Jakarta, Indonesia · August 2026

International
Grand Imams
Conference

on Masjid Harmony, Religious Diplomacy
and Global Peace

"Masjid Harmony and Global Peace"
500
Delegates
5+
Continents
4
Bridging Days
3
Languages
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Background

The Evolving Role
of the Imam

In a rapidly changing global landscape, the role of the imam extends far beyond ritual religious functions. Imams serve as moral leaders, community educators, guardians of social harmony, and peacemakers amid diversity.

Global challenges — climate change, radicalism, moral degradation, social injustice, and community disintegration — demand the active contribution of imams from across the world.

01

Moral Leadership

Strengthening the capacity of imams as moral guides and community educators in the modern era

02

International Network

Expanding global networks between imams and religious institutions across continents

03

Shared Strategy

Formulating joint responses to global developments in peace, climate, and religious tolerance

04

Istiqlal Declaration

Producing the "Istiqlal Understanding of International Imams" — a landmark joint declaration

500 Participants

Delegates from across 5 continents

4 Bridging Workshops

Pre-conference regional sessions

5+ Continents

Asia, Europe, Africa, Americas & Australia

3 Languages

Arabic, English & Bahasa Indonesia

Goals & Objectives

What We Aim
to Achieve

An international platform for dialogue, experience exchange, and enhanced competence in addressing religious and social issues at the global level.

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Religious Moderation

Strengthening understanding of religious moderation across diverse cultural contexts worldwide

🤝

Spiritual Resilience

Discussing the imam's role in building community spiritual strength and social cohesion

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Counter-Extremism

Formulating strategies to address extremism, intolerance, and disinformation

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Global Network

Building international networks between imams and religious institutions across all continents

📜

Joint Recommendations

Producing shared recommendations for future development of imam leadership globally

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Eco-Theology

Engaging faith-based perspectives on environmental stewardship and climate responsibility

Programme Roadmap

Journey to
the Conference

Bridging 1 — Juni 2026
Masjid Islamic Center
Kalimantan Timur
Bridging 2 — Juni 2026
Masjid Al Markaz
Sulawesi Selatan
Bridging 3 — June 2026
Masjid Raya Baitul Mukhtar
Banten
Bridging 4 — July 2026
Masjid Al Akbar
Jawa Timur
Juli 2026
International Conference
Jakarta & Sumatera Selatan
Masjid Istiqlal · Hotel Borobudur
Main Event
Conference Venues

Prestigious
Sacred Spaces

Masjid Istiqlal
Main Venue
Jakarta
Masjid Istiqlal

Southeast Asia's largest mosque, a symbol of Indonesian independence and interfaith harmony

Hotel Borobudur
Conference Hotel
Jakarta
Hotel Borobudur

Jakarta's iconic landmark hotel offering world-class facilities for international gatherings

Masjid Agung Sumsel
Regional Venue
Sumatera Selatan
Masjid Agung Sumsel

Grand Mosque of South Sumatra, a magnificent architectural landmark of Islamic heritage

Distinguished Speakers

Global
Voices of Islam

Grand Syeikh Ahmad Al-Tayyeb
Grand Syeikh Ahmad Al-Tayyeb
Grand Imam, Al-Azhar
Egypt
Syeikh Abdurrahman As-Sudais
Syeikh Abdurrahman As-Sudais
Imam Besar, Masjidil Haram
Saudi Arabia
Prof. KH. Nasaruddin Umar
Prof. KH. Nasaruddin Umar
Imam Besar Masjid Istiqlal · Menag RI
Indonesia
Imam Bashar Arafat
Imam Bashar Arafat
Islamic Scholar & Imam
United States
Dr. Ahmed Toufiq
Dr. Ahmed Toufiq
Minister of Islamic Affairs
Morocco
Dr. Ibrahim Abu Mohamed
Dr. Ibrahim Abu Mohamed
Grand Mufti of Australia
Australia
Syeikh Shawki Allam
Syeikh Shawki Allam
Grand Mufti of Egypt
Africa / Egypt
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Prof. Afriani Febrianti, MA
Eco-Theology Expert
Indonesia
Programme Schedule

Conference
Agenda

19.30 – 19.45

Welcoming Speech

Imam Besar Masjid Istiqlal

Ceremony
19:45 – 20:00

Welcoming Speech

Ketua MPR RI

Ceremony
08:00 – 09:30

Opening Ceremony & Formal Greetings

President of Indonesia · Minister of Religious Affairs · Grand Sheikh Al-Azhar · Syeikh Abdurrahman As-Sudais

Ceremony
09:30 – 10:00

Break

Recess
10:00 – 12:00

Panel 1

Imam Besar Masjid Istiqlal · Imam Bashar Arafat (USA) · Imam Besar Dr. Abdul Salam (Morocco)

Panel
13:30 – 15:30

Panel 2

Grand Sheikh Al-Azhar · Imam Besar Australia · Imam Besar Afrika

Panel
16:00 – 17:30

General Views (Pandangan Umum)

Open discussion and general observations from delegates

Discussion
Evening

Dinner Ta'aruf 2

Social
08:00 – 09:30

Breakout Sessions A, B & C

Thematic working groups: Eco-Theology · Global Peace · Religious Harmony

Workshop
10:00 – 12:00

Declaration: Masjid Harmony and Global Peace

Signing of the Istiqlal Understanding of International Imams

Declaration
Afternoon

City Tour Jakarta

Terowongan Silaturahmi · Monumen Nasional (Monas) · Museum Istiqlal (TMII)

Cultural
Morning

Delegate Check-Out

Farewell and departure of international delegates

Closing
Organizing Partners

Supported By
Leading Institutions

Conference Leadership

Chairman: KH. M Faried F. Saenong, Ph.D

Secretary: KH. Moch. Taufiqurrahman, SQ., MA

Chairman PP IPIM: Prof. Dr. KH. Nasaruddin Umar, MA

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Conversation

Be part of a landmark gathering that will shape the future of religious leadership and global peace diplomacy. Connect with imams and scholars from around the world.

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