Questions for our Afghan peers

1. How has the presence of the US military in your country affected you/your friends/your family, and what would you change about the US occupation if you could?

2. What are the main problems that you face on an everyday basis in Afghanistan? What are some of the first steps that you would take to improve these conditions?

Questions for our Afghan Peers

1. As Afghans what are your connections to Jerusalem? Additionally are there places in Afghanistan that are of equal or of similar importance to you?
2. What stereotypes do outsiders cast upon Afghanistan and its people? How can you combat those stereotypes?

Questions for Afghan Students

1) How has an American military presence in Afghanistan affected your everyday life?

2) I think the general "Western" perception of Afghanistan isn't that great. If you could share some things about your country/culture that combat that notion, what would they be?

Questions for Students

1. What is one thing you wish the western world took the time to understand about your culture?
2. What is one of your favorite traditions rooted in the culture of Afghanistan?
3. How has the occupation shaped your life? Has it? 

Questions for Speakers

1. What are the most important challenges you see facing your country in the next 20 years?
2.  How did the American occupation of Afghanistan affect your life?
3. What do you hope to do in the future?
4. What are some common misconceptions about Afghanistan, and how would you address them?

Questions for Afghan Students

1. In what ways do you feel that you have learned about life outside of Afghanistan through musical studies?

2. For any females in the class, what is every day life like as a woman in Afghanistan? (Sorry I know this is broad, but I really wanted to ask!)

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