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1 Ben M’sik Community Museum Ben M’sik, Casablanca Morocco Survey Results o Demographic information 100 participants Age Number of students Unknown 17 1 1 18 5 19 28 20 22 21 22 22 7 23 6 o Gender Male Female 41 59 o Neighborhoods Neighborhoods 2 Mars Ain Borja Alhay Sadri Ben M’sik Bernoussi Bournazil Casablanca ( ? ) Derb Sultan Drissia Hay Salama Belvedere Hay Mouhamadi Hay Adil Hay Sadri Hay Lwalfa Omar Bnou Khattab Hay Lala Meriem La Villete Maarif Mabrouka Mhamid El Ghizlan zagora Number of participants 1 1 1 33 2 4 1 3 1 2 1 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 4 2 24 3 28 1 25 1 31 1 40 1 47 1 2 1 9 2 1 3 1 7 6 Moudibou Kita Moulay Rachid Salmia 2 Salmia 3 Sbata Sidi Belyout Sidi Moumen Sidi Othman Participants’ answers to the Multi choice Questions 1. Do you believe that westerners understand Islam? answer Number of students 2. The majority do 17 The majority do not 77 I do not know 6 Do you think that the perception of the westerners to Islam is answer Number of students biased 47 Well founded 15 I do not know 44 3. Do you attribute the perception of Islam to the westerners to answer Number of students Ignorance The media 9 62 Conflicts with the middle east 19 I do not know 12 4. Who do you think is responsible for the distorted image of Islam? answer Number of students Muslims are not doing well enough to explain what Islam is 42 Non-Muslims are not doing enough to understand Islam 33 Both Muslims and nonMuslims are to blame 24 I do not know 1 5. Do you think that 9 /11 have changed perceptions about Islam? answer Number of students Yes, in a positive way 18 Yes, in a negative way 65 no I do not know 9 7 6. How do you think cultural and religious differences could be overcome ? answer Number of students Dialogue 39 Knowledge 28 Joint cultural programs 33 I do not know 2 7. What is the word that describes best Islam? answer Number of students Religion of tolerance 38 Religion of peace 51 A strict Religion 6 A complex religion 5 8. What are the five questions you’d like to ask Americans about Islam and Muslims in the United States? How do they find the Islamic religion? Why do they hate our religion? What do you think about Islam? Do you agree that all Muslims are Oussama Baladan? Have you ever met a Muslim? Have you ever studied about Islam religion? What is Islam? How Muslims live in the United States? What is the message that you want to transmit to Muslims? Do you know some information about Islam? Do Americans respect Muslims in the United States? How do Americans feel when they hear Quran? Why they see Islam a complex religion? Has the event of 9/11 changed anything? Do you have a desire to know Islam deeply? Do you really know what Islam means? In the United States of America, do you respect Muslims and treat them normally? Do you think that Muslims are behind 9/11? How do you express your love/hatred to Muslims? If the persons who had participated in 9/11 were Christians, what would you say? If you had a chance and you have visited an Islamic country will you change your mind? Who is the responsible about this distorted picture in your opinion? What is your point of view about Islam? What is Islam in general? Why do you think that Muslims are 3 responsible about 9/11? How is Islam represented in USA? If your neighbor or colleague was a Muslim, what would your reaction be? Do you think there is a sort of discrimination when it comes to religion? Do you have any intention to learn about Islam, if not, why? To what extent do you think Americans are open to Islam? Do you respect Islam? What are your sources of information about Islam? Do you think that Muslims are your enemies? Why do Americans think about terrorism while they talk about Islam? Why Americans don’t try to help people in Palestine and they do the opposite thing? Why Americans don’t try to understand Islam? Do you believe in what mass Media say about Islam and Muslims? Do you know what Islam is? Do you make an effort to know its real goals? Did 9/11 really change your perception about Muslims or you already have this negative opinion? Do you show any tolerance to the Muslims in the USA? What do you know about Islam? What do you know about the prophet Mohamed? Do you know that suicide and other problems come from the absence of greatest feeling which is love of Allah? Do you think that one day you will adopt Islam? Do Americans really want to understand what Islam is? Why Americans hate Muslims? Are Americans afraid of Islam? How many Americans have converted to Islam to? And how many Muslims have converted to your religion? How much do you know about Islam? Where have they got all their knowledge about Islam? Why do they mainly target Islam? Why do they think that Islam and not another religion is an issue in their political issues? Why haven’t they looked for an alternative to approach Islam and Muslims? Do they truly want to understand Islam? Why don’t Americans make enough efforts to understand Islam very well? How many times have you been prejudiced against Islam? Why do you think that Islam is bad? Do you have any programs that intend to distort the image of Islam? I am sure the media are doing this, do you believe the media? What is your central idea about Islam? Why do you hate Muslims? What do you attribute the wrong doings of Muslims to? What do you think of Islam? Do you believe it is a religion of tolerance? Have you ever been acquainted to a Muslim? As a neighbor or a colleague if so what do you think of him or her as a person? Do you really associate Islam with terrorism and violence? Do you know some of the Islamic values? How do Americans describe Islam? Why do Americans blame all Muslims about 9 /11 event? Why do Americans treat all Muslims as terrorists? What is the American view about Islam? Do you believe in our God? Can you change the negative picture about Islam? How the majority of the 4 Americans see Islam? Are there any specific places where you can read about Islam? What do Americans think about Islam and Muslims? What is the image that media give about Muslims? Is it negative or positive? What do they know about Islam? What are the reasons behind the misunderstanding of Islam? What are the reasons that have changed the image of Islam? From where they get information about Islam? What do they think the solution to understand Islam? Why do the majority of people in the United States hate Islam? What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word Islam? Do you appreciate the values of Islam? Do you really think that Islam is your enemy? What could be done to unlock the gate of peace? What do you know about Islam? What do you think of Muslim Americans? What do you think of Islam? Do you think the 9/11 changed the image of Islam and Muslims? What is now the position of Islam in the United States? How do Americans look at Islam? Positively or negatively? Do Muslims show the true image of Islam? Do Americans think that Islam is a complex religion? How can Muslims urge American people to convert into Islam? What is American’s idea about Islam? Why don’t they try to understand Islam? Why do they believe that Islam is a religion of unfairness? Why do these ideas exist in such a developed world? Why do they see Muslims as terrorists? Do Americans know the reality of Islam? Do they think that people behind 9/11 are real Muslims? Are Muslims in the United States tolerant and peaceful or not? Don’t you think that good and bad exist wherever we go? What are the things that hinder you from understanding Islam? Why do you blame Muslims for 9/11 events? What ideas do you have about Muslims? What are the positive ideas that you have about Islam? Is the Muslim minority in United States isolated from the others? Do Muslims enjoy all their rights in the United States, including the right of a good life? How do Americans treat Muslims? Are there enough Mosques in the United States? What are the cultural reasons that make the majority of American people against Islam? What would be the first reason that would make an American non-Muslim convert into Islam? Why do most Americans have a negative view of Islam? How come most Americans don’t give Islam a chance and try to understand it a little more? Do American Muslims and Americans have conflicts concerning religion? Are Muslims in the United States generally open to other religions? Why do you hate Muslims that much? If you get to know Islam and you like it, would you convert? If you do not accept to convert into Islam, would you just try to understand it? Why do you consider Muslims as terrorist? Why do they talk just about soldiers died in Iraq, and forget the hundreds of citizens killed every day? Why they don’t broadcast some programmes about Islam in the US? Do you think that Islam is the cause of terrorism? Have you ever done an effort to understand Islam? Do you think that all Muslims are terrorists? Do you have a Muslim friend? Why do you not believe 5 Islam and Muslims? Why do you disagree with Islam? Why do you try to destroy Islam and Muslims? Do you find it difficult to live in the United States or to deal with Americans? What Americans” No Muslims” think about Islam? Do Americans relate terrorists’ acts to Islam? What are the major factors that lead Americans to have a bad image of Islam? Do you have enough information about Islam? Do you think Muslims are terrorists? Have you ever read the holy Quran? Why do Americans hate Islam? Why do Americans help Israel against Palestine? Why has Barak Obama changed his opinion about helping Palestine? Why do you judge Islam by what some Muslims do and no by the essence of religion itself? What are your sources to learn about Islam? Don’t you think that more and more westerners are interested in learning about Muslims and their religion? What are some of the things you like about Islam and others that you don’t? How do you see Islam? Do you understand everything about Islam? Have you ever visited an Islamic country? If yes, how did you find the people? Are you interested in Islam? Why do they always attack our religion? Why Muslims don’t give a good example in the United States? Why do they make us responsible for any bad happening in the world? Do you know the meaning of Islam? Did you try to know more about Islam? What is the synonym of Islam for you? Why do you think that to be a Muslim is to be a terrorist? How America blame our religion without knowing it? How is the perception of the Americans to Muslims there? How do you find Muslims there in America? Are they that bad? Have you got some friends that are Muslims? What do you know about Islam? Did you try to learn more about Islam? Do you know something about the Prophet Mohamed? Does Islam mean just terrorism for you? Did you try to know something from Quran? Do American Muslims practice Islam there as they should and they want? How do non-Muslims treat American Muslims? Do you think that American Muslims show and present Islam in the positive way there? How many non-Muslims were converted to Islam? What do you know about Muslims and Islam? How do you deal with Muslims in the U.S.A? Can you make friendship with Muslims? Do you believe that Muslims are terrorists? What do you find negative about Islam? Are you ready to change your opinion about Islam? How do you treat Muslims in your country? Are Muslims allowed to practice their religion freely? What do you know about Islam in general? Do Muslims find difficulties living in the USA? Do you feel afraid of a girl wearing hijab, (the veil)? Can an American accept a Muslim as a friend? Do you think Muslims represent danger for your country? Why Muslims are badly treated in the USA? Why do Americans face Muslim project negatively? Why Muslims are considered as terrorists? What’s the reason behind hating Muslims? How can Muslims find their values and be accepted in the USA? 6 What would be an American’s reaction if I entered a public place and greeted in the Muslim way (namely, to say Assalamou Alaikoum)? Why are we studying your culture while you don’t study ours? Why can’t people get to the USA if they have Arab names? Do you believe that there’s a judgment day? Do you know what Islam is? Do you know what the beliefs of a Muslim are? Do you accept Islam and Muslims? Can you deal with Muslims? Do you want to know about Islam? If you were a Muslim, what would you do for it? Do you think that Muslims are terrorists? Is Islam responsible for the 9/11 events? How do Americans see Islam? Do Americans know that Islam is the right religion? Do Americans respect Islam? Do media in the USA respect Islam? How do Muslims live in the United States? Do you believe that Islam is a religion of tolerance? Do you think Muslims make some efforts to spread Islam in the world? Do all Americans treat Islam as a religion of peace and tolerance? What do you know about Islam? Do you think Islam is a religion of war or peace? Do you think that Islam can change your life? If you meet a Muslim how would you talk to him? How do you find the religion of Islam? Why are you always against Islam and Muslims? Why don’t you give up distorting Islam’s image? How can a Muslim in the USA adapt with their traditions and style of life? Did Muslims suffer from many problems in USA? Why Americans don’t accept woman with hijab (the veil)? Why do you always make a relationship between Muslim and terrorist? What are the best things you find in Islam and you don’t find in other religions? Could you be a Muslim one day? What are the differences between Muslims and non Muslims? What’s the relation between them? What are the characteristics of Non-Muslims? Why is Islam increasing and growing gradually? What’s your opinion about the facts in the Quran? Are you sure that your religion is the good one? Do you feel an internal peace thanks to your religion? Who created this universe and control it? Do you think that everything created itself? What do you know about the Quran? Have you really read the Quran and tried to understand it? Have you ever thought how you existed in life? Why do you misunderstand Islam &Muslims? Why do you think it’s a bad religion? What’s a definition of Islam? What’s the culture of Islam? Who is Mohamed? How did the spread of Islam affect the world? What are our beliefs? How holy is God in Islam? What are our practices? What’s our history? What’s your opinion about Islam? What’s your general idea about Muslims? Do you make a difference between Muslims and Arabs? Is there any misunderstanding between Muslims and non Muslims in the USA? Why are you easily influenced by the media? Why don’t you take some time to learn about Islam not from media but from “choyoukh” (which means the religious scholars)? Why do you judge things from the 7 first look like what you did with Muslims in the 9/11? What are the reasons behind the recent conversion into Islam of hundreds of non-Muslims? Do you think that every Muslim is guilty or terrorist? Do Americans have real conceptions about Islamic there any programs or attempts to understand Islam and Muslims in the USA? What do Americans perceive as good way to be a Muslim’s friend? Why do you have negative thinking and perceptions about Islam? Do you believe in the word religion of peace, which describes Islam? Do you think that Muslims do not do their duties as Muslims? Do you hate Muslims? Why many channels make a bad image of Islam? Why do you support and encourage Israel to kill Muslims, and you pretend to be a country of peace? What’s the problem behind the jealousy from Islam? Why have you become so cruel to Muslims in the last years? Why do you blame Muslims for 9/11 attacks? Have you ever been to a Muslim country before? Do you watch Muslim channels or websites? What do they know about Islam? What kind of relationship they want to build with Muslims? Why do they believe everything about Islam without any evidence? If you have a Muslim friend has she/he asked you to convert to Islam? Do you know that until now Muslims are passive and they haven’t done much effort to show the real Islam? Why do you think that Muslims are underestimated and under presented? What are the arguments that prove that Islam is a religion of terrorism, what do you think about Muslim people? If you have the chance to talk to a knowledgeable Muslim would you do it? Have you ever had the opportunity to read Quran? I would like to know if your perception has changed about Muslims after 9/11. Don’t you think that American perceptions are groundless? Don’t you think that the three religions should live together? Why do not Americans believe in Islam? What are the reasons behind that? How do you explain that many Americans have converted into Islam? Why do you want us to change our habits and customs, if Islam is bad, why more than 10000 Christians take it every year? Why when something happens in the world you say Muslims are the cause? Do Americans believe that all Arabs are terrorists? Why is there no contact between the Muslims and the USA? Did you have the opportunity to know real Muslims? Do you think Muslims should stay in the USA or leave it? Do you believe that non Muslims are better than Muslims? What would you do if you have this opinion about your religion? Do you believe in what media say about Islam? What are the stereotypes you have about Islam? Do you think Muslims still ride camels? 9. List 5 things that you want Americans know about Islam in Morocco Islam is a religion of tolerance ( X16 ) – Islam is a religion of peace( X14) – Islam is the last religion – Islam makes people feel at ease – Without Islam, we would live a hard life – Islam is not complex – Islam is the best religion in the world – Islam is a strict religion – Muslims respect each other – cooperation – a complex religion 8 Islam is a religion of right – Islam don’t let you go stray – Allah’s religion is Islam – Islam is perfect for anytime and anyplace ( X2 )– Islam makes our life easier ( X2 ) – Islam aims to equality and freedom of mind – In Islam we help each other – Islam allows us to be creative and unique in our way of thinking – Islam is hospitality – Moroccan people have great relation with Islam – Moroccan people don’t have any bad ideas about the west – Islam is a gift from Allah to humans - Moroccans would treat you as a member of family or more – Here we have the real friendship – we respect our neighbors – Understanding each other – love ( X 3 ) – respect guides us to the right path – Islam is the first religion in Morocco – Islam is solidarity – Islam is the best religion in the world – we are Sunni Maliki – the majority in Morocco are Muslims – Muslims in Morocco are against terrorism. Islam in Morocco is a religion of peace, especially in this country – Islam is the only religion that offers you a spiritual comfort – Islam in Morocco is welcoming all the religions of the world and promises to live in peaceful moments – our traditions have a privilege which is teaching us the basic meaning of Islam from our childhood. Islam is a religion apart from political issues – Islamic traditions outside institutionalized views – Moroccans are first Arabs then Muslims – Muslim identity in Morocco – Religious situation in Morocco taking into consideration the religious orientation of the country Islam is a religion that has a lot of high value – Islam is the only religion of God – Islam is made for all people around this world not valuable only for Arab – Islam is the only way to get into heaven Islam is different to what Muslims do – any bad behavior from the part of Muslims must be attributed to the misinterpretations of Islam – a real Muslim doesn’t hurt people – Muslims do not hate anyone; no room for hatred – At the advent of Islam, Muslims coexisted with non-Muslims without any problems We are open-minded. We live together peacefully. We accept other religions. We do not have any conflicts with other religions. We are open-minded people: we learn about the others and we join different cultural programs. We have the right to practice any religion we want -Tolerance and peace. Americans should read about Islam. Americans should find good sources. Americans should avoid media. Americans should attend Friday speeches to know the topics that Muslims deal with - In Morocco the majority 9 10 of people believe in God and his prophet. Islam encourages Moroccan people to be tolerant and live in peace. In Islam we have the good behavior and respect for old people. In Islam we respect the other religions. In Islam we have the spirit of cooperation and helping our brothers in Islam. In Islam we have tolerance. Friendship and diversity - Islam resembles the other religions (bad and good points about it).there are different types of Muslims ranged from very moderate to very extremists. Islam is a religion of peace and security ( 7 times) Islam is a religion of tolerance and coexistence (6 times) Islam is a perfect religion for anytime and anyplace Islam is the opportunity of each one - Islam is very easy to understand - We cannot say that Muslims are terrorists, because we can find terrorism in any religion and anywhere To stop Media and programs that indirectly show that Muslims are terrorists - Islam in Morocco has a moderate character, in other words we’re not extremists - In Morocco, any person of whatever religious group can live safely - If you are Muslim you should respect your parents and all the old people - Islam makes people happy. (2 times) People respect each other. We are like one family - Islam in Morocco makes life easier - People always try to do good things – Loyalty – Hospitality Charity - Respect (4 times) – Harmony – Freedom - Muslims want the world to be a better place, in which we can live together - They like being understood by the others - It helps in the social life; people make friends easily - People are free to give advice to others - In my city, Islam is everything; it has an impact on our way of life. Islam makes us help each other. Islam in Morocco is very open to the other religions - Islam in Morocco is developing. Moroccan Muslims are so peaceful. The majority of Moroccan people are Muslims. The best time to come here is during Ramadan, because the Moroccan Ramadan is very special. In Morocco, people always refer things to the Quran or Suna - Islam in Morocco is quite simple. The Moroccan people are very open - The majority of Moroccans are Muslims. We are Sunni community. We believe that we are different from the other Arab countries. We are not terrorists and we do not believe in terrorism. We understand others, we have friends from other religions - A religion of respect – We believe in coexistence between the monotheistic religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam). Importance of Islam to Moroccans - The Muslims in Morocco are friendly. Islam in Morocco respects all the religions - Islam is a religion of tolerance and peace. We are (Moroccans) a good example of Muslims that respect other cultures and religions -Islam is a religion of accepting the other. Islam is a religion of tolerance. Islam is the last and the correct religion that God wants Mankind to follow and practice. They have to know that Islam accept other religions, things that other religions do not do. Islam is a religion of simplicity - Islam is a way to guide people to the right path. Islam is a religion of tolerance which is founded on coexistence. Moroccan people believe in Islam and they do follow its instructions and values. 11 Islam is a source of solidarity and brotherhood in Morocco. Moroccans show the best image of Islam. Muslims welcome every person, even they do not know him - Muslims celebrate each other, help each other in a good way – A Muslim can give you all what he has without waiting for anything in return - Muslims can tell you everything about their life even their personal life. Morocco is a country of peace and Islam even though there are other religions - Morocco has the second biggest mosque in the world after the mosque of Mequa - We live with Jews and Christians peacefully - There are Mosques and Churches and Synagogues in Morocco- In Islam, you have to accept and respect the other, even he is not Muslim - A religion of justice - Islam is based on respect others whatever their color, religion - It’s a religion of justice - It’s a religion of emotion Solidarity, history of Islam in Morocco. Islam is the Moroccans way to find happiness and tolerance, acceptance. Islam is the 1st religion, peace, love, equality, respect, understanding others. Islam is the best religion. In Islam there are no differences between religions. Islam is a religion of tolerance and solidarity. All practices are brought by the prophet and from the Quran. They like to help others in need. People are respectful; they greet each other even if they don’t know them. Moroccans are proud of being Muslims. Muslims can tell each other about their personal life. Islam is part of our constitution. Islam is very important to all people. All people must worship God who is the maker of the universe. The Quran is a great miracle. It consists of different scientific facts, which had recently been discovered. Muslims read the Quran because it’s the book of the prophet Mohamed. Muslims pray five times and they must fast in Ramadan. Islam in Morocco teaches people to forgive each other. Practicing religion freely. Solid relations among the families. We believe in other messengers and prophets of Allah. Prayers, fasting, charity, visiting Mecca, taking care of old people & our parents these are the principles of Islam. Tolerance, Culture, Islam in Morocco is powerful. It’s the main religion. people with other religions can practice freely their religious practices. Islam doesn’t prevent women from being modern and productive. Islam in Morocco is a religion of help, Muslims like others to convert into Islam and be Muslims, Moroccans live in harmony with non Muslims and they are very opened and welcoming. Morocco is a country of tolerance and multi ethnicities. Islam is obviously seen in Moroccans attitudes. The majority of Moroccans stick to Islam rules. The best way to know Islam is to get acquainted with some Muslims. Islam in Morocco invited us to be more serious, we are peaceful , we don’t kill other people because we are Muslims, We respect other cultures and accept diversity, you have to look for good Muslims who have the abilities to explain Islam in different ways. Islam honors women, there’s no difference between black and white in Islam, Islam protects human rights, it can help humanity to overcome social and economic problems , To understand Islam, Americans should do research in the right way. Islam doesn’t encourage violence and terrorism, Islam is a religion of solidarity and dialogue, In Morocco there’s a diverse community living in harmony thanks to Islam, Moroccan people accept each other 12 regardless to their race because of Islam. Islam is component of good things, respect Islam as a religion, I want Americans to know that Islam is not a religion of terrorism as many of them do, Moroccans are known by their hospitality, it’s a religion of acceptance and solidarity, tolerance and friendship. 99% of Moroccans are Muslims the rest are Jews and Christian. Although Morocco is Muslim country, Moroccans don’t practice Islam in a strict way. Islam in Morocco is not so complex. Islam orders us to live peacefully with each other. Islam is a religion of tolerance. Islam doesn’t force people to convert to it, it’s based on communication. God created us from male and female to know each other. Islam is a religion of solidarity in which the rich helps the poor. The real Muslim is peaceful and tolerant, Muslims in Morocco respect all other religions, Muslims in Morocco are open –minded, they are against violence and terrorism. Morocco is a peaceful country, it always welcomes new cultures. We are not against the western world. 10. List 5 places in Casablanca that reflect tolerance/diversity/friendship/ Solidarity: o “Global Figure” o 2 Mars o Ain Chock o Ain Diab ( X 4 ) o Ain Sbaa o Alazhear o Almassira o American Center o Anassi o Anfa o Bab Marakech ( X 12) o Barnoussi ( X 2 ) o Beach o Ben M’sik ( X 5 ) o Boulvard Mohammed 5th o Bournazil (X 5 ) o Bouskoura ( X 3 ) o Bus o California o Cemeteries ( X 2 )Ain Chock o Cemeteries of other religions o Centre Ville ( X 5 ) o Charity Homes o Church ( X 7) o Dar America o Darb Ghalaf ( X 7 ) o Derb Omar ( X 6 ) o Derb Sultan ( X 6) o Different Social Associations o Down Town o El Medina o El Walfa o Fondation Lala Salma for people who have Cancer o French cultural Center o Hassan II Mosque ( X 18) o Hay Hasani ( X 2 ) o Hay Lfarah o Hay Mouhamadi ( X 7 ) o Hay Salama ( X 2 ) o Houbouss ( X 5 ) o Idirissia o Initiative National du Development Humain o Jewish Museum ( X 2 ) o Labhira o Lisasfa o Maarif ( X 6 ) o Mabrouka ( X 2 ) o Malah Neighborhood ( X 2 ) o Marché Central o Mdina Kdima ( X 7 ) o Mosques in general o Moulay Rachid ( X 4 ) o Orphanages o Our University o Places of education« University » ( X 7 ) o Popular markets ( X 3) o Sahat sraghna 13 o Salimia 2 o Sbata ( X 4 ) o Sidi Autman ( X 4 ) o Sidi el Khadir 14 o Sidi Marouf ( X2 ) o The South o The whole country reflects these aspect o Twin Center o Yasmina o Zektouni o Hay Lbaraka o “MC Donalds” o Cinemas o I think wherever you go in Casablanca, you will find tolerance, diversity, friendship and solidarity o It’s hard to specify for all places in Casablanca show tolerance diversity friendship.