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Cordial relationship between Jews, Christian and Muslims in Gaza...Read More
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The spic-filled dish is part of the culture...Read MoreAugust 23, 2023
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Where can we find “unity in diversity”? This question is on the minds of many in today’s tumultuous network...July 16, 2021
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America’s Gullah community and its unique cultural heritage
Since fighting alongside the Patriots in the American Revolution, Black Muslims in America have contributed immeasurably to the quest to advance their nation towards its ideals despite facing unspeakable injustice. Recently, Black Muslims have been at...May 27, 2021 2768 1 -
How flowering of a great Jewish philosopher showed fruits of diversity in Andalusia
When we hear the phrase “the Dark Ages,” we most likely picture a version of Europe far from modernity. However, as I’ve learned throughout my Islam in Europe course at American University, taught by Ambassador Akbar...April 28, 2021 1754 0 -
Pakistan launches Al-Biruni Radius tourism project at the historical Nandana Fort
Pakistan’s newest tourism project celebrates the great Iranian scientist, who during the Gold Age of Islam, measured the circumference of the Earth in the 1th century with a surprising accuracy that continues to endure a thousand...March 2, 2021 2361 0 -
World’s 40% people do not have access to education in their language – UNESCO
Language, as we call it the mother tongue, plays a very important in role the lives of nations. It creates, and shapes the literature of the society, and helps blossom the personalities of individuals. Unfortunately, even...February 22, 2021 1841 0 -
Why Napoleon provides Macron the way to bridge-building with French Muslims
As I write these lines, it appears that Emmanuel Macron, the president of France, has declared war on Islam after the tragic and unacceptable beheading of Samuel Paty, the French teacher. As a teacher myself, I...October 30, 2020 1192 0 -
Author of new book ‘Gems and Jewels’ sheds light on Pakistan’s diversity
This year I am fortunate to have the opportunity to take the inaugural course titled Pakistan and the Region introduced and led by Ambassador Akbar Ahmed, former Pakistani High Commissioner and Ibn Khaldun Chair of Islamic...March 1, 2020 2843 0 -
How Sufi music and poetry connect cultures
By Mumina Ali and Anjali Singh Ambassador Akbar Ahmed, our Professor of the World of Islam at American University, a former diplomat, playwright and author has conducted many dialogues discussing the idea of interfaith and how...December 12, 2019 4557 0