IMEF CONFERENCE
09/16/2025 2026-01-30 14:00IMEF CONFERENCE
Beyond Profit:
Cultivating Universal Values and Intergenerational Equity through Islamic Moral Economy
September 9–10, 2026
Novi Pazar, Serbia
Beyond Profit:
Cultivating Universal Values and Intergenerational Equity through Islamic Moral Economy
September 9–10, 2026
Novi Pazar, Serbia
Welcome to the IMEF Conference
We are proud to announce the third edition of this international scientific gathering, continuing our mission to bridge the gap between ethical theory and economic practice. Our world is currently grappling with a convergence of profound economic and ecological challenges.
From the daily pressures of rising inflation and global instability to the long-term threats of climate change and the depletion of finite natural resources, the strain on our planet and its 8 billion inhabitants has reached an unprecedented level.
Dominant economic models, built on linear consumption — "take, make, dispose" — continue to drive overproduction and inequality. Against this backdrop, the search for sustainable and just systems is no longer a choice, but a necessity. This third edition of the conference seeks to go "Beyond Profit" by exploring a deeper ethical and spiritual transformation.
From an Islamic perspective, the notion of Mīzān (balance) is fundamental; the Qur’an reminds us not to transgress the divine balance that governs nature and human behavior. By viewing resources as an Amānah (trust), we can foster an economy based on stewardship, moderation (Wasatiyyah), and justice (‘Adl). This conference aims to demonstrate how these universal values can be mobilized through Islamic finance to ensure intergenerational equity, creating a resilient future for generations to come.
Thematic Areas and Participation
We invite academic papers, policy briefs, case studies, and conceptual reflections across the following areas:
- Shared Values Among Mankind (Universal Ethics)
- The Paradigm of Stewardship (Khilafah):Rethinking the role of humans as “trustees” to promote global environmental responsibility.
- Economic Justice (Adl) as a Human Right: How risk-sharing models reduce inequality and protect the vulnerable.
- Public Interest (Maslaha) in the Digital Age: Guiding fintech and AI toward the common good.
- Ethics of Commercial Transactions: Comparing Islamic Muamalat with global Fair Trade movements.
- Solidarity Beyond Borders: Using Zakat and Waqf for global humanitarian resilience.
- Sustainable Finance for Future Generations
- Intergenerational Equity in Islamic Law: The legal and moral obligation to preserve wealth and environment (Maqasid al-Shariah).
- Green Sukuk and the Energy Transition: Financing renewable energy through Shariah-compliant instruments.
- Modernizing the Waqf for Sustainability: Re-imagining endowments for climate resilience and resource conservation.
- Circular Economy and Islamic Ethics: Reducing waste and promoting the regeneration of resources.
- Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security: Financing ethical farming to protect biodiversity for the next century.
- Institutional & Strategic Innovation
- Integrating ESG with Shariah Governance: Creating unified standards for global sustainable markets.
- Islamic Fintech for Financial Inclusion: Empowering unbanked populations through interest-free solutions.
- The Role of Education in Moral Economy: Building leadership character (Akhlaq) alongside technical financial skills.
Participation Details
- Conference Language: The official language of the conference is English.
- Registration Fee: There is no registration fee for this conference.
Venue
The conference will take place in Novi Pazar, Serbia, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and emerging academic community.
We strongly encourage you to contribute your valuable research and insights to this timely and important discussion. We look forward to fostering fruitful dialogue and collaboration towards building a more sustainable and equitable future, drawing upon the synergistic potential of the circular economy and Islamic finance.
We look forward to welcoming you to Novi Pazar in September 2026!
