Interview Guide
Introduction
Thank you for joining me today. I appreciate your time and insights. This interview will focus on
the July Uprising in Bangladesh, covering its trajectory, motivations, successes, and outcomes. It
will take about 40-50 minutes, and all responses will remain confidential. Please feel free to ask
any questions before we begin.
Background Information:
Name (Optional):
Age:
Sex:
University:
Education level:
Were you directly involved in the July Uprising? (Yes/No)
If yes, in what capacity? (e.g., organizer, participant, supporter)
Opening Questions
1. How did you first learn about the July Uprising? what was your initial reaction?
Probes: Sources of information (e.g., social media, friends, news).
2. what was your initial reaction?
Probes: Emotional response (e.g., excitement, fear, skepticism)
3. Were you directly involved in the movement, or did you observe it from a distance?"
Probes: If involved, what was your role? If not, what prevented participation?
Trajectories of the July Uprising
4. How did the July Uprising begin, and what factors contributed to its growth?
Probes: Specific incident or issue, spread across universities/communities
5. What were the major turning points during the uprising?
Probes: Specific protests or events, adaption of challenges
6. How was the movement organized, and what role did student leadership play?
Probes: Formal leaders, decentralized decision-making, actions coordinated
7. How did authorities, universities, and the public respond to the uprising?
Probes: Government, university, public opinion and support
Motivating Factors Behind the Movement
8. What motivated you (or others) to join the July Uprising?
Probes: Education reform, corruption, personal experiences or peer influence
9. How did social media and technology influence participation?
Probes: Platforms used (e.g., Facebook, Twitter), role of online activism
10. Did economic or academic issues contribute to the movement?
Probes: Tuition fees or job prospects, institutional policies or reforms
11. Did historical or cultural narratives inspire the uprising?
Probes: References to past movements, cultural symbols or slogans
Reasons Behind the Success of the Uprising
12. Do you think the movement achieved its goals? Why or why not?
Probes: Specific demands met, participant satisfaction
13. What factors contributed to the movement’s success or challenges?
Probes: Organization and leadership, public support or government response
14. How did media coverage impact the movement?
Probes: Local vs. international coverage, positive or negative framing
15. What challenges did the movement face in sustaining momentum?
Probes: Internal conflicts or external pressures, challenges addressed
Reality vs. Expectation
16. What were your expectations for the July Uprising when it began?
Probes: Hopes for change, anticipated challenges
17. Looking back, do you think the outcomes matched your expectations?
Probes: Surprising successes or disappointments, alignment with initial hopes
18. Were there any unintended consequences of the movement?
Probes: Positive or negative societal changes, impact on student unity or activism
19. How did participating in or observing the movement affect you personally?
Probes: Emotional or psychological impact, lessons learned
Closing Questions:
20. What lessons can future student movements learn from the July Uprising?
Probes: Effective strategies, mistakes to avoid
21. What changes do you hope to see in Bangladesh as a result of movements like this?
Probes: Long-term- societal, political, or educational changes
22. Is there anything else you’d like to share about the July Uprising or your experience?
Probes: Memorable moments, personal reflections