Australian Muslim Identities and the Question of Intra-Muslim Dialogue

This paper explores the connection between intra-religious dialogue and Muslim identities in Australia. Drawing on empirical literature analysis, this article investigates increasing identification interplay Australian Muslims from different sects, sub-sects faith-based groups of Islam. It argues intra-Muslim is gaining more noticeability among working to build civic inclusive identities. At same time, points socio-political, organisational sectarian issues challenging unity To achieve genuine long-lasting intra-faith relations, for a need develop organic, theologically contextually grounded articulations The concludes that diverse experiences identity formation Australia serve as an impetus strengthening relations based previous success with inter-faith initiatives, well intergroup contact non-Muslims.