Successful Forum Conclusion: The Forum for Graduates of Higher Education Institutions in Nairobi concluded with over 300 participants, including academics and Islamic scholars from Saudi universities, praising Saudi Arabia's educational contributions.
Recognition of Saudi Efforts: The forum highlighted Saudi Arabia's commitment to supporting Kenyan students and emphasized its role in promoting Islamic values of moderation and tolerance.
Key Recommendations: Participants recommended establishing a center to counteract misrepresentation of Islam and called for stronger international cooperation between Saudi universities and their global graduates.
Nairobi, August 29, 2024
The Forum for Graduates of Higher Education Institutions came to a successful close today in Nairobi, Kenya. This significant event saw the gathering of over 300 esteemed academics, researchers, and Islamic scholars who are graduates of Saudi universities.
The forum, a collaborative effort organized by the Islamic University of Madinah in partnership with Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University and Umm Al-Qura University, celebrated the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's substantial contributions to education. Attendees commended the Kingdom for its unwavering commitment to supporting students from Kenya, highlighting the depth of care and resources dedicated to their academic and personal development.
In the closing statement, participants lauded the role of the Saudi Ministry of Education and the involved universities for their meticulous organization of the forum. They emphasized how the forum enriched participants with valuable discussions and insights. The Kingdom's dedication to promoting the core values of Islam—moderation and tolerance—was also acknowledged.
A key recommendation from the forum was the establishment of a specialized center dedicated to collecting and analyzing data that misrepresents or distorts Islam and its civilization. This initiative is proposed to be coordinated with relevant authorities to ensure accurate representation of Islamic teachings.
The forum underscored the critical importance of fostering international communication and collaboration among Saudi university graduates, particularly those in educational leadership roles. Strengthening these connections is seen as vital for enhancing the ongoing relationship between Saudi universities and their global alumni.
