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Bridging Faith and Health: The Role of Muslim Religious Leaders in Disseminating COVID-19 Information in Norway

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The aim of this study was to explore how Muslim religious leaders in Norway handled COVID-19 information dissemination. A total of six religious leaders were interviewed from two Norwegian municipalities. Interviews were analyzed using the Graneheim and Lundman content method. The religious leaders played crucial roles in disseminating information, using religious justifications to reinforce public health messages and combat misinformation. Trust between religious leaders and authorities is vital for effective collaboration. Religious leaders should be included in emergency plans as bridges between authorities and communities. Insights from this study suggest including religious leaders in emergency plans during health crises.

Source: Journal of Religion and Health

DOI: 10.1007/s10943-025-02368-6

Authors: Seila Mahic, Lise-Merete Alpers, Kari Storstein Haug

Institution: VID Specialized University

Language: English

Topic: Public Relations and Crisis Communication

Subfield: Communication

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,290