Ready to level up your voice and make real change? . Join the Doha Debates Ambassador Program–a global, virtual experience for emerging leaders (ages 18–26) who want to sharpen their communication skills, build cross-cultural friendships and address tough global issues. Apply at

What does national identity mean in a world that’s constantly shifting?. Join Doha Debates at @BradfordLitFest on July 5 for a live town hall on the future of the nation state—featuring Wael Hallaq, @ShashiTharoor, @DavidEngels12 & @MMBilal . 🎟️ Get your tickets here:

We are thrilled to share that Season 4 of The Negotiators podcast has won a Shorty Award in the News & Politics Podcast category! 🏆🎙️. Catch up on all episodes here:

Help The Negotiators win a Webby! 🎙️🌍🏆. Our award-nominated podcast—produced in partnership with @ForeignPolicy —is up for a Webby in the Documentary Podcast category. Vote now through April 17 👉:

Doha Debates has just launched the newest cohort of our Ambassador Program—uniting truth-seekers from across the globe to bridge divides, tackle tough issues, and imagine bold solutions. Through majlis-style debate, systems thinking, and guided dialogue with global experts,

"People…no longer examine what it means to lead a noble and virtuous life.". Listen to @rivatez explain why we need to stop glamorizing meaningless productivity and start actually using technology to reimagine better societies and a better world.

What does a shift in the balance of power mean for the world?. Watch our 2023 town hall "Rise of the Rest: Who should lead in a multipolar world?" as guests debate this urgent issue:

World power dynamics are in flux. Emerging economies are challenging traditional superpowers, and even tech companies have the ability to influence wars. Here’s how we got here:

“We think that anyone can communicate, but…communication is both a skill and an art form.”. International debate coach Maja Nenadovic is here to teach you how to become a better debater and communicator. Watch now:

“At times, it's worth it to work extra hard or to put in those extra hours.”. Can sacrificing your personal time in favor of work be fulfilling? Listen to what Chris Guillebeau has to say, and watch the full hustle culture debate:

Is hustle culture a path to economic security—or burnout?. Jennifer Moss and Chris Guillebeau don’t see eye to eye. Hear what they have to say, and watch the full debate on hustle culture:

Across the globe, people are getting married later in life.What does this mean for families?. At @DIFI_Qatar’s IYF+30 conference, we connected people in Doha and Nigeria to discuss the pros and cons of delaying marriage and having children:

How many people actually find success, sustainability and profit in their side hustle?. Listen to Jennifer Moss explain how side hustles can lead to burnout, and watch the full episode of the Doha Debates Podcast:

Is it possible for us to work hard without sacrificing other parts of our lives?. @jennifermossinc and @chrisguillebeau debate the merits of hustle culture and explore the best ways to find happiness in and outside the workplace. Watch the Doha Debates Podcast:

Who does mass surveillance affect? . Jamil Jaffer of @MasonNatSec says it’s probably not you. Cindy Cohn of the @EFF argues that it affects more people than it’s supposed to. See what they have to say:

Does mass surveillance affect all people equally?. Cindy Cohn of the @EFF says that in the US, facial recognition software disproportionally affects people of color. Watch the full debate:

How is our screen time impacting our attention spans? . At @DIFI_Qatar’s IYF+30 conference, we connected young people in Qatar and Rwanda to talk about digital addiction and debate solutions for future generations. What would you add?

Who actually needs to worry about being surveilled? . Listen to Jamil Jaffer of @MasonNatSec explain why most people (in the United States at least) don’t need to worry about being watched. Catch the full debate on mass surveillance:

When it comes to mass surveillance, how do we balance individual privacy and collective safety? . On the Doha Debates Podcast, Cindy Cohn and Jamil N. Jaffer debate security, consent and the limits of the law. Watch now:

Together with @FortifyRights, Doha Debates has been proud to help these young Rohingya refugees develop skills in photography so that they can tell their own stories. Learn more about their journey: And buy a book of their work: