From Controversies to Conversations
In this presentation, Meena Sharify-Funk explored how debates and misconceptions about Muslim women in North America have shaped public discourse and identity. Through case studies from Canada and the United States, she highlighted key controversies and offered deeper insight into the complex intersections of culture, faith, and belonging.
A Cinema of Resistance: Iranian Women Filmmakers
In this talk, Zahra Khosroshahi discussed her forthcoming book on Iranian women filmmakers as voices of resistance and dissent. Her talk examined how women’s filmmaking in Iran confronted gender and […]
Making Sense of the Book of Joshua: The Bible, the Qur’an and Genocide
In this thought-provoking talk, Nevin Reda explores the legacy of colonialism and genocide in Canada through the lens of scripture and theology. Engaging with the findings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, she examines how Qur’an-inspired, Islamic feminist perspectives can offer fresh insights into problematic Biblical narratives. The talk highlights pathways toward reconciliation, ethical coexistence, and spiritual growth grounded in justice and respect for diverse communities.
Why Do So Many of Our Leaders Fail? Islamic Feminist Perspectives on Secularism, Democracy, and the Model of the Queen of Sheba
This lecture explores the concept of leadership through a Qur’anic lens, examining themes such as secularism, democracy, and responsible governance. Drawing on foundational Islamic principles, it reflects on the separation of religion and state, and highlights the Queen of Sheba as a model of inclusive, consultative, and ethical leadership. It also connects these ideas to the Canadian Sharia debates and CCMW’s role in shaping these important discussions.
Contesting Islam, Constructing Race and Sexuality: The Inordinate Desire of the West
Sunera Thobani examines how Islam is foundational to the formation of Western identity at critical points in its history, including the Crusades, the Reconquista and the colonial period.