Building Bridges: Lessons from Afghanistan to Washington | Daud Jalal | Re-educated Podcast

Описание: In this episode, I sit down with Daud Jalal, a remarkable individual whose life has been shaped by profound transitions—from growing up in a refugee camp in Pakistan to contributing policy insights in Washington, D.C. Daud shares his journey through a world of shifting borders, complex political landscapes, and cultural richness. We explore how his early education in Pakistan, steeped in liberal values, laid the foundation for his aspirations, even as it contrasted sharply with the realities of his peers and the upheavals he later witnessed in Afghanistan.
Daud reflects on the struggles and beauty of belonging, the mercies inherent in Afghan culture, and the challenges of finding balance in an individualistic society like the United States. We also delve into his time at Georgetown University, where his studies in public policy reshaped his understanding of governance, structure, and the role of art and monuments in healing collective trauma. Throughout our conversation, Daud's perspective offers a compelling lens on resilience, the intersection of community and individuality, and the ways in which human connections can transcend even the most entrenched divides.



Chapters:

(00:00) Introduction to Daoud Jalal and His Background
(03:01) Childhood Experiences and Growing Up as a Refugee
(06:10) Understanding Pashtun Identity and Culture
(08:53) Navigating Education in Pakistan
(12:04) The Impact of Liberal Education
(15:07) Religious Influences in Education
(17:59) Cultural Transition from Pakistan to Afghanistan
(21:10) University Life and Political Climate in Afghanistan
(23:57) Post-2021 Changes and Moving to the U.S.
(34:03) Navigating the Visa Process
(35:02) First Impressions in America
(36:17) Cultural Adjustments and Music
(39:53) Settling into a New Life
(42:46) Choosing Public Policy
(45:20) Experiencing Diversity at Georgetown
(47:00) Reflections on Home and Learning
(49:29) Building Strong Foundations
(51:06) Future Aspirations for Pakistan and Afghanistan
(53:21) The Abrahamic House Experience
(56:43) Community and Individualism
(01:06:20) Hope and Future in the U.S.


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