Institute for Social Policy and Understanding

Research Making an Impact

The Institute for Social Policy and Understanding, a non-profit research and education institution, has collected and published research on Americans who are Muslim for nearly 20 years. That research provides the bedrock and context for these online courses, created by ReligionandPublicLife.org and supplemented by a collection of resources from other institutions and scholars.

The Institute for Social Policy and Understanding equips professionals with solution-seeking research in cultivating their understanding of the legal and political challenges faced by American Muslims. Many of these challenges arise as a result of the current geopolitical climate and widespread misinformation and misunderstanding. Anti-Muslim sentiment and targeted policies that infringe on personal and religious freedom are the new normal. Learn to apply ISPU’s public policy research and examine the structural barriers that hinder the American Muslim community from full inclusion and participation. The sources and exercises provide people with an accurate understanding of American Muslim communities, equipping them to build and sustain allyship and identifying common challenges and solutions.

We promote full and equitable inclusion with solution-seeking research

Earn a Certificate in American Muslim Life

Earn a professional certificate by applying objective research and education about American Muslims to support well-informed dialogue and decision-making.

All learners of ISPU’s online courses have full access to the rich benefits that come with ReligionAndPublicLife.org, a social learning community. 

  • Social Networking: Join a vibrant community by creating custom profiles, messaging peers, and engaging in dynamic discussions. Share documents, videos, and images, and stay connected through activity feeds and discussion forums. Organizers and staff can easily send group messages to keep everyone in the loop.
  • Award-Winning Learning Management System: Benefit from an interactive, social learning platform that caters to diverse learning styles. Dive into compelling videos, participate in retention games, and gain insights from national experts while engaging with fellow learners in a rich, collaborative environment.
  • Integrated Bookstore: Seamlessly enroll in courses and certificate programs using our integrated e-commerce system. Take advantage of discount and scholarship codes, and keep track of your purchase history, all within your social learning profile.
  • Support Desk & Live Chat: Enjoy peace of mind knowing help is always at hand. Whether you need to submit a support ticket or engage in live chat with an advisor, our support services are available Monday through Thursday, 10 am to 3 pm Eastern. All interactions are seamlessly integrated into your profile for a personalized support experience.
  • Free Mobile App: Our custom mobile app allows you to access your courses, profiles, discussion forums, and support services on the go. Available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, it ensures you stay connected to your learning community anytime, anywhere.
  • Privacy and Security: Rest easy knowing that your privacy is protected by state-of-the-art security protocols. Our platform is optimized for speed and reliability, ensuring a safe and smooth learning experience.

Single-Course Bulk Pricing

Organizations take advantage of the following bulk pricing, allowing their users to choose any single course from the above list.

Users
Single Course
Discount
Total Cost
Savings!
1
$ 56
0%
$ 56
$ 0
100
$ 5,600
10%
$ 5,040
$ 560
150
$ 8,400
15%
$ 7,140
$ 1,260
200
$ 11,200
20%
$ 8,960
$ 2,240

Five-Course Certificate Bulk Pricing

Purchase the five-course certificate program for 100 users or more and enjoy the following exclusive benefits:

  • Seamless Integration: Implement Single Sign-On (SSO) for .edu accounts, ensuring a smooth and secure login experience for all your users.
  • Onsite Presentation: Welcome a national ISPU expert to your campus for a 90-minute presentation, inclusive of a Q&A session, multimedia, and downloadable slides for 100+ attendees. (Travel not included.)
  • Professional Certificate: Upon completion of the five courses, learners will receive a professional certificate that they can easily sync to their LinkedIn profile, enhancing their professional credentials and visibility.
Users
Five-Courses
Discount
Total Cost
Savings!
1
$ 280
0%
$ 280
$ 0
100
$ 28,000
40%
$ 16,800
$ 11,200
150
$ 42,000
45%
$ 23,100
$ 18,900
200
$ 56,000
50%
$ 28,000
$ 28,000

Our Experts. Your Success.

Saher Selod

Director of Research
Institute for Social Policy and Understanding

Petra Alsoofy

Senior Outreach and Partnerships Manager
Institute for Social Policy and Understanding

Erum Ikamullah

Senior Research Project Manager
Institute for Social Policy and Understanding

Our Services

Hire experts from the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding to serve as keynote speakers and panelists for online and onsite events. Schedule online or onsite workshops for journalists, government officials, law enforcement, religious leaders, and teachers. Hire ISPU consultants to design research projects, strategic plans, community programs, and educational experiences. All fees benefit the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding, a nonprofit research organization.

Live
Webinar

Customized Educational Experience
$1,000
00

Donation benefits the Institute for Social Policy
and Understanding
  • 90-minute workshop
  • Breakout rooms
  • Cloud recording
  • Downloadable slides
  • Up to 100 attendees
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Onsite
Presentation

Keynote from National Expert
$3,000
00

Donation benefits the Institute for Social Policy
and Understanding
  • 90-minute program
  • Q&A Period
  • Multimedia
  • Downloadable slides
  • For 100+ attendees

Professional
Development

Specialized Training Program
$5,000
00

Donation benefits the Institute for Social Policy
and Understanding
  • Customized training for journalists, government officials, law enforcement, religious leaders, teachers
  • One day retreat
  • Downloadable slides
  • For 10–50 attendees

Custom
Consultation

Hire ISPU Experts
Starting at $2,500
Donation benefits the Institute for Social Policy
and Understanding
  • Curriculum Design
  • Policy Analysis
  • Program Planning
  • Strategic Planning
  • Research Project
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