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Muslim with a book habit, writing for community, while committed to the work of theology. Professor of Islamic Studies at Fairfield University. @alakhira

Lea is a digital communications professional and Palestinian organizer interested in dismantling racist and Islamaphobic mechanisms of policing.

Qalam is a publication of contemporary ideas from aspiring early-career Arab, Middle Eastern, Muslim, South Asian authors.

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Husband to Jill, proud father, grandfather, and great grandfather.

Policy analyst, international development consultant, and film/media producer writing about human rights, culture, and the politics of representation.