Systemic Islamophobia in Canada

Systemic Islamophobia in Canada
Author: Anver M. Emon
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2023-04-28
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 148754913X

Systemic Islamophobia in Canada presents critical perspectives on systemic Islamophobia in Canadian politics, law, and society, and maps areas for future research and inquiry. The authors consist of both scholars and professionals who encounter in the ordinary course of their work the – sometimes banal, sometimes surprising – operation of systemic Islamophobia. Centring the lived realities of Muslims primarily in Canada, but internationally as well, the contributors identify the limits of democratic accountability in the operation of our shared institutions of government. Intended as a guide, the volume identifies important points of consideration that have systemic implications for whether, how, and under what conditions Islamophobia is enabled and perpetuated, and in some cases even rendered respectable policy or bureaucratic practice in Canada. Ultimately, Systemic Islamophobia in Canada identifies a range of systemically Islamophobic sites in Canada to guide citizens and policymakers in fulfilling the promise of an inclusive democratic Canada.

Systemic Islamophobia in Canada

Systemic Islamophobia in Canada
Author: Anver M. Emon
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023
Genre: Canada
ISBN: 9781487547738

"Systemic Islamophobia in Canada presents critical perspectives on systemic Islamophobia in Canadian politics, law, and society, and maps areas for future research and inquiry. Authors consist of both scholars and professionals who encounter in the ordinary course of their work the--sometimes banal, sometimes surprising--operation of systemic Islamophobia. Centering the lived realities of Muslims chiefly in Canada, but internationally as well, the contributors identify the limits of democratic accountability in the operation of our shared institutions of government. Intended as a guide, the volume identifies important points of consideration that have systemic implications for whether, how, and under what conditions Islamophobia is enabled and perpetuated, and in some cases even rendered respectable policy or bureaucratic practice in Canada. The essays are designed as gestures to future researchers on Islam and Muslims in Canada who may take the introduction as inspiration for their own research. Ultimately, Systemic Islamophobia in Canada identifies a range of systemically Islamophobic sites in Canada to guide tomorrow's researchers and policy makers in fulfilling the promise of an inclusive democratic Canada."--

The Cost of Hate

The Cost of Hate
Author: Larisa Vedzizhev
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-05-06
Genre:
ISBN:

"The Cost of Hate: The True Consequences of Systemic Islamophobia in Canada" is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the impact of systemic Islamophobia on Canadian society. Through in-depth research and personal interviews with Canadian Muslims, this book sheds light on the devastating consequences of discrimination and hate towards one of the country's largest religious minorities. From increased surveillance and racial profiling to limited employment opportunities and social exclusion, the effects of systemic Islamophobia are far-reaching and have significant economic, social, and psychological costs. In "The Cost of Hate," readers will learn about the lived experiences of Canadian Muslims and the ways in which their lives have been impacted by discrimination and hate. The book also offers a compelling analysis of the role of media, politics, and public discourse in perpetuating Islamophobic attitudes and the urgent need for change at all levels of society. With its engaging narrative and insightful analysis, "The Cost of Hate" is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex and far-reaching effects of systemic Islamophobia in Canada. This book will challenge readers to confront their own biases and contribute to building a more just and inclusive society for all Canadians.

Taking Action Against Systemic Racism and Religious Discrimination Including Islamophobia

Taking Action Against Systemic Racism and Religious Discrimination Including Islamophobia
Author: Canada. Parlement. Chambre des communes. Comité permanent du patrimoine canadien
Publisher:
Total Pages: 117
Release: 2018
Genre: Canada
ISBN:

"This report is divided into three parts: 1) Introduction and overview of the context regarding systemic racism and religious discrimination in Canada, including the legal framework, existing initiatives and key terms; 2) Issues related to systemic racism and religious discrimination in Canada as raised by witnesses; and 3) What the federal government could do moving forward"--Introd. and overview, p. 8.

Racism and Anti-Racism in Canada

Racism and Anti-Racism in Canada
Author: David Este
Publisher: Fernwood Publishing
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2020-07-10T00:00:00Z
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1773633902

Multiculturalism is regarded as a key feature of Canada’s national identity. Yet despite an increasingly diverse population, racialized Canadians are systematically excluded from full participation in society through personal and structural forms of racism and discrimination. Race and Anti-Racism in Canada provides readers with a critical examination of how racism permeates Canadian society and articulates the complex ways to bring about equity and inclusion both individual and systemically.

Islamophobia

Islamophobia
Author: Naved Bakali
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 154
Release: 2016-11-25
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9463007792

The 9/11 terror attacks and the ensuing War on Terror have profoundly impacted Muslim communities across North America. Islamophobia: Understanding Anti-Muslim Racism through the Lived Experiences of Muslim Youth is a timely exploration of the experiences of young Canadian Muslims and the challenges they have encountered since 9/11. Through framing anti-Muslim racism, or ‘Islamophobia’, from a critical race perspective, Naved Bakali theorizes how racist treatment of Muslims in public and political spheres has been mediated through the War on Terror. Furthermore, he examines the lived experiences of Muslim youth as they navigate issues relating to race, gender, identity, and politics in their schools and broader society. This book uncovers systemic bias and racism experienced by Muslim youth in a climate that is increasingly becoming hostile towards Muslims. Ultimately, the findings detailed in this work suggest that anti-Muslim racism in the post-9/11 era is inextricably linked to the effects of the War on Terror in the North American context. Moreover, Islamophobia is also impacted by localized practices, policies, and nationalist debates. This book is a unique contribution to the field of anti-racism education as it examines systemic and institutionalized racism towards Muslims in Canadian secondary schools in the context of the War on Terror.

The Routledge International Handbook of Islamophobia

The Routledge International Handbook of Islamophobia
Author: Irene Zempi
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 430
Release: 2019-02-11
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1351135538

Islamophobic hate crimes have increased significantly following the terrorist attacks of 9/11 and 7/7. More recently, the rhetoric surrounding Trump’s election and presidency, Brexit, the rise of far-right groups and ISIS-inspired terrorist attacks worldwide have promoted a climate where Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiments have become ‘legitimised’. The Routledge International Handbook of Islamophobia provides a comprehensive single-volume collection of key readings in Islamophobia. Consisting of 32 chapters accessibly written by scholars, policy makers and practitioners, it seeks to examine the nature, extent, implications of, and responses to Islamophobic hate crime both nationally and internationally. This volume will appeal to undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as postdoctoral researchers interested in fields such as Criminology, Victimology, Sociology, Social Policy, Religious Studies, Law and related Social Sciences subjects. It will also appeal to scholars, policy makers and practitioners working in and around the areas of Islamophobic hate crimes.

The Colour of God

The Colour of God
Author: Ayesha S. Chaudhry
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2021-04-15
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1786079763

‘Engrossing.’ Monica Ali ‘Heartbreaking and really funny.’ Ross Gay ‘This book fell into my heart.’ Sabrina Mahfouz ‘The kind of authentic voice that is rarely heard.’ Saima Mir This is the story of a child raised in Canada by parents who embraced a puritanical version of Islam to shield them from racism. The author explores the joys and sorrows of growing up in a fundamentalist Muslim household, wedding grand historical narratives of colonialism and migration to the small intimate heartbreaks of modern life. In revisiting the beliefs and ideals she was raised with, Chaudhry invites us to reimagine our ideas of self and family, state and citizenship, love and loss.

Al Rashid Mosque

Al Rashid Mosque
Author: Earle H. Waugh
Publisher: University of Alberta
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2018-07-11
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1772123404

Al Rashid Mosque, Canada’s first and one of the earliest in North America, was erected in Edmonton in the depth of the Depression of the 1930s. Over time, the story of this first mosque, which served as a magnet for more Lebanese Muslim immigrants to Edmonton, was woven into the folklore of the local community. —Baha Abu-Laban, Foreword Edmonton’s Al Rashid Mosque has played a key role in Islam’s Canadian development. Founded by Muslims from Lebanon, it has grown into a vibrant community fully integrated into Canada’s cultural mosaic. The mosque continues to be a concrete expression of social good, a symbol of a proud Muslim Canadian identity. Al Rashid Mosque provides a welcome introduction to the ethics and values of homegrown Muslims. The book traces the mosque’s role in education and community leadership and celebrates the numerous contributions of Muslim Canadians in Edmonton and across Canada. Al Rashid Mosque is a timely and important volume of Islamic and Canadian history. "Forty years ago, as a young scholar in Islamic Studies at the University of Alberta, Al Rashid’s Muslims welcomed my queries, tolerated my ignorance, and joyfully opened their homes and their hearts." —Earle H. Waugh Earle H. Waugh has studied Islam in Canada and the Middle East for most of his adult life. He is Professor Emeritus at the University of Alberta and a senior scholar in the areas of religious studies, health and culture, and Indigenous language maintenance.

Under Siege

Under Siege
Author: Jasmin Zine
Publisher: McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2022-04-05
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 022801218X

The 9/11 attacks in the United States, the subsequent global “war on terror,” and the proliferation of domestic security policies in Western nations have had a profound impact on the lives of young Muslims, whose identities and experiences have been shaped within and against these conditions. The millennial generation of Muslim youth has come of age in these turbulent times, dealing with the aftermath and backlash associated with these events. Under Siege explores the lives of Canadian Muslim youth belonging to the 9/11 generation as they navigate these fraught times of global war and terror. While many studies address contemporary manifestations of Islamophobia and anti-Muslim racism, few have focused on the toll this takes on Muslim communities, especially among younger generations. Based on in-depth interviews with more than 130 young people, youth workers, and community leaders, Jasmin Zine’s ethnographic study unpacks the dynamics of Islamophobia as a system of oppression and examines its impact on Canadian Muslim youth. Covering topics such as citizenship, identity and belonging, securitization, radicalization, campus culture in an age of empire, and subaltern Muslim counterpublics and resistance, Under Siege provides a unique and comprehensive examination of the complex realities of Muslim youth in a post-9/11 world. Twenty years after the 9/11 attacks, Zine reveals how the global war on terror and heightened anti-Muslim racism have affected a generation of Canadians who were socialized into a world where their faith and identity are under siege.