Islam has always emphasized the pursuit of knowledge, the contemplation of creation, and the obligation to benefit humanity. Yet today, the integration of faith and reason—once the hallmark of Islamic civilization—has been largely neglected. While past Muslim scholars pioneered advancements at diverse fronts driven by both intellectual rigor and spiritual conviction, much of the contemporary Muslim world remains disconnected from this spirit. The Muslim ummah, as a fifth of the world's population, cannot remain passive in the face of global crises. From climate action to technological ethics, from economic inequality to ecological responsibility, Muslims have both a spiritual duty and a civilizational role to play in shaping the common future of humanity. The revival of that ethos is necessary in order to reclaim a glorious past and shape a meaningful, responsible, and hopeful future. Reviving the spirit of inquiry in Islam is not a luxury but a necessity. Through this revival, Muslims can fulfill their role as khulafāʾ (stewards) of the Earth and as shuhadāʾ (witnesses) to the truth.

Tajdid, our flagship initiative is a call to rediscover and reawaken the Islamic foundations of scientific inquiry and ethical reasoning. It is a response to the urgent need for Muslim thinkers, scientists, scholars, and communities to engage critically with the modern world, not from a position of reaction, but from one of contribution.

At the core of Tajdid is our belief that Quran, Hadith and the teachings of Quroon-e-Aula encourage reason, reflection, and inquiry. These divine principles laid the foundation for a civilization that once led the world in science, philosophy, medicine, astronomy, mathematics, and more. We draw inspiration from the teachings of Islam to nurture a mindset rooted in ethics, curiosity, and the pursuit of truth. Through Tajdid, we explore and share the stories of forgotten visionaries—pioneers who changed the world with their ideas. We encourage students, researchers, and educators to reflect on the Islamic teachings of inquiry, creativity, and purpose in today’s academic and scientific landscape. The initiative spans over hosting articles, discussions, campaigns, collaborative research projects and more activities that reconnect us with our intellectual roots and inspire a new era of discovery grounded in values and vision. By embracing both revelation and reason, Muslims can offer solutions grounded in values of justice, compassion, and sustainability which are desperately needed in a fragmented and rapidly changing world.