Islam in the Anglosphere: Perspectives of Young Muslims in Australia, the UK and the USA

Contents
1 Transcending Orientalism, Islamophobia, and Victimhood
	1.1 Introduction
	1.2 Going Beyond the Limitations of Orientalism, Islamophobia, and Victimhood
	1.3 Research Method
	1.4 Structure of the Book
	References
2 Young Muslims and Living with Discrimination in the Anglosphere
	2.1 Introduction
	2.2 Lived Reality—A Part of Life
	2.3 Micro Acts of Discrimination and ‘Othering’ as Part of Daily Life
	2.4 The Impact of Changing and Far-Right Politics on the Treatment of Muslims
	2.5 The Impacts of Islamophobic Policies on Society’s Attitudes Toward Muslims
	2.6 Role of Media, Islamophobia, and the Roots of Misconception
	2.7 A Desire for Alternative Media and Narratives About Muslims
	2.8 The Possibility to Enact Change on Social Media
	2.9 Discrimination at School and University
	2.10 Discrimination at Workplace
	2.11 Discrimination in Public Spaces
	2.12 Gender
	2.13 Justifications for, or Downplaying of, Discrimination
	2.14 Super “Normal”
	2.15 Ambassadors of Islam
	2.16 Defiance
	2.17 Social Distancing
	2.18 Conclusion
	References
3 Multilayered Identity of Young Muslims in the Anglosphere
	3.1 Introduction
	3.2 Existing Literature of Muslim Identity in the West
	3.3 Multiple Identities: Fluidity and Harmony
	3.4 Multiple Identities: Clashes
	3.5 Western Home and Identity
	3.6 Human Rights and Liberal Freedoms
	3.7 Greater Freedoms for Women
	3.8 Disconnection with Western Country
	3.9 Maintaining Connection with Countries of Origin
	3.10 Identity Through Entertainment Media
	3.11 Conclusion
	References
4 Young Muslims in the Anglosphere and Expression of Faith
	4.1 Introduction
	4.2 Muslims’ Relationship with Islam
	4.3 Participant’s Relationship with Religion
	4.4 Religion as Identity
	4.5 Consultations with Imams
	4.6 Going Online to Engage with Faith
	4.7 Interfaith Engagement
	4.8 Conclusion
	References
5 Sharia and Young Muslims in the Anglosphere
	5.1 Introduction
	5.2 Literature on Sharia in the West
	5.3 Advocating for Sharia in the West
	5.4 Sharia Laws Are not Culturally Relevant in Modern Society
	5.5 Sharia Was Designed Solely for Muslim Majority Societies
	5.6 Conclusion
	References
6 Engagement Inside Home (Australia/UK/USA) Country
	6.1 Introduction
	6.2 Muslims and Engagement with Society
	6.3 Local Community Volunteering and Associations
	6.4 Volunteer Work via Mosque
	6.5 Socializing Within Mosque and Faith Associations
	6.6 Participation and Volunteering Outside of Faith Community
	6.7 Generational Gaps: Distancing from the ‘Community’
	6.8 Religious and Ethnic Communities Are Too Insular
	6.9 Widening Gaps Between New and Older Generations of Muslims in the West
	6.10 Problematic Gender Perceptions and Attitudes Within the Community
	6.11 Discriminatory Attitudes Within the Community
	6.12 Conclusion
	References
7 Transnational Engagement of Young Muslims: The Global Citizen
	7.1 Introduction
	7.2 Country of Origin
	7.3 Identifying and Connecting with Issues in the Muslim World
	7.4 Keeping Up-To-Date and Connected with Muslim World Politics
	7.5 Global Citizen and Keeping Informed of International News
	7.6 Forming Connections with Others Around the World
	7.7 The Ability and Desire for Young Muslims to Create Change
	7.8 Taking Action
	7.9 Transnational Charity Work
	7.10 Conclusion
	References
8 National, Transnational, and Global Political Participation of Young Muslims
	8.1 Introduction
	8.2 Muslims and Political Participation
	8.3 Democracy
	8.4 Democracy Beyond Borders
	8.5 Voting and Running for Office
	8.6 A Belief or Feeling of Duty in Voting
	8.7 Disinterest or Disenchantment in Voting
	8.8 Running for Office and Muslim Representation in Politics
	8.9 Concerns that Politics Threatens Islamic Values
	8.10 Participating in Protests
	8.11 Conclusion
	References
9 Intersectionality, Complexity, Agency, and Resilience of Young Muslims in the Anglosphere
	Reference
Appendix A—Table of Demographical Details of the Sample
Appendix B—Table of Pseudonyms, Gender, Place of Origin/Ethnicity
Index