In a country as diverse as Malaysia, living together peacefully requires more than simply accepting that differences exist. It requires understanding, mutual respect, continuous dialogue and, importantly, knowing how to navigate sensitive religious and cultural boundaries without compromising one’s own identity. This is where research led by Datin Paduka Professor Dr. Khadijah Binti Mohd Khambali @ Hambali of the Department of Usuluddin and Da’wah, Academy of Islamic Studies, Universiti...

In a vibrant, multi-ethnic country like Malaysia, multiculturalism is experienced every day, in food courts, workplaces, and neighbourhoods. Yet, inside the classroom, students often learn about religion in isolation. Islamic Education (Pendidikan Islam) in Malaysian secondary schools naturally focuses on core theological beliefs, worship, and moral ethics. But how well does it prepare young Muslims to navigate, respect, and coexist with neighbours of different faiths? Unfamiliarity and...

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