Speakers at a seminar held in Islamabad have stressed the need for adopting a holistic approach grounded in a sound Islamic worldview, spiritual and moral development and contextual understanding to help younger generation connect with their faith and tradition while navigating contemporary realities.

The speakers in the seminar, which was organized by the Institute of Policy Studies, also noted that Muslim families are today facing the growing intellectual, social, and cultural challenges shaped by globalization, digital connectivity, and rapidly changing social realities.  

In his keynote address, an Egyptian-American jurist and author, Dr. Hatem al-Haj, stressed that children should be intellectually and spiritually grounded in the core principles of faith, enabling them to approach subsequent questions and challenges with clarity and confidence. He also urged parents to demonstrate modesty and Islamic values through their conduct, particularly when children raise questions.

In his concluding remarks, Dr. Yasir Riaz observed that globalization and increased access to information have intensified the challenges for Muslim families.