Ibn Battuta International Centre for Intercultural Studies

Ibn Battuta was a 14th-century Moroccan explorer who traveled the world for 30 years. His travel writings became one of the most significant works in history and geography.

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The 4th Ibn Battuta International Conference in Amman

The 4th Ibn Battuta International Conference, under the patronage of HRH Prince El Hassan bin Talal, will be held on October 5–6, 2025, in Amman, Jordan. Organized by the Arab Thought Forum and the Ibn Battuta International Center for Cultural Studies, the conference explores the theme “Journeys, Crossroads, and Civilizational Encounters: Ibn Battuta in a Changing World.” It brings together global scholars to examine Ibn Battuta’s legacy and the contemporary relevance of travel, mobility, and intercultural dialogue.

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Our Mission

Ibn Battuta International Centre for Intercultural Studies serves as a hub for scholars, students, and community members interested in intercultural studies. Our interdisciplinary approach combines history, anthropology, sociology, and the arts to explore how travel and trade have shaped cultural traditions and interactions throughout history.

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Foster Interdisciplinary Research

Promote rigorous academic inquiry into how travel and trade have shaped cultural traditions and interactions across time and space.

Enhance Educational Opportunities

Provide resources, training, and mentorship to students and scholars, empowering them to explore and contribute to the understanding of cultural trajectories.

Encourage Social Engagements 

Create inclusive spaces for meaningful conversations that bridge cultural divides, promoting mutual respect and enhancing social cohesion among diverse communities.

Facilitate Collaborative Projects

Partner with institutions, organizations, and communities to develop initiatives that address pressing intercultural challenges through the lens of travel and trade.

Promote Global Citizenship

Inspire individuals to embrace their roles as informed and responsible global citizens, understanding the importance of intercultural competence in an increasingly interconnected world.

“Through these efforts, we aim to cultivate a more inclusive and harmonious society where diverse cultural narratives are valued and celebrated.”

Key Initiatives

These programs include conferences, cultural exchanges, research grants, and development initiatives, all focused on travel and trade to enrich cultural understanding.

Ibn Battuta International Conference 

Our flagship conference focuses on the themes of travel, trade, tradition, and trajectories

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Cultural Exchange Programs

We facilitate exchanges between students and scholars to enhance cross-cultural learning, emphasizing the importance of travel in shaping cultural understanding.

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Research Grants

We support projects that investigate historical and contemporary interactions.

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Student Exchange and Faculty Enhancement Program

In partnership with universities, we offer student exchange programs for cultural immersion and faculty development initiatives focused on travel and trade’s role in education.

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About us

Ibn Battuta International Centre for Intercultural Studies serves as a hub for scholars, students, and community members interested in intercultural studies. Our interdisciplinary approach combines history, anthropology, sociology, and the arts to explore how travel and trade have shaped cultural traditions and interactions throughout history.

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Supporting Student Admissions

We help students gain admission to partner universities by offering personalized advisory services, application workshops, test preparation resources, and information on scholarships and financial aid opportunities.

Support for Research

We support intercultural research through collaborative partnerships, workshops and symposia for knowledge sharing, and access to a comprehensive library and databases focused on intercultural studies.

Explore Travel and Trade

Understanding travel and trade is key to business and educational collaborations through networking, trade workshops, and field trips to historic sites.

Our Program

Other programs aim to enhance understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity while building intercultural competencies.

Public Lectures and Seminars

Featuring leading scholars who share insights on travel, trade, tradition, and global citizenship.

Workshops and Training

Enhancing intercultural competencies for educators and community leaders.

Youth Engagement

Programs that inspire the next generation to appreciate cultural diversity through creative expression.

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Contribute your skills and passion to our projects.

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Featured Projects

These projects include documenting local cultural expressions and programs that assist scholars in studying the impact of travel and trade on culture.

Cultural Mapping: Documenting and celebrating local cultural expressions and their historical contexts.
Intercultural Fellowship Program: Supporting emerging scholars in the study of travel and trade’s impact on culture.

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