European Journal of Islamic Finance

Special Issue - Frontiers of Innovation, Sustainability, and Inclusion in Islamic Finance

Introduction

Special issue - frontiers of innovation, sustainability, and inclusion in islamic finance. Special issue on Islamic finance frontiers: innovation, sustainability, and inclusion. Features NACIF conference research on Fintech, ESG, social impact.

Abstract

Special issue: Frontiers of Innovation, Sustainability, and Inclusion in Islamic Finance Guest Editors: Prof. Mohammad Kabir Hassan, Full Professor (mhassan@uno.edu). This special issue is linked with the 3rd North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF) held in Houston (Texas), October 17-18, 2025. The purpose of the conference is to foster the sharing of global knowledge. It is an international forum for Islamic finance scholars and practitioners to discuss and collaborate on the various innovative practices that are being used in the Islamic finance industry. Ultimately, the goal of NACIF is to facilitate sustainable finance practices that benefit society at all levels. All the papers will be subject to the journal's peer-review policies. Key Areas of Focus Fintech ESG Social impact Regulatory innovation Financial inclusion For the Paper publication process and more information about the journal, please refer to https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/EJIF/about/submissions and the submitting author is expected to select "NACIF Conference - Special Issue Paper" during the submission process. Important dates and deadlines: Submission Deadline: November 30, 2025 Review Process: December 2025 – February 2026 Final Manuscript Delivery to EJIF: March 2026 Publication of Special Issue: May/June 2026

Review

This special issue, "Frontiers of Innovation, Sustainability, and Inclusion in Islamic Finance," represents a highly relevant and timely initiative for the advancement of the field. Its direct linkage to the 3rd North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF) provides a robust platform for scholars and practitioners to disseminate cutting-edge research and foster international collaboration. The choice of Professor Mohammad Kabir Hassan as Guest Editor is particularly commendable, given his extensive expertise and respected standing within Islamic finance, which bodes well for attracting high-quality submissions. The overarching goal to facilitate sustainable finance practices that benefit society at all levels aligns perfectly with contemporary global challenges and the ethical foundations of Islamic finance, positioning this special issue to make a significant and impactful contribution. The identified key areas of focus – Fintech, ESG, Social impact, Regulatory innovation, and Financial inclusion – are precisely where the most dynamic and critical developments in Islamic finance are currently occurring. These themes collectively highlight the multifaceted challenges and opportunities facing the industry, from leveraging technological advancements to enhancing ethical investment practices and expanding access to financial services for underserved populations. By addressing these salient topics, the special issue promises to explore how Islamic finance can not only innovate internally but also integrate more effectively into the broader global financial ecosystem, driving both commercial viability and socio-economic welfare. This comprehensive thematic scope ensures that the special issue will attract diverse perspectives and rigorous scholarship across theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented domains. The announcement provides clear and comprehensive details regarding the submission process, important dates, and the commitment to the journal's peer-review policies. This transparency is crucial for prospective authors and underscores the commitment to academic rigor and quality control, which is essential for a special issue of this caliber. Authors are encouraged to submit original research that pushes the boundaries in these key areas, offering innovative solutions, robust empirical analysis, or insightful conceptual frameworks. This special issue holds significant potential to enrich the academic discourse, inform policy-making, and guide industry practices, thereby significantly contributing to the evolution and impact of Islamic finance globally.

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