The Islamophobia Research Hub events bring together scholars, community leaders, activists, and students to engage in meaningful dialogue, share insights, and foster action against Islamophobia in all its forms.
Through public lectures, workshops, panel discussions, and community events, we aim to bridge the gap between research and real-world change. Sign up for our email list to stay up to date with how we’re creating spaces for education, collaboration and advocacy.
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Upcoming Events
Beyond the Script: A Teach-In Against Islamophobia
Thursday, 29 January 2026 | 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. | York University
The Islamophobia Research Hub at York University is hosting its first student teach-in—A Day of remembrance and Action—which is aimed at addressing the pressing issues of Islamophobia, particularly with academic environment like this institution. As we commemorate the ninth anniversary of the tragic Québec City Mosque attack, this teach-in seeks to not only honor the lives lost but also to catalyze meaningful dialogue and action against Islamophobia. The teach-in emphasizes the importance of collective remembrance, urging participants to transform their reflections into concrete actions that promote inclusivity and combat discrimination. By foster a collaborative atmosphere, it encourages students, community leaders and faculty members to co-create knowledge and develop effective strategies to address Islamophobia, thereby building long-term relationships with various student groups and organizations.
The program’s structure includes a teach-in that explores the intersections of humanity, justice, and activism through a spiritual lens, it poses questions about how spirituality can enhance activism within the context of Islam and how students can leverage their religious beliefs to advocate for justice in academic settings that many not have been designed with their needs in mind, this teach-in aims to transcend traditional education frameworks by reflecting on the Québec mosque attack and honoring its victims while simultaneously addressing broader themes of justice and anti-islamophobia. This event serves as a platform for students to engage in discussions that lead to actionable solutions, ensuring that the memory of those lost translates into a commitment to a future free from discrimination The panel features a diverse group of speakers, each bringing unique perspectives and lived experiences to the conversation.
Register at this link by Monday, 26 January 2026.
Presented with support from the Robarts Centre for Canadian Studies and the York Centre for Asian Research.
Canadian launch of Black Muslim Refugee by Maxamed Abumaye
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 | 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.| Room 321, Third Floor, York Lanes, Keele Campus, York University
The The Harriet Tubman Institute, the Islamophobia Research Hub at York University, and the Critical Refugee and Migration Studies Canada are hosting the Canadian launch of Dr. Maxamed Abumaye’s recently published book, Black Muslim Refugee: Militarism, Policing, and Somali American Resistance to State Violence (University of California Press, 2025). Dr. Abumaye’s work makes a significant and timely contribution to research on Black Studies, critical refugee studies, Islamophobia, policing, and state violence. For more information: tubman@yorku.ca