Logo

Publications

Other Reports

Platform 2024 Special Edition

  • 11/04/2025


Throughout 2024, The Platform: Current Muslim Affairs offered analyses and interviews covering key themes such as higher education, migration, media, civil society, and science and technology in Muslim societies. In addition to covering major topics, The Platform has closely monitored and highlighted contemporary issues, including boycott movements and South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, as well as Türkiye's effort to normalize with the Assad regime and women's rights discourse in the U.S. elections.    The Platform has also featured interviews with influential Muslim figures, Muhammad Jalal and Issa Amro discussing topics like social media visibility for Muslims and Palestinian resistance. While a conversation with Muhammad Mussa from CAGE International highlighted the 9/11 "War on Terror" policies and its implications for Muslims regarding human rights violations, the interview with Fowzia Siddiqui on the Free Aafia Movement shed light on ongoing injustices.   We are pleased to present The Platform: Current Muslim Affairs 2024, which provides in-depth analyses of the developments and challenges faced by Muslim societies around the world over the past year. Our goal is to offer a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the relationship between the local realities of Muslim communities and global dynamics. We envision the project as an essential resource in pursuing a more just world order. We hope that readers find it valuable and that it inspires meaningful discussions among those interested in these important issues. Throughout 2024, The Platform: Current Muslim Affairs offered analyses and interviews covering key themes such as higher education, migration, media, civil society, and science and technology in Muslim societies. In addition to covering major topics, The Platform has closely monitored and highlighted contemporary issues, including boycott movements and South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, as well as Türkiye's effort to normalize with the Assad regime and women's rights discourse in the U.S. elections.  The Platform has also featured interviews with influential Muslim figures, Muhammad Jalal and Issa Amro discussing topics like social media visibility for Muslims and Palestinian resistance. While a conversation with Muhammad Mussa from CAGE International highlighted the 9/11 "War on Terror" policies and its implications for Muslims regarding human rights violations, the interview with Fowzia Siddiqui on the Free Aafia Movement shed light on ongoing injustices. We are pleased to present The Platform: Current Muslim Affairs 2024, which provides in-depth analyses of the developments and challenges faced by Muslim societies around the world over the past year. Our goal is to offer a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the relationship between the local realities of Muslim communities and global dynamics. We envision the project as an essential resource in pursuing a more just world order. We hope that readers find it valuable and that it inspires meaningful discussions among those interested in these important issues.

Analysis Reports

Bangladesh’s July Revolution: A Youth-Driven Paradigm Shift in Nation-Building

  • 09/04/2025


The July Revolution of 2024 represents a critical point in the political history of Bangladesh, being referred to by many as the nation’s “second independence.” Unlike previous movements primarily initiated by traditional political factions, this revolution was driven by the youth, particularly student activists who mobilized a nationwide movement opposing the government. The uprising, which originated from the Anti-Discrimination Students’ Movement, ultimately resulted in the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year authoritarian rule, thereby facilitating the establishment of an interim government focused on democratic renewal and institutional reforms.   In this analysis report, Abdullah al-Mamun examines the fundamental causes of the revolution, highlighting the deterioration of democratic principles, pervasive corruption, and widespread human rights violations that reinforce public dissatisfaction. Furthermore, he investigates the evolution of the movement—from its inception as a protest against discriminatory policies to its development into a comprehensive demand for regime change. The author also discusses the involvement of international actors, the reactions of regional powers, and the broader implications of Bangladesh’s changing political landscape. The July Revolution of 2024 represents a critical point in the political history of Bangladesh, being referred to by many as the nation’s “second independence.” Unlike previous movements primarily initiated by traditional political factions, this revolution was driven by the youth, particularly student activists who mobilized a nationwide movement opposing the government. The uprising, which originated from the Anti-Discrimination Students’ Movement, ultimately resulted in the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year authoritarian rule, thereby facilitating the establishment of an interim government focused on democratic renewal and institutional reforms. In this analysis report, Abdullah al-Mamun examines the fundamental causes of the revolution, highlighting the deterioration of democratic principles, pervasive corruption, and widespread human rights violations that reinforce public dissatisfaction. Furthermore, he investigates the evolution of the movement—from its inception as a protest against discriminatory policies to its development into a comprehensive demand for regime change. The author also discusses the involvement of international actors, the reactions of regional powers, and the broader implications of Bangladesh’s changing political landscape.

Research Reports

Boycot from Financial, Social, and Fiqh Perspectives

  • 12/02/2025

Key Topics Covered in the Report:
The rising boycott movements against Israel's ongoing occupation policies in Palestine have emerged as a strategic tool influencing the global economy, rather than merely an individual consumer choice. The report titled "Boycott from Financial, Social, and Fiqh Perspectives", prepared by the Islamic Economics Research Center (İKAM) under İLKE Foundation, examines the economic, social, and fiqh dimensions of boycotts in detail. The report explores the impact of boycott movements on financial markets and corporate balance sheets, their implications for global trade, and their evaluation from an Islamic legal perspective. Among the key sections are analyses of how boycott movements in Turkey affect large-scale companies and sectoral assessments. ✔️ Global boycott movements and their economic impacts✔️ The role of boycotts in Islamic history and their fiqh evaluation✔️ Public perception of boycotts in Turkey and participation dynamics✔️ Analyses on the impact of boycotts on company sales✔️ Boycott evaluation through financial data and stock performance This comprehensive study details how boycotts can be used as an economic force and outlines the necessary steps to transform them into a sustainable long-term strategy. The rising boycott movements against Israel's ongoing occupation policies in Palestine have emerged as a strategic tool influencing the global economy, rather than merely an individual consumer choice. The report titled "Boycott from Financial, Social, and Fiqh Perspectives", prepared by the Islamic Economics Research Center (İKAM) under İLKE Foundation, examines the economic, social, and fiqh dimensions of boycotts in detail. The report explores the impact of boycott movements on financial markets and corporate balance sheets, their implications for global trade, and their evaluation from an Islamic legal perspective. Among the key sections are analyses of how boycott movements in Turkey affect large-scale companies and sectoral assessments. Key Topics Covered in the Report: ✔️ Global boycott movements and their economic impacts ✔️ The role of boycotts in Islamic history and their fiqh evaluation ✔️ Public perception of boycotts in Turkey and participation dynamics ✔️ Analyses on the impact of boycotts on company sales ✔️ Boycott evaluation through financial data and stock performance This comprehensive study details how boycotts can be used as an economic force and outlines the necessary steps to transform them into a sustainable long-term strategy.

Other Reports

Platform Muslim World Agenda 2024

  • 31/01/2025


Across a vast geography stretching from the Middle East to the Balkans and from Europe to Asia, the agenda of Muslim-majority and minority societies is rapidly evolving and diversifying. From the economy to the climate crisis, from international law to culture and the arts, numerous issues shape the social, economic, and political dynamics of these societies. As these changes unfold, the need for a platform to understand and discuss their direction is becoming increasingly essential. To address this need, the Thought and Movements in Muslim Societies Project was launched in 2021 under the İLKE Foundation. Between 2021 and 2023, this project produced the Intellectual Contributions from the Muslim World Bulletin, which presented the agenda of Muslim societies in a monthly publication. In 2023, the project took on a new digital form under the title "Platform: The Muslim World Agenda", continuing its mission and vision with renewed vigor. Throughout 2024, Platform has featured various analyses and interviews, adopting a country- and region-focused approach while considering contemporary dynamics and relationships. We are pleased to present Platform: The Muslim World Agenda 2024, a selection of key analyses from the past year, addressing developments and challenges faced by Muslim communities worldwide under various thematic perspectives. With Platform, we aim to provide a unique and comprehensive understanding of the current Muslim agenda in relation to the broader global landscape. We strive to make this initiative a part of the efforts toward a more just world order. We hope this selection will be beneficial to our readers and contribute meaningfully to those interested in the subject. Across a vast geography stretching from the Middle East to the Balkans and from Europe to Asia, the agenda of Muslim-majority and minority societies is rapidly evolving and diversifying. From the economy to the climate crisis, from international law to culture and the arts, numerous issues shape the social, economic, and political dynamics of these societies. As these changes unfold, the need for a platform to understand and discuss their direction is becoming increasingly essential. To address this need, the Thought and Movements in Muslim Societies Project was launched in 2021 under the İLKE Foundation. Between 2021 and 2023, this project produced the Intellectual Contributions from the Muslim World Bulletin, which presented the agenda of Muslim societies in a monthly publication. In 2023, the project took on a new digital form under the title "Platform: The Muslim World Agenda", continuing its mission and vision with renewed vigor. Throughout 2024, Platform has featured various analyses and interviews, adopting a country- and region-focused approach while considering contemporary dynamics and relationships. We are pleased to present Platform: The Muslim World Agenda 2024, a selection of key analyses from the past year, addressing developments and challenges faced by Muslim communities worldwide under various thematic perspectives. With Platform, we aim to provide a unique and comprehensive understanding of the current Muslim agenda in relation to the broader global landscape. We strive to make this initiative a part of the efforts toward a more just world order. We hope this selection will be beneficial to our readers and contribute meaningfully to those interested in the subject.

Policy Briefs

The Role of Civil Society Organizations in Sustainable Development

  • 30/01/2025


As the impact of global environmental issues continues to grow, ensuring a balance between the environment and life places significant responsibilities on governments, businesses, and even individuals. Civil society organizations (CSOs) that take responsibility in the fight against global environmental issues not only act as key players but also work to connect different stakeholders, expanding their sphere of influence day by day. In parallel with international environmental CSOs striving to build a culture of sustainability, the participation of environmental and other CSOs in Turkey in environmental practices and their collaboration in achieving the goals necessary for sustainable development are emphasized. Additionally, the need for CSOs to address their shortcomings in internationalization and undergo necessary transformations to integrate into global cooperation efforts is highlighted. Recognizing the importance of considering CSOs in terms of green organization and green human resource management, this study offers recommendations to both CSOs and policymakers to enhance the impact of CSOs in sustainable development and expand their frameworks. As the impact of global environmental issues continues to grow, ensuring a balance between the environment and life places significant responsibilities on governments, businesses, and even individuals. Civil society organizations (CSOs) that take responsibility in the fight against global environmental issues not only act as key players but also work to connect different stakeholders, expanding their sphere of influence day by day. In parallel with international environmental CSOs striving to build a culture of sustainability, the participation of environmental and other CSOs in Turkey in environmental practices and their collaboration in achieving the goals necessary for sustainable development are emphasized. Additionally, the need for CSOs to address their shortcomings in internationalization and undergo necessary transformations to integrate into global cooperation efforts is highlighted. Recognizing the importance of considering CSOs in terms of green organization and green human resource management, this study offers recommendations to both CSOs and policymakers to enhance the impact of CSOs in sustainable development and expand their frameworks. As the impact of global environmental issues continues to grow, ensuring a balance between the environment and life places significant responsibilities on governments, businesses, and even individuals. Civil society organizations (CSOs) that take responsibility in the fight against global environmental issues not only act as key players but also work to connect different stakeholders, expanding their sphere of influence day by day.In parallel with international environmental CSOs striving to build a culture of sustainability, the participation of environmental and other CSOs in Turkey in environmental practices and their collaboration in achieving the goals necessary for sustainable development are emphasized. Additionally, the need for CSOs to address their shortcomings in internationalization and undergo necessary transformations to integrate into global cooperation efforts is highlighted.Recognizing the importance of considering CSOs in terms of green organization and green human resource management, this study offers recommendations to both CSOs and policymakers to enhance the impact of CSOs in sustainable development and expand their frameworks. As the impact of global environmental issues continues to grow, ensuring a balance between the environment and life places significant responsibilities on governments, businesses, and even individuals. Civil society organizations (CSOs) that take responsibility in the fight against global environmental issues not only act as key players but also work to connect different stakeholders, expanding their sphere of influence day by day.In parallel with international environmental CSOs striving to build a culture of sustainability, the participation of environmental and other CSOs in Turkey in environmental practices and their collaboration in achieving the goals necessary for sustainable development are emphasized. Additionally, the need for CSOs to address their shortcomings in internationalization and undergo necessary transformations to integrate into global cooperation efforts is highlighted.Recognizing the importance of considering CSOs in terms of green organization and green human resource management, this study offers recommendations to both CSOs and policymakers to enhance the impact of CSOs in sustainable development and expand their frameworks. As the impact of global environmental issues continues to grow, ensuring a balance between the environment and life places significant responsibilities on governments, businesses, and even individuals. Civil society organizations (CSOs) that take responsibility in the fight against global environmental issues not only act as key players but also work to connect different stakeholders, expanding their sphere of influence day by day.In parallel with international environmental CSOs striving to build a culture of sustainability, the participation of environmental and other CSOs in Turkey in environmental practices and their collaboration in achieving the goals necessary for sustainable development are emphasized. Additionally, the need for CSOs to address their shortcomings in internationalization and undergo necessary transformations to integrate into global cooperation efforts is highlighted.Recognizing the importance of considering CSOs in terms of green organization and green human resource management, this study offers recommendations to both CSOs and policymakers to enhance the impact of CSOs in sustainable development and expand their frameworks. As the impact of global environmental issues continues to grow, ensuring a balance between the environment and life places significant responsibilities on governments, businesses, and even individuals. Civil society organizations (CSOs) that take responsibility in the fight against global environmental issues not only act as key players but also work to connect different stakeholders, expanding their sphere of influence day by day.In parallel with international environmental CSOs striving to build a culture of sustainability, the participation of environmental and other CSOs in Turkey in environmental practices and their collaboration in achieving the goals necessary for sustainable development are emphasized. Additionally, the need for CSOs to address their shortcomings in internationalization and undergo necessary transformations to integrate into global cooperation efforts is highlighted.Recognizing the importance of considering CSOs in terms of green organization and green human resource management, this study offers recommendations to both CSOs and policymakers to enhance the impact of CSOs in sustainable development and expand their frameworks.

Most Read Publications

The Role of Civil Society Organizations in Sustainable Development
  • 30/01/2025
International Student Mobility: Current Status and Recommendations
  • 21/05/2024
The Outlook of Palestine: Palestinian Society in Data Report - Arabic Vers.
  • 10/01/2025
İLKE Activity Report 2024
  • 30/01/2025

Popular Tags