The Discovery of the Self: Identity Construction among Muslims in the 21st Century

The Discovery of the Self: Identity Construction among Muslims in the 21st Century is an interdisciplinary conference that brings together scholars, educators, practitioners, and community leaders to examine how Muslim identity is formed, negotiated, and expressed in contemporary society.

In an era shaped by rapid social change, digital transformation, globalization, and cultural pluralism, Muslims continue to engage deeply with questions of selfhood, belonging, ethics, and purpose. This conference explores identity construction across four interconnected spheres—education, morality, family, and social life—highlighting the dynamic interaction between Islamic tradition and modern lived experience.

Through keynote addresses, panel discussions, and scholarly presentations, the conference aims to foster thoughtful dialogue on how spiritual, intellectual, and ethical traditions within Islam can contribute to personal flourishing, social cohesion, and responsible citizenship in an interconnected world.

This conference provides a platform for reflective, scholarly, and community-informed discussions on Muslim identity in the 21st century. It encourages multidisciplinary perspectives from education, sociology, ethics, religious studies, psychology, and community practice.

By examining identity at the intersection of faith and reason, tradition and modernity, and local belonging and global citizenship, the conference seeks to deepen understanding and promote constructive engagement within diverse societies.