Say the word “Islam” in Canada and the most familiar images that come to mind are of covered women, bearded men, and perhaps associations with various armed groups around the world, from the Taliban to Boko Haram. These images have been highlighted and repeated until they seem to be not only representative of the world’s 1.6 billion Muslims, but for some, defining.
A more accurate understanding of Muslim cultures
Now in its seventh year, a summer program at SFU takes on the challenge of delivering a more accurate understanding of the many different cultures and traditions that make up the Muslim world.
Expressions of Diversity: An Introduction to Muslim Cultures, is a non-credit program jointly offered by SFU’s Centre for the Comparative Study of Muslim Societies and Cultures (CCSMSC) and the Aga Khan University’s Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilizations, London, U.K. It will run from June 16–27, at SFU’s Vancouver campus at Harbour Centre.
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