Description
After decades shaped by conflict, polarisation, technological acceleration, ecological anxiety and the erosion of trust in institutions, many societies are increasingly confronting deeper questions around meaning, belonging and the future of human life itself.
As political, cultural and economic systems come under growing strain, what kind of future are we actually moving towards, and what kind of future do we wish to build?
Bringing together interdisciplinary thinkers, writers and cultural voices, this conversation explores how humanity might begin to imagine new forms of community, ethics, creativity and human flourishing beyond the fractures of today.
About the Chair
Dr Bilal Hassam
Dr Bilal Hassam is the Director of Strategy for Muslimi, where he leads strategic development across media, culture, philanthropy, partnerships, and community impact.
A former medical doctor, Bilal has spent over a decade consulting for a wide range of clients and institutions at the intersection of culture, philanthropy, leadership, faith, and social change. His work focuses on helping organisations clarify their vision, strengthen their positioning, develop meaningful programmes, and respond intelligently to complex community and global challenges.
Bilal brings together strategic analysis, creative thinking, spiritual insight, and deep experience working with Muslim communities across the UK, North America, South Africa, and beyond. He is also a published writer, speaker, facilitator, and artist, with a particular interest in storytelling, cultural renewal, leadership development, and the role of Muslim institutions in shaping a more imaginative, rooted, and impactful future.
About the Speaker
Farhan Latif
Farhan Latif is a prominent philanthropic leader, social entrepreneur, and cross-sector mobilizer dedicated to fostering inclusion, religious pluralism, and peace. He currently serves as President of the El-Hibri Foundation, a Washington, D.C.–based charitable organisation focused on grant-making, peace education, and interfaith bridge-building.
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