Mission
The Islam in Africa Studies Group (IASG) is an independent professional society established in the United States that is open to all scholars of Islam in Africa, from any nation, academic discipline and/or professional interest.
The specific aims of the organization are the following:
- To promote scholarly research, both within and outside Africa, in all areas and disciplines of the social sciences and humanities relevant to Islam in Africa.
- To encourage international cooperation and facilitate the exchange of ideas and meaningful dialogue among persons engaged in research on Islam in Africa.
- To encourage the publication and dissemination of scholarly and artistic works as well as primary sources on Islam in Africa.
- To organize panels, symposia, and conferences on Islam in Africa at meetings of regional, national and international organizations.
- To provide the general public with information on issues of historical, cultural, and contemporary interest in Islam in Africa.