Islamic World Familiarization Course™ (IWFC)
- Horn of Africa

Harbinger Technologies Group, LLC's Islamic World Familiarization Courseā„¢ on the Horn of Africa provides soft skills to compliment military and law enforcement training and gives those personnel deploying to the Horn of Africa the edge they need to more effectively and intelligently combat radical Islamic terrorism and build relationships of trust with local communities. This two-day course, designed by Global War on Terror veterans and Islamic/Arab cultural experts, combines historical and cultural background and practical application. Military and law enforcement personnel will learn how a deeper understanding of this region aids in defeating the terrorist threat, and improves navigation and interpersonal relations on every level.

Who Should Attend
U.S. Military personnel deploying to the Horn of Africa
Recommended Prerequisites
None
Duration
2 Days

Schedule

Day 1

  1. Introduction: Course Overview
  2. Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa
  3. Djibouti Country Brief
  4. Arab and Islamic Names Analysis: Understanding the Various Naming Conventions
  5. Islamic Theology and Law
  6. Introduction to Islam
  7. Extremist Islam and Al Qaeda

Day 2

  1. Yemen Country Brief
  2. Ethiopia Country Brief
  3. Eritrea Country Brief
  4. Kenya Country Brief
  5. Seychelles Country Brief
  6. Somalia Country Brief
  7. Sudan Country Brief
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