"We are striving to demystify the process by which history is often codified and rendered distant and disengaging to the ordinary lives and experiences of millions of people, many of whom find themselves unable to extract meaning and significant answers to several questions pertaining to the rich and often misunderstood heritage and history of the Muslim past"


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Dr. Stef Keris is an Award-winning Historian, Published Author, Professional Lecturer, Television Presenter and accomplished History Scholar whose numerous lectures, books, published documentaries and taught courses have been translated into several languages and used as core study texts in schools and study programs. In addition to his doctorate in History, Dr. Stef Keris has also attended Cambridge University where he obtained a teaching license (CELTA).
Dr. Stef Keris holds a Master’s degree and a PhD in Political Science, International Technical, Economic Cooperation and Romance Linguistics. Over the years, Dr. Stef Keris has demonstrated his expert skills and competence as a professional educator, having taught in several establishments throughout Europe and the Middle East. He is also a qualified Muslim Chaplain.
Dr. Stef Keris has also appeared on several television programs internationally, most notably as a host for Huda TV (Egypt) where he delivered an extended series on the global history of Islam.
For several decades, Dr. Stef Keris has been prolific in his research and literary endeavors to revive the lost heritage and legacy of Muslims. A consummate and competent scholar in the field of Islamic History, Dr. Stef has authored and published several books and documentaries on the following subjects:
- The Untold History and Heritage of Islam in Europe
- The Rise and Fall of the Ottoman Empire
- Detailing how Islam spread across the World
- Studies on the meaning of Islamic Culture and Identity
Over the past 25 years, Dr. Stef Keris has reached a global audience, ranging from school children to university students. He is a prolific writer and a lifelong learner whose proficient command of several diverse languages has enabled him to convey his vast knowledge of History to international audiences. Dr. Stef Keris is fluent in several languages including English, German, Greek, French, Spanish, Dutch, Arabic. He is also currently studying Turkish.

Yaasir L. Keris occupies several posts and directorships on number of executive boards dedicated to educational programs and initiatives - including the Lost History Project, PGI Publications and the Muqaddima Program.
Over several years, Yaasir L. Keris has also served as a trusted and key member of Dr Stef Keris’s educational enterprise, having immersed himself in the development of seminal platforms, programs and resources.
Mr Keris holds a Bachelor and a Master’s degree in Islamic Banking & Insurance. He is currently on a sabbatical in Egypt, where he is studying the Arabic language.
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