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'''The Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies (ACRPS)''' is a prominent independent research institution dedicated to advancing scholarship in the social sciences and humanities in the Arab world including the Islamic issues. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Doha, Qatar, the ACRPS has expanded its presence with additional offices in Beirut, Lebanon, and sister organizations in Tunis and Washington, DC.<ref>About - Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies. https://www.dohainstitute.org/en/aboutus/pages/index.aspx. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.</ref> | '''The Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies (ACRPS)''' is a prominent independent research institution dedicated to advancing scholarship in the social sciences and humanities in the Arab world including the [[Islamic issues]]. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Doha, Qatar, the ACRPS has expanded its presence with additional offices in Beirut, Lebanon, and sister organizations in Tunis and Washington, DC.<ref>About - Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies. https://www.dohainstitute.org/en/aboutus/pages/index.aspx. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.</ref> | ||
[[File: Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies.png|thumb|right|Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies]] | [[File: Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies.png|thumb|right|Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies]] | ||
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While the center primarily operates in Arabic, it also publishes in English to reach a broader audience<ref>“Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies.” Wikipedia, 28 Nov. 2023. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies&oldid=1187336522.</ref>. | While the center primarily operates in Arabic, it also publishes in English to reach a broader audience<ref>“Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies.” Wikipedia, 28 Nov. 2023. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies&oldid=1187336522.</ref>. | ||
Moreover, the ACRPS engages deeply with Islamic issues through its research and publications. The center explores the intersection of Islam with contemporary social, political, and cultural dynamics in the Arab world. It has published works that critically analyze the role of Islamic heritage in shaping political behavior and societal values. For instance, discussions around the Arabo-Islamic cultural heritage often highlight its influence on political structures and individual behaviors within Arab societies<ref>El-Mikawy, Noha, and Laila El Baradei. “Public Policy Studies and Research in the Arab World.” Global Perspectives, vol. 5, no. 1, Feb. 2024, p. 93045. DOI.org (Crossref), https://doi.org/10.1525/gp.2024.93045</ref>. | Moreover, the ACRPS engages deeply with Islamic issues through its research and publications. The center explores the intersection of [[Islam]] with contemporary social, political, and cultural dynamics in the [[Arab world]]. It has published works that critically analyze the role of Islamic heritage in shaping political behavior and societal values. For instance, discussions around the Arabo-Islamic cultural heritage often highlight its influence on political structures and individual behaviors within Arab societies<ref>El-Mikawy, Noha, and Laila El Baradei. “Public Policy Studies and Research in the Arab World.” Global Perspectives, vol. 5, no. 1, Feb. 2024, p. 93045. DOI.org (Crossref), https://doi.org/10.1525/gp.2024.93045</ref>. | ||
==Key Projects and Programs== | ==Key Projects and Programs== | ||
The ACRPS hosts several significant projects and programs<ref>“Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies.” Wikipedia, 28 Nov. 2023. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies&oldid=1187336522.</ref>: | The ACRPS hosts several significant projects and programs<ref>“Arab Center for Research and [[Policy Studies]].” Wikipedia, 28 Nov. 2023. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies&oldid=1187336522.</ref>: | ||
# Arab Opinion Index (AOI): Launched in 2011, this project conducts polls in Arab countries to gauge public opinion on political, social, and cultural issues. | # Arab Opinion Index (AOI): Launched in 2011, this project conducts polls in Arab countries to gauge public opinion on political, social, and cultural issues. | ||
# Arab Prize for Social Sciences and Humanities: An annual program that recognizes and encourages Arab scholarship, awarding prizes to both established scholars and young researchers. | # Arab Prize for Social Sciences and Humanities: An annual program that recognizes and encourages Arab scholarship, awarding prizes to both established scholars and young researchers. | ||
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# Books on various topics related to Arab society and politics | # Books on various topics related to Arab society and politics | ||
# Three Arabic academic periodicals: Omran, Tabayyun, and Siyasat Arabia | # Three Arabic academic periodicals: Omran, Tabayyun, and Siyasat Arabia | ||
# Electronic publications available on the ACRPS website, including policy analyses, case analyses, book reviews, and commentaries<ref>“Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies.” Wikipedia, 28 Nov. 2023. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies&oldid=1187336522</ref>. | # Electronic publications available on the ACRPS website, including policy analyses, case analyses, book reviews, and commentaries<ref>“Arab Center for Research and [[Policy Studies]].” Wikipedia, 28 Nov. 2023. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies&oldid=1187336522</ref>. | ||
==Events and Conferences== | ==Events and Conferences== | ||
The center organizes two major annual conferences<ref>“Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies.” Wikipedia, 28 Nov. 2023. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php title=Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies&oldid=1187336522.</ref>: | The center organizes two major annual conferences<ref>“Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies.” Wikipedia, 28 Nov. 2023. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php title=Arab_Center_for_Research_and_Policy_Studies&oldid=1187336522.</ref>: | ||
# Annual Conference on the Social Sciences and Humanities: Typically held in March, addressing two research themes each year. | # Annual Conference on the Social Sciences and Humanities: Typically held in March, addressing two research themes each year. | ||
# Annual Conference of Strategic and Policy Studies Research Centers in the Arab World: Usually held in December, bringing together research centers, policy studies, and strategic analysis institutions from across the Arab region. | # Annual Conference of Strategic and [[Policy Studies]] Research Centers in the Arab World: Usually held in December, bringing together research centers, policy studies, and strategic analysis institutions from across the Arab region. | ||
In addition to these annual events, the ACRPS regularly hosts other conferences, symposia, and lectures on various topics of interest to the Arab world. | In addition to these annual events, the ACRPS regularly hosts other conferences, symposia, and lectures on various topics of interest to the [[Arab world]]. | ||
==The Arab Opinion Index== | ==The Arab Opinion Index== | ||
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The ACRPS has successfully established memorandums of understanding and agreements for academic cooperation with several Arab and international research institutions and universities. This collaboration helps create and maintain a robust network of Arab researchers committed to societal advancement and bridging the gap between Arab academic institutions and those across the globe<ref>About - Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies. https://www.dohainstitute.org/en/aboutus/pages/index.aspx. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.</ref>. | The ACRPS has successfully established memorandums of understanding and agreements for academic cooperation with several Arab and international research institutions and universities. This collaboration helps create and maintain a robust network of Arab researchers committed to societal advancement and bridging the gap between Arab academic institutions and those across the globe<ref>About - Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies. https://www.dohainstitute.org/en/aboutus/pages/index.aspx. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.</ref>. | ||
It also collaborates with various academic institutions to enhance research on Islamic issues. By fostering partnerships with universities and research centers both regionally and internationally, it aims to create a robust network of scholars focused on understanding the complexities of Islam in modern society. This collaboration often results in joint publications and conferences that further explore Islamic thought and its implications for public policy<ref>ACRPS Books and Journals. https://www.dohainstitute.org/en/booksandjournals/pages/index.aspx. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.</ref>. | It also collaborates with various academic institutions to enhance research on [[Islamic issues]]. By fostering partnerships with universities and research centers both regionally and internationally, it aims to create a robust network of scholars focused on understanding the complexities of Islam in modern society. This collaboration often results in joint publications and conferences that further explore Islamic thought and its implications for public policy<ref>ACRPS Books and Journals. https://www.dohainstitute.org/en/booksandjournals/pages/index.aspx. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.</ref>. | ||
==Challenges and Future Directions== | ==Challenges and Future Directions== | ||
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# Limited data access, availability, and reliability. | # Limited data access, availability, and reliability. | ||
In addressing Islamic issues, the ACRPS also faces challenges on: | In addressing [[Islamic issues]], the ACRPS also faces challenges on: | ||
# Cultural Sensitivity: Researching Islamic topics requires navigating complex cultural sensitivities within diverse Arab societies. | # Cultural Sensitivity: Researching Islamic topics requires navigating complex cultural sensitivities within diverse Arab societies. | ||
# Political Context: The political climate in many Arab countries can restrict open discourse on Islamic issues, particularly those that critique established norms or authorities. | # Political Context: The political climate in many Arab countries can restrict open discourse on Islamic issues, particularly those that critique established norms or authorities. | ||
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==Conclusion== | ==Conclusion== | ||
In conclusion, the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies plays a crucial role in advancing social sciences and humanities research in the Arab world. Through its various initiatives, publications, and academic programs, the ACRPS contributes significantly to the development of policy studies and research in the region, while also facing challenges that require ongoing attention and strategic solutions. | In conclusion, the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies plays a crucial role in advancing social sciences and humanities research in the [[Arab world]]. Through its various initiatives, publications, and academic programs, the ACRPS contributes significantly to the development of [[policy studies]] and research in the region, while also facing challenges that require ongoing attention and strategic solutions. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||