Delegation from the Republic of Mali Learns About Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities' Approach to Countering Extremism and Promoting Moderation
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29 October 2026

Delegation from the Republic of Mali Learns About Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities' Approach to Countering Extremism and Promoting Moderation

Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities welcomed a delegation from the Republic of Mali's Committee for Reflection on Challenges in the Religious Field to its Abu Dhabi campus. During the visit, the delegation learned about the university's academic and intellectual initiatives to counter extremism and hate speech, along with its programs that promote moderation, tolerance, and coexistence and its role in strengthening social peace.

Dr. Karima Al Mazrouei, Advisor to the Chancellor, received the delegation. Members were introduced to the university's academic and research programs in Islamic studies and the humanities and to its methods for addressing religious and intellectual challenges. They also learned about the university's efforts to prepare qualified professionals who can help spread a culture of moderation and counter extremist ideas.

 

The delegation also reviewed the university's work to break down extremist and hateful rhetoric through scholarly research and critical analysis. This work examines the social and cultural conditions that contribute to the rise and spread of extremist ideas, supporting the development of knowledge-based and preventive responses to these challenges.

 

The delegation commended the university's experience and its academic and research programs, as well as its contributions to addressing religious and intellectual challenges. Members emphasized the value of drawing on this experience to develop educational and knowledge-based approaches to these challenges.