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for communities to express “
Jack Watling
the Arab and African countries
created by the exchange of
publications adopted by some
moderate and non-religious
religious institutions, which were
sent to various associations and
institutions.
2 - These publications are
Islamic media closest way to discover the truth
and learn the facts, for example,
must be available more than 90% of those who
and accessible discovered the Islamic world
confirm that it was through
to the Western publications that reach them
through Muslim associations
communities around the world.
in order to Dr. Abdullah Ahmed- Saudi
show them the Arabia:
The Media becomes the means
correct Islamic
principles. their feelings and have a say
in changing certain decisions
in society. The media can
create events, build society if
it used in right way, and create
positive behaviour within the
communities.
In regards to print media, some
readers in the Arab world still
choose to obtain information from rich content that guides the
newspapers and magazines, as
opposed to electronic means,
due to the legitimacy of printed
media.
Renowned religious institutions
like Imam Hussein Holy Shrine
should create lobbies in the
world, particularly in the West,
in order to have an impact on
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the media in a positive manner
and show people the real and
peaceful principles of Islam. This
is not an easy task but at the
same time, it is not impossible.
When you have a plan, clear
vision and professional staff, you
can be very effective in society.
Islamic print media should be
based on a clear philosophy, a
well-defined strategy, precisely
defined goals. It must provide
communities with information
which is based on knowledge.
An important point worth
mentioning is that the content
of print media is the essence of
discourse. Unless this discourse
contains real content that
stems from the definition of the
visions, premises, concepts
and philosophies on which the
discourse is based, there will be
no powerful, effective media.
In the context of globalization,
with the evolution of media
and the spread of satellite
channels, the Islamic media
outlets must also rise to a high
level and provide advanced and
minds and hearts of the modern
generation in a constructive and
positive manner.