A Leading Figure in Spiritual Diplomacy and Civilizational Dialogues

Sayyid Sharif Mohamed Amine Ouradj El Hassani, born in the Arab Maghreb in December 1982, is a distinguished International Speaker specializing in Spiritual Diplomacy and Civilizational issues. His career is marked by a strong commitment to Intercultural and Interreligious understanding. He is particularly noted for his influential leadership in Asia, where his initiatives have positively impacted diverse communities.

International Recognition

Sayyid Mohamed Amine’s influence extends across Asia, notably in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. His remarkable contributions to Spiritual Security and Peace Initiatives are widely recognized and respected. He is dedicated to bridging divides through enriching cross-faith and cultural dialogues, fostering mutual respect and a deeper understanding among varied communities.

International Recognition

Sayyid Mohamed Amine’s influence extends across Asia, notably in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. His remarkable contributions to Spiritual Security and Peace Initiatives are widely recognized and respected. He is dedicated to bridging divides through enriching cross-faith and cultural dialogues, fostering mutual respect and a deeper understanding among varied communities.

Youth and Education

Originating from a distinguished Sharifian lineage in Fès, steeped from early childhood in a profound academic and spiritual tradition, Sharif Mohamed El Hassani began his Quranic studies at the tender age of four. His intellectual and spiritual growth was significantly shaped by the meticulous mentorship of his father and uncles, whose guidance was instrumental in his extensive immersion in the Prophetic Sciences, including Hadith, Sunnah, and Tazkiyah.

Academic and University Background

Sharif Mohamed El Hassani’s advanced academic pursuit commenced with specialized studies in Design and Visual Communication at Creapole College of Applied Arts and Visual Communication in Paris. He subsequently earned a Bachelor’s degree in Public Law and a Master’s degree in Political Science from the University of Nice Sophia-Antipolis in France. He then pursued a Master’s in Diplomatic Studies at Mohammed V University in Morocco, where his thesis explored « Sharifian Diplomacy and Spiritual Diplomacy. » In 2016, he was proposed for an Honoris Causa Doctorate by Malaysia’s Minister of Higher Education, Dato Sri Paduka Mohd Shafi’i. Presently, Sayyid Sharif serves as a Doctoral Researcher in Diplomacy and an International Speaker, with his scholarly focus on « Diplomacy in the Context of Prophetic Civilization and Its Contemporary Relevance. »

Spiritual and Jurisprudential studies

Sayyid Mohamed’s diverse and extensive spiritual and academic nurturing, shaped by a distinguished lineage of scholars, reflects his deep engagement with both spiritual and jurisprudential studies, each contributing significantly to his expertise:

• Al Habib Umar bin Hafidh, Rector of Dar Al Mostafa in Tarim, has granted him multiple certifications (ijazat) in the propagation of science and the authority of narration across various disciplines.

• Dr. Sheikh Moulay Touhami Ghitaoui Alaoui, Head of Rabita ‘Ulama for Religious Affairs, has served as a mentor in Jurisprudence.

• Dr. Sidi Abdelhamid Zouiten, Dean of Ulama of Al Qarawiyin, has been a mentor in Tazkiyah and Sufism.

• Dr. Prof. Moulay Abdellah Cherif Ouazzani has guided him in Spiritual Diplomacy.

• Sheikh ‘Allamah Salim ibn Ibrahim Touati, a renowned Jurisconsult, has provided mentorship in Tazkiyah and Fiqh.

• Sheikh ‘Allamah Moulay El Hadj, a renowned scholar, has mentored him in Daawa, Suluk, and Hadith.

Dr. Sayyid Ahmed bin Sayyid Muhammad Bin Alawi Al Maliki El Hassani and Sheikh Maimun Bin Zubeir Al Sarani have awarded him additional Hadith authorizations (Ijazas).

Coexistence , peace and Softpower

Sayyid Sharif Mohamed Amine Ouradj El Hassani is a leadingedge ambassador of peace and dialogue, dedicated to advancing intercultural and interreligious understanding. His unique blend of academic insight and spiritual wisdom establishes him as a key figure in the realm of spiritual diplomacy. Through his unwavering commitment to global harmony, he plays a transformative role in bridging cultural and religious divides, solidifying his essential contribution to advancing peace and mutual respect on a global scale.