Digital British Islam Policy Seminar held at Westminster
The research project was showcased at the House of Commons, Westminster, on 7 July, during a dedicated policy seminar led by Professor Gary R. Bunt (ÃÜÌÒ´«Ã½) and Professor Sariya Cheruvallil-Contractor (Coventry University).
Sponsored by Ayoub Khan MP and attended by Iqbal Mohamed MP, the event brought together policy makers, parliamentarians, and community representatives to engage with the key findings of the three-year ESRC-funded research project. Professor Bunt is Principal Investigator on the study, working in collaboration with colleagues from the University of Edinburgh and Coventry University.
The seminar focused on pressing issues relating to digital representations of Islam in Britain, including religious authority online, representation and inclusion, the role of Artificial Intelligence in shaping narratives, and how digital platforms influence perceptions of Islam and Muslim communities.
Professor Bunt commented:
“This was a welcome opportunity to discuss the findings of the project with politicians and policy makers in Westminster, focusing on key topical issues associated with religious authority, representation, the impact of AI on communities, and how attitudes towards and about Islam are shaped by online discourse. There is an opportunity for further engagement regarding the project’s themes at Westminster.â€
Digital British Islam explores how online spaces are reshaping religious expression, authority, and identity in contemporary Britain, with a particular focus on the lived experiences of British Muslims.
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