The centenary congress of the Pontifical Institute for Arabic and Islamic Studies (PISAI), titled “For a Future of Excellence: One Hundred Years Between Mission and Formation,” will take place on December 11–12, 2026, at the Pontifical Urbaniana University in Rome. Marking the 1926–2026 centenary, the international conference explores the historical, academic, and theological dimensions of Christian-Muslim dialogue across seven dedicated presentation sessions, a keynote address, and a round table discussion with PISAI alumni. The event concludes with a private audience with His Holiness Pope Leone XIV at the Vatican.
Fully funded by the Anawati Chair (Idéo).Included Expenses: Round-trip flights, local train/bus travel, administrative visa fees, accommodation in Rome, congress registration fees, catering,
Participation Fees
Free (fully covered by the scholarship).
Commitment Deposit: Selected candidates must pay a temporary commitment deposit of 5,000 EGP before October 31st.
Registration Period
Application Deadline: August 21st, 2026
