Identity and Terror in Western European Muslim Diaspora

The increasing trend of extremism among the Muslim diaspora youth and its role in terrorism lure great interest in the Western World. Researches and area surveys clearly demonstrate that terrorism and radicalization find more advocates among the Muslim youths compared to their parents’ time. We should accept that it is really difficult to understand this…

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Mosque’s 1st female leader tackles stereotypes

A mosque in Toledo has elected a female president, Salmenna Sediqe, the first women in its thirty-year history to hold such a position. Mrs. Sediqe does not view her election as a landmark, but says the election may help change some negative stereotypes among non-Muslims.

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Islam in Europe at NYPL

ISLAM IN EUROPE—Insult: Fractured States? is a three-evening symposium on June 9, 10, and 11 that gathers prominent, cross-sector speakers from diverse disciplines and the Muslim diaspora to share country-specific perspectives on Muslim communities’ integration in European society and address related topical issues for citizens of a multi-cultural world. In five events, ISLAM IN EUROPE…

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