Symposium

Contemporary Discussions on Philanthropy Symposium

Date: 14-16 October, 2024

Location: Istanbul University

The aim of the symposium is to facilitate a comprehensive exploration of philanthropy's role and impact in addressing societal challenges and driving positive change.

The symposium offers a dynamic platform for scholarly debates on key issues, trends, and innovations in the field of philanthropy. Through insightful presentations, discussions, and collaborations, participants will gain valuable perspectives, forge connections, and inspire action towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. We invite scholars, researchers, and practitioners to join us in this enriching dialogue and contribute to shaping the future of philanthropy.

  • Trends in Philanthropy
  • Technology and Philanthropy
  • Islamic Philanthropy
  • Waqf and Zakat management and trends
  • Philanthropy in Muslim Majority and Minority communities
  • Philanthropy in Different cultures
  • Humanitarian Action and Philanthropy
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
  • Cross-sector Collaborations in Philanthropy
  • Ethical Considerations in Philanthropy
  • Innovative Fundraising Strategies
  • History of philanthropy
  • Philanthropy and Social Justice
  • The Role of Individuals in Philanthropy
  • Islamic philanthropy and Islamic social finance

Symposium Details

Timelines:

  • Abstract Submission Deadline: August 30, 2024 (New)
  • Notification of Acceptance: September 7, 2024 (Updated)
  • Full Paper Submission Deadline: October 1, 2024
  • Symposium Date: October 14-16, 2024

Submission Guideline:

Please submit your 1000-word abstract, which should detail the methodology and main findings of your paper. We welcome submissions for oral presentations. All abstracts will be reviewed by the scientific committee.

Registration:

Free of charge.

Publication Opportunities:

  • Selected papers will be considered for publication in a special issue of the Journal of Muslim Philanthropy and Civil Society and Journal of Muslim Humanitarianism published by the prestigious Indiana University Press.
  • Selected papers will be considered for publication in an edited volume on Muslim Philanthropy in Contemporary Society by an academic press.

  • Dr. Shariq Siddiqui
  • Dr. Ahmet Köroğlu
  • Dr. Selman Kesgin
  • Dr. Yusri Supiyan
  • Dr. Tariq Cheema,
  • Dr. Zeeshan Noor
  • Dr. Nihat Gümüş
  • Afshan Paarlberg
  • Saima Hassan
  • Abdul Samad

This conference is sponsored by the Journal on Muslim Philanthropy and Civil Society and Muslim Humanitarianism Review. Both journals are published by Indiana University Press. The editorial board and team is listed below for each journal.

In collaboration with Turk Kizilay, Zakat Foundation Institute, Zakat Foundation of America, and World Congress of Muslim Philanthropy. 

MPI 2024 Symposium Application

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