Visible & Heard: Irish Muslim Women’s Paths to Inclusion

A half-day conference organised by Hibah Aburwein (Early Career Researcher, Trinity Long Room Hub) And the Department of Near and Middle Eastern Studies.

Please register for the event here.

This focused half-day conference centres the lived experiences and perspectives of Irish Muslim women, exploring challenges of identity, belonging, and real inclusion. The programme includes 30-minute lectures, a roundtable discussion, and opportunities for networking.

Confirmed speakers and talks:

• Dr James Carr, Professor of Sociology, University of Limerick, and expert on anti-Muslim racism “Anti-Muslim Racism in Ireland: Women’s Experiences”
• Lorraine O’Connor, Founder of Muslim Sisters of Éire “Together We Rise: The Faith, Strength and Determination of Muslim Women in Ireland”
• Hibah Aburwein, PhD candidate in Near and Middle Eastern Studies “Navigating Identities and Everyday Realities of Muslim Women in Ireland”
• Roundtable Discussion, moderated by Dr. Tylor Brand (Professor of Near and Middle Eastern Studies)

A light lunch (sandwiches) will be provided, along with tea, coffee, and biscuits. The event will also be featured by the Long Room Hub and followed by a short publication.

Please indicate if you have any access requirements, such as ISL/English interpreting, so that we can facilitate you in attending this event. Contact: aburweih@tcd.ie