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Shaheen Whyte is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation at Charles Sturt University.
His educational background includes:
- PhD from Deakin University (focused on Islamic religious authority in Australia)
- Masters in Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies from Australian National University
- PGCert
- BA
Dr. Whyte's research focuses on Islamic religious authority, Islamic thought, Islamic law, Islam in Australia, and Muslim minorities in the West. His work examines how Muslim communities navigate religious authority and identity formation in contemporary Western societies, with a particular focus on the Australian context. He has explored topics such as fatwas in Australia, intra-Muslim dialogue, and the institutionalization of Islamic religious authority through organizations like the Australian National Imams Council.
His research output shows a consistent focus on understanding Muslim experiences in Australia, with publications spanning from 2014 to 2024. His work demonstrates increasing impact, with several highly cited articles in journals like Oxford Journal of Law and Religion and Journal of Muslim Minority Affairs.
Professional Experience:
- Jesuit Refugee Service
- Australian Red Cross
- Refugee Review Tribunal
