In this episode of Halal Finance Hub, Abdul Matin sits down with Shaista Mukadam, a professor with 20+ years of experience in Islamic finance education.

Shaista shares her inspiring journey—from her mother's encouragement to teach, to helping create one of the first undergraduate degrees in Islamic finance.

This conversation dives into the real meaning of Islamic finance, the crucial role of women in managing finances, and the cultural vs religious conflicts many Muslims face with money today.

🌱 Topics covered:

• Why Islamic finance is more than just avoiding interest
• The importance of financial literacy in the Muslim community Empowering women to lead family financial decisions
• The impact of cultural habits on Islamic financial values
• Building a lasting legacy through ethical finance

🧠 Key takeaway:

• Education, ethics, and community are the pillars of a just Islamic financial system.

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