29th Convening

Islamic Finance
Conference at Harvard

September 25 — 26, 2026
Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts
2026 Theme

Islamic Finance in a Changing World: Current Realities and Future Possibilities

For nearly three decades, the Islamic Finance Conference at Harvard has brought together a global community committed to principled capital. This year, we explore how Islamic finance can meet a changing world - from AI, fintech, and digital assets to climate, inclusion, governance, and moral leadership.

Join scholars, regulators, founders, investors, and students for conversations that are rigorous, relevant, and spiritually grounded.

Tracks

Six conversations shaping the next decade.

Global Finance & Muslim Professionals

Bridging Wall Street and Islamic markets through shared standards, capital, and leadership.

Financial Innovation & FinTech

The future of Islamic finance, from tokenized sukuk to AI-driven Shariah-compliant infrastructure.

Ethics, ESG & Faith-Inspired Finance

Sustainability, stewardship, and the moral foundations of long-horizon investing.

Muslims in Business

Entrepreneurship, impact, and ethical capital across emerging and established markets.

Islamic Finance in a Global Marketplace

Cross-border flows, regulation, and the institutionalization of values-aligned capital.

The Future of Islamic Finance

Generational shifts, talent pipelines, and the next chapter of an industry rooted in justice.

Featured Voices

A convening of architects, allocators & thinkers.

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Speakers will be announced soon.

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Three decades of intellectual legacy.

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Harvard University · Cambridge, Massachusetts
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