Baba Ali, Courtesy of Islamonline,net
The Prince Alwaleed Bin Talaal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding andThe Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre published its first edition in what promises to be an annual series of insight into the movers and shakers of the Muslim world. EntitledThe 500 Most Influential Muslims 2009, the book categorizes Muslims' influential capacities into 15 categories:scholarly,political, administrative, lineage, preachers, women, youth, philanthropy, development, science and technology, arts and culture, Qu'ran reciters, media, radicals, international Islamic networks and issues of the day. As part of an ongoing series each week those receiving mention in North America will be highlighted. This week those who seem to have influence on the youth will be highlighted. In this category, there are only two people honored from the United States and North America.
Dr. Eboo Patel, Courtesy of Flickr.com
Ali Ardekani also known as Baba Ali, is a comedian and co-founder of Ummah Films. He has been recognized by the New York Times for his work and performs all over the globe.
Dr. Eboo Patel is the Executive Director of the Interfaith Youth Core, a Chicago-based organization bringing youth together from varied backgrounds to work on dialogue and community service. He also serves along with Dalia Mohgahed on President Obama's Advisory Council for the Office for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships.
Next week, we will highlight philanthropy.
Comments
When I read "youth" I thought it meant like age 25 and under. I wasn't disappointed by your article though, in the least.
I read Eboo Patel's book and really enjoyed it.
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