ScholarWorks | Empowering Communities: The Transformative Potential and Practices of Zakat in the Contemporary United States – Insights from Scholars, Theologians, Practitioners, and Community Leaders

Friday February 28, 2025

ScholarWorks | Empowering Communities: The Transformative Potential and Practices of Zakat in the Contemporary United States – Insights from Scholars, Theologians, Practitioners, and Community Leaders

 

Islamic Relief USA & MPI hosted the Zakat Symposium (Nov. 18–19, 2024, Alexandria, VA), convening scholars under Chatham House Rules to discuss U.S. zakat distribution debates, including recipient eligibility for non-Muslims. A white paper outlines six key insights to foster consensus.

 

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