Study highlights role of young Muslim women in promoting Islam in Spain

Study highlights role of young Muslim women in promoting Islam in Spain
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A recent Spanish study has highlighted the growing role of young Muslim women in shaping public understanding of Islam and promoting social pluralism within Spain’s diverse society.

The study, conducted under a cooperation agreement between the Autonomous University of Madrid and the Pluralism and Coexistence Foundation, was published under the title Citizenship, Youth and Islam. It offers an in-depth analysis of the social realities of Muslim youth in Spain, taking into account religious diversity, varying practices, and the broader social, cultural, and economic contexts in which young Muslims live.

According to the findings, young Muslim women demonstrate a heightened awareness of the challenges facing Islam’s presence in the public sphere. Through civic engagement and community-based initiatives, they actively seek to counter stereotypes, encourage dialogue, and foster mutual understanding. The study notes that this female-led engagement contributes to building bridges grounded in shared citizenship and respect for diversity.

Among the prominent actors identified is the Muslim Youth Association in Spain, which plays a visible role in organizing cultural and educational activities and creating platforms for dialogue and civic participation.

The study concludes that Muslim youth—particularly young women—are increasingly influential in promoting a more nuanced societal understanding of Islam by adopting inclusive, moderate discourse that supports coexistence and participatory leadership.