The College of Islamic Studies at Hamad Bin Khalifa University recently hosted a conference in Doha, Qatar, titled “The Role of Genetic Fingerprinting in Contemporary Society 2024.” The conference focused on the issues surrounding proving and denying children’s lineage from jurisprudential, societal, and legal perspectives. His Eminence Sheikh Dr. Thaqeel Al Shammari, Vice President of the Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC) and Judge on the Court of Cassation, State of Qatar, gave the keynote speech at the conference, emphasizing the importance of gathering expert knowledge and generating insightful discussions in the field.
The conference, held from October 2 to 3 at Minaretein, Education City, explored the theme, “The Study of Negating or Confirming Parentage from Jurisprudential, Societal, and Legal Perspectives.” Discussions at the event included topics such as the regulation of parentage verification of newborns and the protection of children’s rights. There were also comparisons of the validity and use of genetic fingerprinting within legal systems across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), along with insights and best practices from the region.
Dr. Recep Şentürk, Dean of the College of Islamic Studies, praised the conference for connecting Islamic thought with the practice of law in the MENA region. The multidisciplinary discourse aimed to build capacity among legal practitioners to address important issues in the community. The event demonstrated the university’s commitment to contributing to the intellectual debate and constructive dialogue on Islam in a global context.
The conference provided a platform for experts to discuss the implications of genetic fingerprinting on contemporary society. The insights shared during the event will help inform future policies and practices related to parentage verification and children’s rights. The gathering also served to highlight the importance of collaboration and dialogue among legal practitioners in the MENA region.
Participants at the conference engaged in thought-provoking discussions on the role of genetic fingerprinting in contemporary society. The event not only fostered expertise and capacity-building among legal practitioners but also promoted a deeper understanding of the intersection between Islamic thought and legal practices. By bringing together experts from various disciplines, the conference facilitated a comprehensive exploration of the issues at hand.
Moving forward, the insights and best practices shared at the conference will likely inform future research and policy development in the MENA region. By continuing to engage in constructive dialogue and collaboration on these important issues, the College of Islamic Studies at Hamad Bin Khalifa University is poised to make a meaningful impact on the field of genetic fingerprinting and its implications for contemporary society.
