Role of Media in Promoting Religious Moderation, Balance at Indonesia Book Fair

The Muslim Council of Elders' pavilion concluded its participation in the 22nd edition of the Indonesia International Islamic Book Fair 2024, held in the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, by organizing a cultural seminar titled "Strategy for Mainstreaming Religious Moderation and Balance in the Media." 

The seminar was presented by Habib Hussein Jafar, a well-known Indonesian social media activist and influencer, and moderated by Nasih Nasrallah, a journalist at Republika newspaper. The seminar addressed the role of media in promoting the values of religious moderation and balance and discussed mechanisms for utilizing media platforms to guide public opinion towards a balanced and moderate understanding of religious values, while avoiding extremism and fanaticism. It also highlighted the importance of moderation as a methodology that enhances social peace and curbs the spread of extremist ideas that undermine social cohesion and negatively impact the stability of societies.

At the beginning of the seminar, Habib Hussein Jafar praised the role of the Muslim Council of Elders and its various initiatives, noting that he takes inspiration from the Council's pioneering experience in his advocacy for spreading the values of moderation, tolerance, and human coexistence among different religious and cultural communities. He also expressed his appreciation for the Council's participation in the Indonesia International Islamic Book Fair, which aligns with the Council's ongoing commitment to supporting efforts to raise intellectual awareness among Muslims and to shed light on key intellectual and cultural issues. This is rooted in the belief that deepening knowledge among individuals in different societies contributes to promoting values of moderation and tolerance, making them more open to accepting and respecting others.