Understanding Islam
September 21st, 2005
The Peacebuilding and Development Institute of American University is hosting a training on “Understanding Islam,” a two day seminar (Nov 4/5) on the tenets and concepts of Islamic society. This training workshop is meant for professionals, academics, and others traveling or working in Islamic societies, or those interested in learning more about Islam.
Seminars include: Basic Tenets of the Faith, Do’s and Don’ts in Islamic Society, Political Movements and Islam, Islam and the West, Islam in America, and Women in Islam. There will also be breakout sessions and an optional evening film.
The first day of the workshop November 4, begins at 8am and ends at 7pm. The second day, November 5, begins at 8am and the closing remarks are at 4:30pm. It will be held at American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 20016.
Fees:
$400 Full registration, both days, includes lunch both days and coffee breaks
$350 Begins at luncheon speaker on first day, includes lunch both days and coffee breaks
$250 One day, includes lunch and coffee breaks of one day
The event website (http://www.imi.american.edu/islam.htm) includes the schedule for both days, a list of speakers, and registration information.