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Dr. Tom Woerner-Powell is a Senior Lecturer in Modern Islam, Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Manchester. His interdisciplinary research focuses on religio-political dimensions of Islamic thought across colonial and post-colonial contexts, examining intersections between religious practices and political frameworks.
- Education: PhD in Philosophy of Religion (Oxford), MA in Islamic Studies (Durham), Damascus University
His work analyzes modern representations of Islam through the lens of religion, with particular emphasis on pacifism, nonviolence, and religiously sanctioned violence. Current projects include an AHRC-funded international study on Islamic nonviolence.
Research output spans 12 publications including books, journal articles, and chapters on topics like Sufism, European colonialism, and intercultural dialogue. Key journals include Journal of Pacifism and Nonviolence.
Scientific Awards:
- British Association for Islamic Studies De Gruyter Prize (2016)
- Prix Fondation Ousseimi de la Tolérance (2011)
Active in PhD supervision and media commentary, he contributes to debates on Islamic nonviolence, religious embodiment, and postcolonial theory.
