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ACCULTURATION OF THE HALAL CONCEPT AT THE MATIJA GUBEC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL IN ZAGREB
Ljiljana Klinger
; Matija Gubec International School Zagreb, Davorina Bazjanca 2, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
*
Edina Mešić
; Center for Halal Quality Certification, Prilaz Safvet-bega Bašagića 1, Zagreb 10 000, Croatia
* Dopisni autor.
Sažetak
The growing Islamic cultural identity worldwide demands changes and interest across various social fields.
With the increasing population of Muslims around the world, there is a rising demand for halal food. It is
evident that there is a lack of clear and targeted efforts in educating and acculturating halal culture in
European educational systems. At the Matija Gubec International School in Zagreb, meal consumption is
a social event that allows students from different religious backgrounds to enjoy meals together without
compromising their beliefs. Compliance with halal principles within the food industry is verified through
the approval of an accredited certification system, the Halal certificate. For food offered in school kitchens
to achieve halal status, it must adhere to strict religious rituals prescribed by Sharia law, ensuring that the
production, processing, and handling of food products are in line with Islamic principles. Our school is
proud to hold the Halal Certificate, which serves as a guarantee to parents and students of Islamic identity
regarding the absence of prohibited components in everyday school meals. Implementing halal food
options in schools contributes to creating a stimulating and positive environment for all students regardless
of their religious or dietary preferences. The work cites an example of positive experience in acculturating
halal food and halal culture into the school environment and the daily lives of students at the Matija Gubec
International School.
Ključne riječi
halal food; halal certification; cultural sensitivity; cultural and religious inclusivity; primary education; center for halal quality certification; halal croatia
Hrčak ID:
330978
URI
Datum izdavanja:
31.5.2024.
Posjeta: 45 *