STREAMS Conference Explores 'Rethinking Islamic Studies for a Dynamic Global Landscape'

On October 28, 2024, the UIII Faculty of Islamic Studies hosted the Students’ Conference on Islam and Muslim Societies (STREAMS), under the theme “Rethinking Islamic Studies for a Dynamic Global Landscape.” This annual conference aimed to provide a vital platform for post-graduate students to showcase their research and engage in meaningful discourse with peers and experts. 

This year, the conference featured 29 presenters with a range of paper topics, divided into six particular panels, namely Islamic Classical Discourse; Religion and Environmental Issues; Islam, Gender, and Inclusivity; Muslim Societies and Culture; Islamic Law, Human Rights, and Ethics; and Islam and Politics. The presenters coming from both Indonesia and abroad. 

The conference featured two distinguished keynote speakers. The first speaker Dr. M. Falikul Isbah from Gadjah Mada University presented on “Contextualizing Islamic Studies in Contemporary Global Issues.” A graduate of University of New South Wales, Dr. Isbah’s presentation emphasized the relevance of Islamic studies in addressing pressing global challenges. He particularly discussed how Islamic perspectives can contribute to discourses on issues such as climate change, economic inequality, and social justice. 

The second speaker, Dr. Inaya Rakhmani, Director of the Asia Research Center at the University of Indonesia, discussed “The Floating Ummah”. In her presentation, she explained "floating ummah" as a potent cultural resource, describing it as a collective identity that transcends class boundaries and resonates with a shared sense of purpose. She emphasized that the floating ummah serves as a "language of power," mobilizing diverse aspirations for equality and justice among both lower and upper-class communities. 

Overall, the STREAMS conference was not only a scholarly event but also an opportunity for participants to expand their networks and exchange ideas on the latest research trends. By fostering an environment where new insights could emerge in response to the dynamic global landscape, STREAMS promised to be a significant event for aspiring scholars in Islamic studies, contributing to a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Muslim societies.

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