3. Social Model Design Competition: Information Technology Applications in Practicing Islam

The aim of this competition is to design social models that facilitate the practice of Islamic principles and rules through information technology applications. Participants are expected to develop social models that fulfil this purpose.

Information technologies have become integrated into every aspect of modern life and have significantly shaped social structures. In this context, participants are expected to propose solutions that make the core teachings, moral values, acts of worship, social responsibilities, and interpersonal relations in Islam more accessible and applicable through digital platforms. Example projects might include offering Islamic education through digital platforms, creating applications that provide easy access to Islamic knowledge, interactive platforms based on religious information, or systems that enable tracking of Islamic obligations such as zakat and sadaqah in digital environments. Furthermore, mobile applications, social media strategies, and digital engagement projects that help integrate Islamic teachings into daily life are also within the scope of this competition. The ultimate goal is to spread Islamic teachings via digital platforms in a manner suited to contemporary needs, making them easier to practice in daily life.

SAMPLE MODEL

Education Level: Associate / Bachelor’s
Theme: Information Technology Applications in Practicing Islam
Social Model Title: Digital Islam Platform (DIP)

Unique Value: DIP is an innovative social model that integrates Islamic principles and rules with modern information technologies. It aims to support Muslims in practicing their daily acts of worship, enhance their religious education, and raise awareness in a user-friendly and technologically advanced way.

Model Methodology:

• Mobile Application: Offers features like worship guides, prayer reminders, and a Qibla direction finder. Also allows users to read the Qur'an with translation and commentary.
• Educational Portal: Includes online courses and interactive lessons on hadith and Islamic jurisprudence.
• Community Feature: Enables users to ask religious questions to experts and interact with fellow Muslims.
• Artificial Intelligence Integration: Provides personalized reminders and suggestions based on individual worship habits.
• Social Responsibility Module: Offers a platform for participating in charity campaigns and mutual aid initiatives.

Model Feasibility: The project can be implemented through collaboration between the Presidency of Religious Affairs, universities, and technology companies. Content can be produced in multiple languages for international use.

Widespread Impact: Religious awareness increases, and access to worship practices and Islamic knowledge becomes more widespread. Interaction among Muslims is strengthened, and Islam’s universal values are more clearly understood worldwide. This platform becomes a model example of how technology can be effectively used to facilitate the practice of Islam.