurship and Islamic finance for sustainable economic solutions.
- The role of Islamic institutions in promoting economic development and welfare.
3. Human Rights and Ethics in Islamic Thought:
- Islamic views on human rights, dignity, and equality.
- Ethical principles in Islam and their application to global societal issues.
- The role of Islamic ethics in policy and lawmaking at national and international levels.
4. Environmental Sustainability and Islamic Stewardship:
- The Islamic concept of Khilafah and its relevance to environmental protection.
- Islamic environmental ethics: Addressing climate change and promoting sustainability.
- Interfaith and interdisciplinary approaches to global environmental challenges.
5. Education, Knowledge, and Empowerment:
- The role of Islamic education in addressing global knowledge gaps.
- Empowering communities through knowledge and skills development.
- The intersection of traditional Islamic education and modern social sciences.
Target Audience:
- Scholars, researchers, and academicians from the fields of Islamic Studies, Social Sciences, Law, Economics, Political Science, and Environmental Sciences.
- Policymakers, practitioners, and professionals working on social justice, human rights, and sustainable development.
- Graduate and postgraduate students in the fields of Islamic Studies, Social Sciences, and related disciplines.
- International and local NGOs and development organizations focusing on community empowerment, gender equality, and sustainability.
Expected Outcomes:
- Promoting Interdisciplinary Research: The conference will encourage the integration of Islamic perspectives with contemporary social sciences to address modern challenges effectively and ethically.
- Sustainable Solutions: Attendees will leave with actionable insights on applying Islamic teachings in the fields of governance, social justice, and environmental stewardship, contributing to sustainable solutions on a global scale.
- Collaboration and Networking: The event will foster international collaboration, allowing scholars and professionals to connect and collaborate on research, policies, and projects aimed at addressing global challenges.
- Publication of Key Findings: Selected papers and discussions will be compiled and published in peer-reviewed journals or edited volumes, contributing to the global academic discourse on the intersection of Islamic studies and social sciences.
The ICSSIS 2024 will serve as a critical platform for addressing the global challenges facing today’s world, while integrating Islamic thought with modern social sciences. By highlighting the role of Islam in fostering sustainable, ethical, and inclusive solutions, the conference will contribute to both academic knowledge and practical solutions for the betterment of global society. The interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration generated at this conference will lay the foundation for continued research and action toward a more just and sustainable world.
Submission Guidelines:
- Abstract Submission Deadline: December 15, 2024
- Full Paper Submission Deadline: December 25, 2024
- Notification of Acceptance: January 10, 2025
- Conference Dates: January 25-27, 2025
- Word Limit: 3000-5000 words Referencing Style: APA 7th Edition or Chicago Style
Confirmed Keynote Speakers:
1. Dr. Amina Bint Al-Hussain, Expert in Islamic Governance and Policy, University of Cairo
Topic: Islamic Governance in the 21st Century: Bridging Traditional Knowledge and Modern Governance Models
2. Prof. Muhammad Ali, Professor of Environmental Studies, Al-Azhar University
Topic: Environmental Sustainability: An Islamic Framework for Addressing Global Environmental Challenges
3. Dr. Samira Khan, UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights
Topic: Empowering Women Through Islamic Teachings: Contemporary Challenges and Solutions
Conference Registration
To facilitate smooth registration for participants, ensuring clarity on fees, deadlines, and benefits below are the conference registration details:
- Registration Fee International Scholar: $100/
- Registration Fee National Scholar: 1000rs/
- What is Included:
- Access to all sessions (keynotes, panels, workshops)
- Conference materials and proceedings
- Registration & Abstract Submission Link: https://mymresearchcenter.com/conference-registration-form/