Straight Path Convention returns for 13th edition with focus on influence

KUALA LUMPUR: The Straight Path Convention (TSP) returns for its 13th edition on Nov 14 and 15, focusing on how influence can strengthen Muslim identity and shape society.

The annual English-language Islamic educational convention will be held at the Grand Banquet Hall, UTM Hotel & Residence, Kuala Lumpur, under the theme "INFLUENCE: Impact That Shapes Your Legacy".

The two-day event aims to explore how people can use their influence, regardless of their background or position, to promote positive values and contribute to society.

TSP co-founders and directors Haji Ariff and Encik Farid said influence should not be measured by popularity, social media following or position, but by the positive changes people bring to the lives of others.

"Every individual has influence, whether they realise it or not. However, true influence is not measured by the number of followers, popularity or one's position, but by the goodness one spreads and the positive changes one brings into the lives of others," they said.

FIVE SPEAKERS FROM FIVE COUNTRIES

This year's convention will feature five speakers from five countries: Dr Ali Albarghouthi (Canada), Dr Muhammad Salah (Egypt), Dr Abu Hafiz Salleh Hudin (Malaysia), Sheikh Hisham Abu Yusuf (United Kingdom) and Sheikh Wael Ibrahim (Australia).

The speakers will lead sessions exploring various aspects of influence in personal and societal life, covering topics such as "The Silent Influencer", "Beyond the Screen, Home: Where Influence Begins", "Flipping the Narrative: Islamophobia" and "The Price of Fame".

The convention will conclude with a session titled "Be the Influence", encouraging participants to apply what they have learnt through meaningful action.

CONVENTION EXPANDS REACH 

For the first time, TSP will also be broadcast live on Tonton, allowing those unable to attend in person to follow the sessions online.

The organisers said this year's theme reflected the need for Muslims to understand how influence, particularly through social media, could shape people's thoughts and behaviour.

They said the convention would also examine how influence could be channelled responsibly through Islamic principles.

The organisers hope the event will offer fresh perspectives and encourage participants to become agents of positive change in their communities.

The convention will be held at the Grand Banquet Hall, UTM Hotel & Residence, Kuala Lumpur.

For more information and ticket purchases, visit TSP's official website. The live broadcast will be available on Tonton.