Jews and the persianate world: politics, culture, and historical ties [the afghan institute for strategic studies (aiss), a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit research organization in the U.S., proposes…

Jews and the persianate world: politics, culture, and historical ties [the afghan institute for strategic studies (aiss), a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit research organization in the U.S., proposes an academic conference titled ?jews and the persianate world: politics, culture, and historical ties.? Scheduled for september 29, 2025, in washington, D.C., this one-day conference will investigate the deep, multifaceted history of jewish communities within the persianate world?encompassing iran, afghanistan, and central asia?through scholarly and multidisciplinary approaches. The event aims to revive suppressed narratives, spark new conversations, and promote understanding across cultures and borders. Objectives - deepen academic understanding: facilitate rigorous scholarly discourse among historians, theologians, political scientists, and cultural experts. - foster dialogue: create space for thoughtful exchange between academics, policymakers, and civil society representatives. - promote cultural exchange: highlight the shared heritage and long-standing]