The study set out to explore the real meaning of Shari’a to ordinary Americans Muslims by talking to them about how they understood the role of Shari’a in their everyday lives.The report looks at the issue of Sharia law and the use of sharia law by American Muslims through the lens of Muslim divorce, one of the key areas in which sharia is consulted. ... » read more

The objective of the study is to provide resources to the community for dealing with divorce on the community and family level. Author Julie Macfarlane addresses the shortcomings of the community and what support and services counselors and community leaders can provide in times of marital crisis. ... » read more

ISPU Fellow H.A. Hellyer covers the latest review of the UK's 'Prevent' counterterrorism strategy, established in 2006 to prevent indigenous Muslims from embracing violent extremism, essentially through community engagement. ... » read more

Strikingly absent from the discourse about Bahrain’s ongoing pro-democracy movement are the non-sectarian grounds upon which the calls for democracy are based. A closer look at the recent demonstrations indicates that the movement’s impetus is the Bahrainis’ desire for universal social, economic, and political rights irrespective of religious sect. ... » read more

The Islamic values and cultural practices of American Muslims can play a role in community health disparities by influencing health behaviors and healthcare-seeking patterns and presenting challenges within the healthcare system. ... » read more