Within the framework of its participation in a academic conference held at the University of Michiganthe Rector of the Al-Andalusia Islamic University of Spain, Sh. Mohammad Idrissiwas invited to visit the campus of the Miftah Instituteone of the leading institutions in the United States in the field of training and accompaniment of the Muslim community.

Sharing experiences from different contexts

The visit provided a first-hand look at the Miftah Institute's educational project and its focus on teaching of Islamic sciences in the North American context. The meeting took place in a close and cordial environmentThe project was designed to promote the exchange of experiences among institutions that, although located in different countries, are different geographical and social realitiesshare a common concern: to offer a solid Islamic education, aware of the environment and committed to the community..

During the conversation, issues related to the teachingthe training of community leaders and the design of academic programs able to respond to the current challenges facing Muslim communities in the West.

Building bridges, opening roads

In addition to the specific aspects discussed, the meeting served to identify affinities in the understanding of Islamic educationeducation that combines academic rigor, balance and a deep attention to the social context in which it is developed.

The visit left open possible avenues of collaboration that can be progressively explored in the future. These types of meetings reinforce the importance of creating spaces of trust between institutionswhere dialogue and mutual understanding lay the groundwork for shared projects.

From Al-AndalusiaWe understand these visits to be part of a patient and continuous work of academic and community connectionconvinced that the exchange of experiences enriches the Islamic and Islamic training and strengthens ties between communities on both sides of the Atlantic.