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Assalāmu alaykum wa rahmatullāh,
Thank you for considering contributing to the KC Masterclass series. We deeply value the clarity, depth, and perspective that scholars like yourself bring to public discourse. This guide outlines what to expect from the masterclass process, so that your ʿilm and insight can reach the audience in a structured, thoughtful, and impactful way.
What is the KC Masterclass Series?
One topic. One session. A meaningful delivery.
Duration: Max 1.5 hours
(Ideal structure: 60 minutes of delivery, 30 minutes Q&A)Frequency: One masterclass per month
(For speakers, this is a once-off session unless re-invited)Audience: Educated Muslim public; engaged, thoughtful, and seeking depth, but not necessarily trained in Islamic sciences
Goal: To offer content that is both intellectually and spiritually rich, rooted in tradition, and relevant to lived realities
Core Philosophy
These masterclasses are not basic talks or broad overviews. They aim to:
Share knowledge that is rooted in sound Islamic tradition, but also connected to present-day contexts
Offer content that is specific, purposeful, and structured
Integrate fiqh, theology, and spirituality with current research and life experience
Equip participants with a conceptual framework or model that allows them to retain and apply what they’ve learned
Avoid sectarian debates or politicisation unless necessary and thoughtfully managed
Each session should feel like a precise and profound contribution to the broader conversation.
Topic Guidelines
We encourage scholars to either:
Choose from a curated list of topics provided, or
Propose a topic aligned with our values and structure
Ideal topics:
Engage women’s lived experiences through the lens of fiqh, theology, or spiritual care
Address under-discussed or under-developed areas in mainstream platforms
Offer specific focus, not broad overviews
Are framed with scholarly grounding and contemporary insight
Examples of KC Topics:
Healing From Religious Guilt (Completed)
Beyond the Cycle: Fiqh of Menopause & Midlife Transitions
Fiqh of the Womb: Miscarriage, Contraception, Loss & More
The Hidden Rights: Community, Loneliness & Spiritual Care
Juggling Roles: Mothers, Seekers, Professionals
Fiqh of Friendship (Completed)
Muslim Women & Social Media: Influence with Integrity
Content Expectations
We trust your scholarship and depth as an alima. This section is to support how your insight can be most impactful for a general public audience:
Ground your topic in Qur’an, Hadith, fiqh texts, and scholarly perspectives
Where applicable, use modern research, qualitative or statistical data, or relevant case studies
Make the material accessible to an educated lay audience; explain Arabic terms, avoid jargon, and define technical points
Provide clarity of structure (e.g., session divided into clear parts, or framed with guiding questions)
Offer conceptual takeaways or practical frameworks for reflection and application
Fiqh Considerations
If your session covers fiqh matters:
We can discuss in advance to align on approach or areas that need nuance
Valid differences of opinion are welcomed and respected
We’re happy to help frame any potentially sensitive areas with balance and clarity
Support & Collaboration
Once your topic is chosen, we’ll work closely with you throughout the process.
We can help identify the best angle or framing for the topic, if needed
You’re free to do your own research, but we’ll offer feedback, suggestions, and refinement based on the direction
If you’re stuck on structure, examples, or sources, we’ll guide you
Our goal is to support your voice while ensuring clarity and accessibility for the audience
This isn’t just about delivering a ‘talk’; it’s a collaborative process to make your knowledge benefit with clarity and impact.
Presentation Format
Sessions are generally delivered in-person (Fawkner 3060) with an online option for distance audiences.
Visual aids are required, as presenters’ cameras will not be on, and should be submitted as a neat, well-organised Word document, PDF, or other clear format.
Presenters can request samples of previous slides, training guides, and recordings of past masterclasses to understand format, pacing, and style.
Q&A will be moderated by the host.
Timeline & Process
Initial interest → You confirm topic or general interest
Planning call → Short check-in to discuss direction
Outline submission → A semi-detailed flow of your content points
Session scheduled → Date agreed upon well in advance
Promo begins → We’ll request your bio
Session delivered → We’ll handle all tech, introductions, and Q&A
Content & Branding:
Presenters retain the right to use the content they create for their own purposes.
KC-branded masterclass materials (slides, recordings, promotional assets) remain KC property and may not be used elsewhere without explicit permission.
This allows you to share your knowledge while ensuring KC’s brand and platform integrity are protected.
Final Notes
All sessions are recorded and may be archived for future on-demand access
You’re welcome to reference this session in your own teaching portfolio or bio
This series is part of a broader initiative to centre women’s scholarship, lived realities, and nuanced knowledge in the public sphere
BārakAllāh fīk again, we’re honoured to have your voice and scholarship as part of the Australian community.
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