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TSAS WP14 06 Misunderstanding Muslim Converts in Canada a Critical Discussion of Muslim Converts in the Contexts of Security and Society

Misunderstanding Muslim Converts in Canada: A Critical Discussion of Muslim Converts in the Contexts of Security and Society TSAS Working Paper Working Paper Number: TSAS-WP14-06 This working paper critically examines public and policy discourse surrounding Muslim converts in Canada, particularly in relation to security concerns. The paper argues that prevailing narratives often mischaracterize the experiences and motivations of converts, leading to ineffective security policies and social stigmatization. The study draws on interviews and existing research to provide a more nuanced understanding of conversion to Islam in the Canadian context. Published by the Canadian Network for Research on Terrorism, Security and Society (TSAS). TSAS working papers are peer-reviewed publications that address a range of topics related to terrorism, security, and society in Canada and internationally. Working papers undergo review by TSAS affiliates and external experts before publication.