WELCOME TO THE 1st EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON:

"Mechanisms and Tools to Activate the Role of Awqaf in Algeria:
Opportunities and Challenges" (hybrid)

Hononary Chairs :

Prof. Mourad Meghachou: Rector of the University of Tlemcen.

Prof. Fethi Benledghem: Dean of the EBMS Faculty , University of Tlemcen.

Prof. Abderrezzak Benhabib: Coordinator of the Conference, University of Tlemcen.

Prof. Khadidja Khaldi: Conference Chair, University of Tlemcen.

Prof. Yamina Grari: Directriss of the MECAS Laboratory .

📌Introduction

Awqaf (or habous) have long constituted a civilizing institution with multiple dimensions in Muslim societies since the early days of Islam. They have covered many areas: social, economic, cultural, political, and even environmental, providing both spiritual and material benefits.

The Awqaf played an important role in the history of Algerian society, particularly during the Ottoman period. However, the French colonial era devastated this institution through unjust laws and destructive policies. After independence, the awqaf only recently regained significant interest.

Algeria possesses considerable awaqf assets in the form of real estate and movable capital. This makes it imperative to optimize the use of these resources to contribute to the funding of social and economic projects, thereby participating in the diversification of the Algerian economy to reduce dependence on hydrocarbons. Effective and competitive management of awqaf, inspired by models such as Malaysia’s, could make it a major economic sector.

This conference focuses on the study of the origin, evolution, and objectives of the awqaf in Algeria, highlighting the modern management mechanisms implemented by the National Bureau of awqaf and Zakat, established by Executive Decree No. 21-179 on May 3, 2021. This bureau, an independent financial and industrial entity, is empowered to conclude contracts, create banks, and establish commercial relationships to contribute to Algeria’s economic sustainability.

🎯Conference Goals

This conference aims to restore the crucial role of the awqaf institution in Algerian society through the following objectives:

🔸Study the origin, evolution, and current state of the awqaf sector in Algeria.

🔸Analyze the mechanisms for collecting and investing resources in this sector.

🔸Propose mechanisms for mobilizing new awqaf resources by integrating opportunities and challenges related to digital developments.

🗂️Conference main Topics

🔸History and concept of awqaf.

🔸Legal and regulatory aspects of awqaf in Algeria.

🔸Innovations in awaqf: temporary awqaf, monetary awqaf, stock awqaf, and digital transformations.

🔸The role of awqaf in local development.

🔸Contributions of awqaf in cultural, educational, social, and economic domains.

🔸Mobilization of financial resources of awqaf.

🔸Mechanisms and tools for awqaf capital investment.

🔸Case studies on awaqf at the global and national levels.

🔸Algeria's experience with awqaf: opportunities and challenge.

👨‍🏫Scientific committee chair

Presidency of the Scientific Committee: * Prof. Abdallah Benmansour
* Prof. Slimane Merabet
* Prof. Soufiane Koudid

Prof. Abdelkader Benazzouz– High Islamic Council, Algeria
Prof. Abdelkader Chachi – Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University, Turkey
Prof. Abdellah Benmansour– University of Tlemcen, Algeria
Prof. Abdelrahman Al-Sanoussi – High Islamic Council, Algeria, Algeria
Prof Abul hassan Farooqi - King Faisal University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Prof. Ahmed Belouafi – King Abdulaziz University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Prof Ahmed Matar - President of the World Organization for Economic Planning (WOEP), Turkey
Prof. Boualem Ben Djellali – Raritan Institute, United States of America
Prof. Boumediene Taibi - Saida University, Algeria
Prof. Fares Djafri - INCEIF University, Malaysia
Prof. Farès Mesdour – University of Blida, Algeria
Prof. Kamal Ladrâa – University of Blida, Algeria
Prof. Khadidja Khaldi– University of Tlemcen, Algeria
Prof. Layachi Faddad –University of Marmara , Turkey
Prof. Mohammed Al-Suhaibani – Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Prof. Mohammed Benbouziane - University of Tlemcen, Algeria
Prof. Mohammed Boudjellal– High Islamic Council, Algeria, Algeria
Prof. Nacer Salah Eddine Gherbi - University of Tlemcen, Algeria
Prof. Nader Al-Neifar – Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Prof. Oudan Bougfala– University of Tiaret, Alger
Prof. Said Bouheroua – INCEIF University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Prof. Seifeldine Tadjeldine – Markfield Institute of Higher Education, United Kingdom
Prof. Saleh Salhi – University of Sétif, Algeria
Dr. Salim Masdi – Imam Muhammad bin Saud University,, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Dr. Suhail Al-Tamimi – Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Prof. Syed Nazim Ali - Hamad bin khalifa University, Qatar
Prof. Tawfiq Al-Bashir – Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Prof. Yahya Haoulia - Ain Temouchent University, Algeria
Prof. Younous Soualhi - University Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia
Prof. Zoheir Tafer - University of Tlemcen, Algeria
Dr. Ahmed Zeghoudi - University of Tlemcen, Algeria

🤵🏻Organization commitee

Presidency of the Organizing Committee : Dr. Fodil Benkhaldi
Dr. Fatima Allem
Dr. Redouane Belhadj

Dr. Amina Zendagui
Dr. Arslan Derrar
Dr. Asmaa Hadjila
Dr. Ikram Benazza
Dr. Karim Tchouar
Dr. Khadidja ImeneTabet Aoul.
Dr. Khaled Messaad
Dr. Mimouna Mahjour

📆Timeline for Submissions

🔴Deadline for full paper submission: February 15, 2026

🔴Acceptance notifications : March 25, 2026

🔴Conference dates: April 22-23, 2026

Congress Flayer (Click here)👆

📄Paper template ( Please upload it in Word format. ) 👇

English paper.docx

Please submit the contributions via the following link : google form

🔴Important note: The outstanding articles that meet scientific standards will be published in the MECAS journal .

🌿AL-Awqaf… an investment in people, and a foundation for the future of generations. 🌿

Through the development of endowments, we revive in our societies the values of giving, reinforce the principles of social justice, and strengthen the spirit of sustainable solidarity.

By enhancing endowment management methods and deepening community partnerships, endowment institutions strive to contribute to building a cohesive society and a prosperous economy grounded in enduring values and principles.

🌿AL-Awqaf continuous act of giving and an everlasting impact... 🌿

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