— Welcome, I'm Khaldoon Alghanimi
About me
I am an EX-Muslim scholar, humanist, secularist writer & activist.
Early Life and Education
Born and raised in Iraq, I pursued higher education with a strong foundation in both engineering and the French language. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Baghdad, alongside a Bachelor of Arts degree in the French Language from the same institution.
Exploration of Islamic Sharia & Education
My journey led me to Najaf, the sacred city of Shia Islam in southwestern Iraq. There, I delved into the study and teaching of Islamic Sharia, rooted in Shia Muslim Doctrine, for approximately seven years. However, it was during this time that I began to uncover numerous ideological and humanist concerns within Islam.
A Path to Atheism
Driven by a relentless pursuit of truth and enlightenment, I embarked on a challenging and extensive exploration. Ultimately, this journey led me to renounce Islam completely. My commitment to advocating for secularism as a global solution became resolute.
The Transition to the USA
Due to my outspoken beliefs and positions, I found myself compelled to flee the Middle East for the safety of the United States. In September 2014, I arrived in the U.S. and wasted no time in pursuing my vision.
Free Mind TV
In October 2014, I initiated the groundbreaking Free Mind TV project. With sheer determination and personal efforts, I transformed my own residence into a studio, collaborating with my family, including his wife and sons, to launch a 24/7 Online TV Channel. This endeavor marked a significant milestone in advocating for free speech, secularism, and humanism.
For further information about the Free Mind TV project, please visit the official website: Free Mind TV Website!
Free Mind Magazine
In August 2016, I, together with a cohort of like-minded secular writers and free thinkers, ushered in the second phase of my mission with the inception of Free Mind Magazine. Drawing upon the contributions of around 33 writers from diverse backgrounds, including Egypt, Iraq, Algeria, Sweden, the USA, Syria, France, Norway, Holland, Sudan, Morocco, and the UK, the magazine serves as a platform for those who are dedicated to effecting positive change in the world.
For more insights into the project of Free Mind Magazine, please visit Free Mind Magazine website!
UCONVO
In September 2022, I launched the 3rd step of my life project, this time it’s called UCONVO, a social media website for free thinkers, atheists, secularists, and humanists.
For more information about UCONVO, visit the UCONVO website!
I was featured on
I was featured on many media and news outlets
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Despite the danger, one group of activists is pushing back with a new online TV channel. Free Mind TV defends the right not to believe.
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In March 2015, U.S.-based Iraqi and other Arab atheists launched the Arabic and English-language Free Mind television and magazine websites, which promote atheistic viewpoints and have recorded more than 1 million visits so far.
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Khaldoon Alghanimi does not support the social media bans on Donald Trump. In his view, the move by Facebook, Twitter, and Google to suspend the former US President from his favorite platforms violates freedom of speech, and nobody has the right to do that. “People are entitled to their opinions, no matter what opinions they have,” he says.