Islamic World Familiarization Course™ (IWFC)
- Southeast Asia

Harbinger's Islamic World Familiarization Course™ - Southeast Asia provides soft skills to compliment military and law enforcement training and gives those personnel deploying to Southeast Asia 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/regional 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 and law enforcement personnel deploying to Southeast Asia
Prerequisites
None
Duration
2 Days

Schedule

Day 1

  1. Introduction: Course Overview
  2. A Brief History of South East Asia
  3. Islamic Theology and Law
  4. Extremist Islam in Southeast Asia:
    Al Qaeda and Affiliated Groups
  5. Islamic Names Analysis:
    Understanding the Various
  6. Naming Conventions

Day 2

  1. Indonesia Country Brief
  2. Malaysia Country Brief
  3. Philippines Country Brief
  4. Thailand Country Brief
  5. Burma Country Brief
  6. East Timor Country Brief
GSA Contract