Singapore, a small island nation known for its cultural diversity and economic strength, is home to a Muslim minority comprising approximately 15.6% of its population[1]. Within this secular, multiracial society, Muslim youths encounter unique challenges in balancing their religious identity with the expectations of a rapidly modernising world. As the country embraces secularism while maintaining a multicultural environment, young Muslims must navigate their faith in a way that reconciles their religiosity with the realities of living in a globalised, secular society. This experience is often shaped by both internal community […]
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Navigating Faith: The Religious Experience of Muslim Migrant Domestic Workers in Singapore
Recently, the Centre for Research on Islamic and Malay Affairs (RIMA) spearheaded a webinar focusing on the religious experiences of Muslim migrant workers in Singapore1. The webinar addressed several critical issues, including the diverse socio-religious realities of Muslim migrant workers in Singapore, the significance of religious spaces for these workers, and the accessibility of religious education tailored to their specific jurisprudential backgrounds.
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