The programs at Cordoba Initiative (CI) are designed to cultivate multi-cultural and multi-faith understanding across minds and borders. In the ten years since our founding, the necessity to strengthen the bridge between Islam and the West continues to prevail. Cordoba Initiative seeks to actively promote engagement through a myriad of programs, by reinforcing similarities and addressing differences.
What does Cordoba Initiative Do?
Thought
Advising policy makers and thought leaders on urgent Muslim-West issues
Bringing new perspectives to familiar debates
Providing expert knowledge of Islamic Law and other technical subjects for use in the public square
Action
Building a network of young Muslim leaders to lead the drive for change in future generations
Responding to Muslim-West crises
Advocating for human rights, including higher standards for the treatment of women
Outcomes
Raising the bar of Islamic governance in Muslim-majority countries
Changing perceptions of the other in both the Muslim World and the West
Fostering cooperation between governments, civil society organizations, media, academics and business leaders in the Muslim World and the West
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Media
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Video Highlights
What exactly is Imam Feisal doing on his trip to the Middle East? CNN's Randi Kaye reports. Watch video here
Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf's speech at Intersections. Watch video here
Mayor Bloomberg: "Dialogue Needs to Be Civil." Watch video here
NY Governor David Patterson: "Can't Force Center to Move." Watch video here
Family Member of 9/11 Victim Beautifully Explains Why The Intolerant Are Wrong. Watch video here
The programs at Cordoba Initiative (CI) are designed to cultivate multi-cultural and multi-faith understanding across minds and borders. In the ten years since our founding, the necessity to strengthen the bridge between Islam and the West continues to prevail. Cordoba Initiative seeks to actively promote engagement through a myriad of programs, by reinforcing similarities and addressing differences.
