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Publications and Reports
1. Book of Abstract and Program of Event – International Conference on Zakat in Africa (2022)
📅 Published: March 12, 2022 📍 Location: Jos, Nigeria 📘 Publisher: Dawood Research Institute (DRI)
- This book contains:
- All abstracts of research papers presented during the conference.
- Brief biographies of all paper presenters.
- A detailed presentation schedule of the entire event.
The Dawood Research Institute proudly published the Book of Abstract and Program of Event for the International Conference titled “The Contemporary Practice of Zakat in Africa.” This groundbreaking conference brought together thought leaders, scholars, and practitioners from across the continent to examine the evolving landscape of Zakat practices.
The publication serves as a comprehensive guide and scholarly resource, offering insights into how Zakat is being adapted and implemented across different African communities today.
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Journal of Muslim Philanthropy in Africa – Maiden Issue (April 2025)
📅 Expected Publication: April 2025
🌍 Open Access | No Author Fees
🤝 In Collaboration With: Center for Muslim Philanthropy Initiative, Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, Indiana University.
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the Journal of Muslim Philanthropy in Africa, a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to high-quality research on philanthropic practices across Africa.
Highlights of the journal:
Scholarly articles from African and global authors.
Topics include Zakat, Waqf, community giving, Islamic social finance, and more.
100% open access – freely available to readers worldwide.
No publication fees – authors are supported by our partnership funding.
This journal will be a key reference point for anyone interested in the evolving role of philanthropy in African societies through the lens of Islamic values.
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Book of Abstract – Conference on Philanthropy and Educational Endowments (2024)
📅 Published: February 18, 2024
📍 Location: Kano, Nigeria
📘 Publisher: Dawood Research Institute (DRI)
This publication features the complete Book of Abstract for the 2024 international conference titled “Contemporary Practice of Philanthropy and Educational Endowments in Africa.” The event brought together over 100 researchers and practitioners focused on philanthropic mechanisms, waqf, and sustainable educational models within the African context.
Inside this volume, you will find:
Over 100 research abstracts from local and international scholars.
Thematic categorization for ease of reference.
A reference tool for scholars and institutions engaged in philanthropic studies in Africa.
This collection marks a significant step in documenting and understanding modern trends in African endowments and charity models.
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