Growth
Time & Location
About the Event
Growth is what is inherent in any living organism. It is the basic purpose of life and it is one of the most fundamental aspects of Islam. It is through the growth of the Self that one can elevate consciousness to understand divinity and the purpose of individual Identity.
The growth panel discussion is a conversation around misogyny, women in non- traditional roles, genocide and the use of rape as a weapon of war.
The speakers for this panel discussion:
Dr Nyla Ali Khan is a professor at Rose State College, Midwest City, OK and taught as a visiting professor at the University of Oklahoma. She is a author of several published articles, book reviews, editorials and has written four books.
Captain Mona Shindy has served in the Royal Australian Navy for 30 years. She holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Hons) degree, a Masters of Commerce and a Masters in Politics and Policy. She is a chartered professional Engineer, Engineer Executive and Fellow of the institute of Engineers in Australia.
Dr Kecia Ali is Professor of Religion and Chair of the Religion Department at Boston University. Her research ranges from Islam’s formative period to the present and focuses on Islamic law; gender and sexuality; and religious biography.
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