X-CRaD is governed by a structure that ensures academic excellence, research integrity, and institutional effectiveness. Our leadership comprises distinguished scholars and administrators committed to advancing Islamic scholarship through rigorous academic inquiry and innovative research methodologies.

Leadership

Our leadership team brings together decades of experience in Islamic studies, academic administration, and scholarly research. Each member contributes unique expertise while sharing our commitment to excellence in Islamic scholarship and education.

Dr. Abdullah Rahman

President

Dr. Abdullah Rahman serves as President of X-CRaD, bringing over 25 years of experience in Islamic scholarship and institutional leadership. His research focuses on Islamic legal theory and contemporary applications of maqasid al-shariah. He holds a Ph.D. in Islamic Studies from the University of Oxford and an M.A. in Islamic Law from Al-Azhar University.

Dr. Rahman has published extensively on the intersection of Islamic law and human rights, and his work has been translated into multiple languages. Before joining X-CRaD, he served as Dean of Islamic Studies at several prestigious universities and has been a visiting scholar at institutions across Europe, Asia, and North America.