
About this Event
We're excited to invite you to the first talk in a series of events happening across New Zealand, where we’ll be sharing the findings of the Muslim Diversity Study
Last year, we reached out to you to participate in the study, and now is your chance to hear the findings as we move into the next phase of sharing these valuable insights. Join us as we explore key insights and foster an understanding of Muslim diversity in New Zealand.

Agenda
🕑: 05:30 PM
Doors Open - Refreshment & Gathering
🕑: 05:45 PM
Opening by MC - Dr. Muhammad Hassan
🕑: 05:50 PM
Opening Address - Prof Will Sweetman, Head of Religion Programme, UO
🕑: 05:55 PM
Welcoming Address - Dr. Ashraf Amer
🕑: 06:15 PM
Keynote Presentation - Dr. Usman Afzali
Info: Topic: Findings from the Muslim Diversity Study
- Impact of religion on social attitudes, resilience, wellbeing, and discrimination
- Community relevance and future directions
🕑: 07:00 PM
Personal Reflections - Qasim Badri
Info: Topic: Why I chose to study psychology
🕑: 07:10 PM
Community Voices
Info: - Otago Muslim Association (OMA) representative
- Muslim University Students Association (MUSA) – Iqbal Muhammad
- Muslim Chaplaincy Conversations (MCC)
🕑: 07:25 PM
Closing Remarks
Info: Dr. Mai Tamimi - Gratitude, future engagement, and community involvement
🕑: 07:30 PM
Networking & Refreshments
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
BURNS 2, Lecture Theatre, University of Otago Campus, 362 Leith Street, Dunedin, New Zealand