in Knowledge & Development
OIC · ICESCO · ICYF · Awqaf SA (National Awqaf Foundation of South Africa) · IOFS (Islamic Organization for Food Security) · FOMWAN (Federation of Muslim Women's Associations in Nigeria) · UNA (Union of OIC News Agencies) · FUIW (Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World)
Guiding This Conference
H.E. Dr. Ahmad Kawesa Sengendo
Patron-in-Chief of the Conference
Assistant Secretary-General of OIC for Economic Affairs.
H.E. Dr. Safi Kaskas
Conference President
President of the International Qur'an Research Association (IQRA').
H.E. Ambassador Khalid Fathalrahman
Conference Host Representative
Director of the Center for Civilizational Dialogue, ICESCO.
Mr. Zain Malik
Conference Coordinator
Corporate Secretary of the International Qur'an Research Association (IQRA').
Understanding the critical moment that makes this conference essential — and the vision driving it forward.
Why This Conference,
Why Now
The International Qur'an Research Association (IQRA') is organizing this Global Conference building on the success of its 2025 Conference and its resulting declaration on civilizational renewal.
In an era defined by rapid advancements in AI, digital technologies, and global connectivity, the Muslim world stands at a critical-juncture — to move from being passive consumers of technology to active contributors shaping its ethical and developmental trajectory.
AI must b- engaged — but how to adopt and adapt is the real question this rapidly developing technology poses to the Muslim Ummah.
A New Civilizational
Renaissance
Muslim societies stand at a critical juncture where challenges can be transformed into opportunities. This conference seeks to catalyze a new civilizational renaissance in Islamic contributions to global progress.
Through strategic collaboration among scholars, experts, leaders, and innovators, we aim to forge practical pathways for turning current challenges into future -trengths — rooted in STEM principles and Qur'anic ethical frameworks.
This conference positions Qur'anic ethical principles as a guiding framework for human-centered technological development, with a focus on food security, sustainable agriculture, economic development, and equitable growth.
Technological Frontiers
Food Security & Agriculture
AI for sustainable agriculture and climate resilience across OIC states.
Industrial Development in Africa
Empowering economies to leverage AI for manufacturing and growth.
Inclusive Growth & Digital Transformation
Digital economies, equitable access, and economic empowerment.
Human Dignity & Justice
Innovation aligned with dignity, justice, and ethical responsibility.
The conference aims to drive meaningful, actionable outcomes that shape the future of technology, ethics, and development in the Islamic world.
Qur'an-Centered AI Ethics
Develop a Qur'an-centered ethical framework for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
Human-Centric Innovation
Promote human-centric innovation aligned with Islamic principles and values.
Global Collaboration
Strengthen collaboration among OIC, ICESCO, UN agencies, and global institutions.
Sustainable Agriculture
Encourage the use of AI for sustainable agriculture and food systems across member states.
Economic Empowerment
Empower developing economies, especially in Africa, to leverage AI for value-added economic growth.
Policy Dialogue
Facilitate policy dialogue between scholars, technologists, and policymakers.
STEAM Education
Coordinate academic collaboration across Islamic world institutions at the nexus of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
Not Just Discussion.
This conference produces deliverables that shape policy, build partnerships, and set ethical direction for AI across the Muslim world.
Global Declaration on Ethical AI
A declaration on ethical AI and human-centered development.
Policy Recommendations
For AI-driven agriculture and food security.
Economic Framework
Technology-enabled growth for developing countries.
Strategic Partnerships
Between organizations, universities, and governments.
Global Network
Islamic perspectives on digital ethics and innovation.
One Declaration.
A hybrid international conference at ICESCO Headquarters, Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco.
Expected Output: A Framework for Ethical, Human-Centered AI Based on Qur'anic Principles.
Expected Output: The IQRA' 2026 Global Declaration on Ethical AI & Human-Centered Development.
Distinguished leaders, scholars, and institutions shaping the future of Qur'anic ethics, AI, and sustainable development.