Ibtikar Summit - Applications
Only Team-Leads or individual applicants need to fill out this application form
Timeline:
Application Deadline: Submit by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, February 17, 2025. Decisions will be emailed to Team Leads by Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
Selection & Kick-Off: 24 teams will be selected on February 19 and assigned one of four problem statements at the Kick-Off event on February 22 (midday). Teams will then develop solutions and pitch in Round 1 on February 23.
3️⃣ Finals & Prizes: The top 12 teams will advance to the final round on February 23 (EOD), judged by a new panel. The top 3 teams will win $5K in prizes:
🥇 1st place – $3,500
🥈 2nd place – $1,000
🥉 3rd place – $500
Problem Statement Descriptions:
Education and 'Ilm: Modern education often lacks Islamic values, leaving Muslim students disconnected. Traditional institutions struggle with outdated methods, despite Islam’s historical leadership in knowledge. There is a need for curriculums that merge Islamic ethics with academics, better teacher training, and global collaboration to create a spiritually enriching education system.
Shari’a Compliance Systems: Many Muslims struggle to align their daily lives, finance, and businesses with Islamic principles due to the lack of clear compliance systems. While Islamic finance has progressed, other sectors lag. Standardized frameworks, technological integration, and global cooperation are needed to ensure ethical, Shari’a-aligned solutions across industries.
News and Journalism: Muslims face misrepresentation and bias in mainstream media, which often lacks Islamic values of truth and fairness. Faith-based journalism is needed to combat misinformation, amplify Muslim voices, and establish ethical reporting standards that align with Islamic ethics.
Sustainable Resource Management: Despite Islam’s emphasis on environmental stewardship, modern Muslim societies face sustainability challenges. There is a need to raise awareness, develop eco-friendly innovations, engage youth, and use Islamic financial models to promote responsible resource management in line with Islamic teachings.
Donors
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