Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO) was established by the Organisation of the Islamic Conference (OIC) in May 1979. ISESCO is one of the largest international Islamic organizations and specializes in the fields of education, science, and culture. Its headquarters are in Rabat, Morocco.

According to the ISESCO website, its objectives include strengthening and promoting and consolidating cooperation among Member States (OIC) in the fields of education, science, culture and communication, developing applied sciences and use of advanced technology within the framework of Islamic values and ideals, consolidating understanding among Muslim peoples, and contributing to the achievement of world peace and security, particularly through education, science, culture and communication.

External links

* [http://www.isesco.org.ma ISESCO Website]
* [http://www.isesco.org.ma/English/historique.html About ISESCO]
* [http://www.oic-oci.org OIC Website]


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