Our Centres

Specialised centres fostering independent scholarship on Sharīʿa, theology, and contemporary issues.

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Al-Mahdi Institute (AMI) hosts specialised centres that bring scholars together to deliberate on Sharia, theology, and contemporary issues, offering guidance to communities and training for scholars. While AMI supports these initiatives, their views are independent and do not necessarily reflect AMI’s non-doctrinal approach to Islamic research.

Centre for Intra-Muslim Studies (CIMS)

CIMS fosters mutual understanding and dialogue among Muslims, particularly between Sunni and Shiʿa scholars, addressing historical and theological differences through critical engagement and collegiality. Established in 2015, it hosts regular meetings to discuss contentious issues, producing resources for reconciliation and unity.

International Centre for Collective Ijtihad (ICCI)

ICCI derives Sharia regulations through collective ijtihad, involving mujtahids and experts to tackle modern challenges in fields like medicine and technology. It publishes guidance statements with detailed justifications, empowering informed decision-making in Muslim communities.

Centre for Islamic Decrees and Doctrines (DIA)

DIA provides unified Sharia-based answers to contemporary issues by collaborating with scholars from the five major Islamic schools (Shāfiʿī, Mālikī, Ḥanafī, Ḥanbalī, and Jaʿfarī). It issues collective decrees on topics like fasting, banking, and organ donation, promoting cross-sectarian harmony.

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Impact and Collaboration

These centres play a crucial role in connecting AMI’s academic research with community needs, offering practical guidance on Sharia and theology while facilitating continual training for scholars. By convening experts from diverse traditions, they address shared challenges, promote unity, and ensure Islamic thought remains relevant to modern life. AMI serves as a neutral platform, supporting these initiatives to bridge scholarship and practical application.