Dr. Khalifa Al Dhaheri
Chancellor of Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities
- Emirati academic and researcher. Serves as Chancellor of Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities. Holds a PhD on countering the discourse of religious extremism in the UAE, and a Master’s degree in Islamic Studies.
- Has held many senior academic and scholarly posts throughout his career.
- Board member, TRENDS Research and Advisory.
- Visiting preacher at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi and Sheikh Khalifa Grand Mosque in Al Ain.
- Member of the Scientific Council at the College of Islamic Studies, University of Novi Pazar, Serbia.
- His research focuses on moderation, the advancement of Islamic studies, tolerance, human fraternity, and countering extremism. He has contributed to numerous international initiatives and conferences that promote dialogue between cultures, peacebuilding, and shared human values.
-Ph.D. in “Dismantling the Discourse of Religious Extremism in the UAE’s Experience – Curriculum and Initiative”
-Holds an MA in Islamic Studies