The International Conference on Maqasid Al-Waḥy and the Future of Interdisciplinary Scientific Research (MAFIS) was held successfully on 10-11 June 2025. organized by Maqasid Institute and Research Synergy Foundation, Co-Hosted by International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilisation (ISTAC-IIUM), this conference was held Virtual through the online platform.
The conference has successfully gathered speakers, participants, scientific reviewer, session chair, and attendees from more than 21+ countries around the globe, such as Indonesia, Canada, Malaysia, Australia, Pakistan, Turkey, United Kingdom, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Jordan, India, South Africa, United States of America, Saudi Arabia, Uganda, Nigeria, Tanzania, Nepal, Denmark, Bangladesh, and many more.
In the session. With the list of presenters and research titles:
Paper ID: MAF25107
Presenter: Nurul Ain Norman
Title: Recognizing the Divine Wisdom in Neurodivergence: Exploring Autism through Maqasid Al-Wahy and Islamic Psychology
Discussion:
- From Usman Mohammed:
Q: How can Islamic scholars integrate Maqasid al-Wahy with contemporary understanding of autism to foster empathy?
- From Dr. Ildus Rafikov:
Q: How can transdisciplinary teams combine normative grounding in Al-Wahy with practical sciences to address autism?
Paper ID: MAF25117
Presenter: Faiza Toefy
Title: Exploring the Needs and Support of Hifz Learners in Cape Town, South Africa
Discussion:
- From Usman Mohammed:
Q: 1. How can technology enhance Hifz learning in Cape Town?
2. What are the unique challenges/opportunities for Hifz learners there?
- From Prof Hamidullah Marazi:
Q: How can learners, teachers, and society collaborate based on your findings?
- From Dr. Ildus Rafikov:
Q: Have you considered physical/psychological differences in children’s Quran memorization abilities?
Paper ID: MAF25106
Presenter: Amanina Hussaini Dzulkeflee
Title: Assessing perceived understanding and self-efficacy in a compulsory Islamic Psychology course among IIUM students
Discussion:
- From Rohmad Adi Yulianto:
Q: How does this topic connect to Maqasid al-Shari’ah?
- From Prof Hamidullah Marazi:
Q: How can universities make Islamic psychology more relevant to modern challenges?
Paper ID: MAF25102
Presenter: Suhendri & Nazla An Nuha
Title: Toward Inclusive Islamic Education: Addressing Gender, Disability, and Marginalization
Discussion:
- From Januariansyah Arfaizar:
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How can inclusivity in Islamic education align with gender justice, disability rights, and marginalization?
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Has Rahmatan Lil ‘Alamin been realized in current Islamic education systems?
Paper ID: MAF25114
Presenter: Jalaldeen Jemeela
Title: Reviving Islamic Teaching Values Through the Higher Objectives of Shariah.
Discussion:
Paper ID: MAF25110
Presenter: Saima Ali
Title: Islamic Blueprint for Promoting Global Peace and Harmony Through Effective Governance
Discussion:
- From Januariansyah Arfaizar:
Q: 1. How can Maqasid in Islamic education support SDGs without losing Islamic character?
2. Is the OIC Charter framework strong enough for global Islamic governance?
- From Dr. Ildus Rafikov:
Q: What practical lessons from Al-Wahy can Muslim leaders integrate into public policy?
We invite all participants to discuss or ask questions related to the material shared by the presenters in this forum.
The presenter and the audience can continue the discussion in this forum. Enjoy the discussion, and see you at the upcoming conference at https://bit.ly/RSF-UpcomingConference
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