the 500 most influential muslims - The Royal Islamic Strategic ...

Philanthropy p.135
These philanthropists have used their wealth and goodwill towards affecting the
world through their charitable giving across the globe, thereby alleviating the key
crises of the day.
Development p.137
These organizers have dedicated their lives to civic engagement, community work,
activism and conflict resolution to influence communities through policy change,
governance, and pushing for sustainable development.
Science and Technology p.148
Scientific and technological innovation is key to the impact of these leaders who
influence the world.
Arts and Culture p.150
These are artists and cultural ambassadors whose work is part of the daily life of
people throughout the globe.
Qur’an Reciters p.156
The recitation of Qur’an is a special art that is valued by Muslim communities
across the world. The word Qur’an literally means ‘the recitation’ referring to
its origins as an oral text. These are the 10 most popular Qur’an reciters among
different communities around the world.
Media p.158
In an age of impulsive news and innovative media, these personalities have garnered
influence from their control of media organizations or popularity as commentators
on life.
Radicals p.163
These infamous individuals have incredible influence on vast amounts of people—
often cited for heinous acts and controversial statements made from their platforms
of authority.
International Islamic Networks p.165
These leading movements in the Muslim world command a huge following and the
individuals leading them are globally significant for their ability to affect change
on an institutional level.
Issues of the Day p.167
The past year has witnessed several global crises and major events, from economic
recession, and environmental concerns to the election of Barack Obama. These are
the key figures that have influence on these issues.
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