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We support researchers in creating work that is ethical, spiritually rooted, and academically rigorous.

Research Guidelines

Why Research Ethics Matter

Research in Islamic Psychology ensures scientific integrity. It must honor the dignity of every person, uphold the integrity of Islamic knowledge, and follow rigorous scientific methods.

IAIP’s Core Principles(or Research Ethics Framework) ensure that all studies in our field protect participants, respect sacred knowledge with scholarly grounding, and contribute to a trustworthy and evolving body of evidence that serves humanity.

Core Principles

Scholarly Authenticity

Islamic Psychology must be rooted in the Qur'an, hadith, and taught with rigorous academic standards. IAIP verifies accurate representation, proper sourcing, and rigorous academic standards

Bridging Wisdom

We are connecting classical Islamic knowledge with modern psychology. Instead of choosing between tradition or contemporary science, we combine them in a way where both strengthen each other.

Human Dignity (Karama)

Protect and honor human dignity in every application of Islamic Psychology. Respecting every participant’s wellbeing, autonomy, privacy, and rights.

Accountability

IAIP establishes accountability standards for all Islamic Psychology professionals. Submit work for ethical review, follow standards, and demonstrate commitment to advancing the field responsibly.

Informed Consent & Safety

Submit work for ethical review, follow standards, and address conflicts of interest.

Faithful Representation

Respect every participant’s wellbeing, autonomy, privacy, and rights.

Research Guidelines

What Researchers Must Follow

Researchers must follow IAIP’s ethics, apply rigorous methods, treat Islamic sources carefully, and protect participants with full transparency and integrity.

Research Guidelines

IAIP’s Research Ethics Framework

Respectful engagement with Islamic texts and tradition

Clear and honest reporting of data

Protection of sensitive and spiritual information

Responsible use of case studies and client narratives

Adherence to local and international research ethics laws

Strengthens the future

of Islamic psychology through sustainable systems and transparent governance that guide the field forward.

Research Guidelines

What Researchers Must Follow

Researchers must follow IAIP’s ethics, apply rigorous methods, treat Islamic sources carefully, and protect participants with full transparency and integrity.

Research Guidelines

IAIP’s Research Ethics Framework

Respectful engagement with Islamic texts and tradition

Clear and honest reporting of data

Protection of sensitive and spiritual information

Responsible use of case studies and client narratives

Adherence to local and international research ethics laws

Strengthens the future

of Islamic psychology through sustainable systems and transparent governance that guide the field forward.

Ethical Review Process

Research Submission Steps
1

Submit Proposal


Upload study design, consent forms, and methodology.

2

Initial Screening


Team checks completeness and alignment with basic requirements.

3

Ethics Committee Evaluation

Senior reviewers assess Islamic grounding, scientific rigor, and participant protections.

4

Feedback & Revisions

Researchers receive guidance to strengthen ethical compliance.

5

Approval & Registration

Approved studies receive IAIP ethical clearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the research ethics 

IAIP welcomes research proposals that contribute to the advancement of Islamic Psychology and Islamically integrated mental health. Proposals may include empirical studies, theoretical research, clinical research, interdisciplinary studies, or projects exploring the integration of Islamic intellectual tradition with contemporary psychological sciences.

All research submitted to IAIP must adhere to recognized research ethics standards, including informed consent, protection of participants, confidentiality, and responsible data handling. Research involving vulnerable populations or sensitive topics must demonstrate appropriate safeguards and ethical oversight.

Researchers can submit their proposals through the online submission form available on this page. Applicants will be asked to provide a research summary, methodology, ethical considerations, and relevant supporting documentation. Once submitted, proposals are reviewed by the IAIP research ethics committee.

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