In this session, we will be discussing income inequality and using [this discussion guide](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nYordFsme427otxfVAzyhm67vs26hgrK/view?usp=sharing). We will explore questions like: What drives poverty? What is the best way to reduce income inequality? How should we think about solutions like raising taxes vs. deregulation? How does income inequality vary in different countries? Welcome to [Dialogues](https://schoolhouse.world/dialogues)! Here’s some helpful information to help you prepare for your session: 📌 Session introduction: At the start of the session, the event host will provide some introductory remarks about how the session will work and tips for discussion. 🧩 Discussion partner matching: All participants will be matched with a conversation partner to discuss with. If there are uneven numbers, you may have two conversation partners. 🤝 Breakout discussions: After the session introduction, everyone will switch to their breakout discussion. Your discussion will be unmoderated, so you can start when your partner arrives in the new Zoom link. 🗺️ Discussion Guide: You will have a topic-specific discussion guide for the session to help guide conversation. ⏰ Session length: The breakout discussions are scheduled for 45 minutes but you can discuss as long as you want! ✅ Stay on topic: Please make sure to stay on topic. If you and your partner run out of things to discuss, it’s okay to end the discussion early. You will not be returning to the main group when your conversation is over. 🤔 Make the discussion your own: You probably won’t have time to answer all the guide questions so pick and choose! Feel free to also bring in your own questions and ideas outside of the guide. 📝 Survey: A mandatory survey will appear at the end of your session to fill out. This must be filled out for you to get credit for the session in your Dialogues portfolio. 🤸‍♂️ Have fun: There is no preparation needed for this event. These conversations are meant to be casual, in addition to being meaningful. We hope you enjoy it!

In this session, we'll be discussing social media and youth and will use [this discussion guide](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sf8eagf_t6sLxQAMzxHxo3Xi8546lUyq/view?usp=sharing). We will explore questions like: Should there be more age restrictions on social media? Or should society rely on parents and teachers to guide social media usage by youth? Should smart phones be banned in schools? How does social media impact mental health? Welcome to [Dialogues](https://schoolhouse.world/dialogues)! Here’s some helpful information to help you prepare for your session: 📌 Session introduction: At the start of the session, the event host will provide some introductory remarks about how the session will work and tips for discussion. 🧩 Discussion partner matching: All participants will be matched with a conversation partner to discuss with. If there are uneven numbers, you may have two conversation partners. 🤝 Breakout discussions: After the session introduction, everyone will switch to their breakout discussion. Your discussion will be unmoderated, so you can start when your partner arrives in the new Zoom link. 🗺️ Discussion Guide: You will have a topic-specific discussion guide for the session to help guide conversation. ⏰ Session length: The breakout discussions are scheduled for 45 minutes but you can discuss as long as you want! ✅ Stay on topic: Please make sure to stay on topic. If you and your partner run out of things to discuss, it’s okay to end the discussion early. You will not be returning to the main group when your conversation is over. 🤔 Make the discussion your own: You probably won’t have time to answer all the guide questions so pick and choose! Feel free to also bring in your own questions and ideas outside of the guide. 📝 Survey: A mandatory survey will appear at the end of your session to fill out. This must be filled out for you to get credit for the session in your Dialogues portfolio. 🤸‍♂️ Have fun: There is no preparation needed for this event. These conversations are meant to be casual, in addition to being meaningful. We hope you enjoy it!

In this session, we'll be discussing Climate Change and will use [this discussion guide](https://drive.google.com/file/d/12Lq1T_035ZcVg_oekjuTy2epk8JMVUie/view?usp=sharing). We'll explore questions like: What role should governments play in addressing climate change? How is climate change impacting different regions of the world? What role does education and culture play in improving sustainability? Welcome to [Dialogues](https://schoolhouse.world/dialogues)! Here’s some helpful information to help you prepare for your session: 📌 Session introduction: At the start of the session, the event host will provide some introductory remarks about how the session will work and tips for discussion. 🧩 Discussion partner matching: All participants will be matched with a conversation partner to discuss with. If there are uneven numbers, you may have two conversation partners. 🤝 Breakout discussions: After the session introduction, everyone will switch to their breakout discussion. Your discussion will be unmoderated, so you can start when your partner arrives in the new Zoom link. 🗺️ Discussion Guide: You will have a topic-specific discussion guide for the session to help guide conversation. ⏰ Session length: The breakout discussions are scheduled for 45 minutes but you can discuss as long as you want! ✅ Stay on topic: Please make sure to stay on topic. If you and your partner run out of things to discuss, it’s okay to end the discussion early. You will not be returning to the main group when your conversation is over. 🤔 Make the discussion your own: You probably won’t have time to answer all the guide questions so pick and choose! Feel free to also bring in your own questions and ideas outside of the guide. 📝 Survey: A mandatory survey will appear at the end of your session to fill out. This must be filled out for you to get credit for the session in your Dialogues portfolio. 🤸‍♂️ Have fun: There is no preparation needed for this event. These conversations are meant to be casual, in addition to being meaningful. We hope you enjoy it!

Join the Schoolhouse product team for an update on the organization's progress and goals! We'll cover highlights from Fall 2024 and dive into our exciting plans for Spring 2025. Plus, there will be plenty of time for Q&A! Check out the public SHW roadmap here: https://schoolhouse.world/roadmap Note: This session will be recorded and shared online for anyone unable to attend.

In this session, we'll be discussing policing and will be using [this discussion guide](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bt0DOJd11cIxPm_034kKWxpoUayKEPrd/view?usp=sharing). We will explore questions like: How does policing work in different countries? Does policing perpetuate systems of discrimination? Does policing lack accountability? How should policing be reformed? Welcome to [Dialogues](https://schoolhouse.world/dialogues)! Here’s some helpful information to help you prepare for your session: 📌 Session introduction: At the start of the session, the event host will provide some introductory remarks about how the session will work and tips for discussion. 🧩 Discussion partner matching: All participants will be matched with a conversation partner to discuss with. If there are uneven numbers, you may have two conversation partners. 🤝 Breakout discussions: After the session introduction, everyone will switch to their breakout discussion. Your discussion will be unmoderated, so you can start when your partner arrives in the new Zoom link. 🗺️ Discussion Guide: You will have a topic-specific discussion guide for the session to help guide conversation. ⏰ Session length: The breakout discussions are scheduled for 45 minutes but you can discuss as long as you want! ✅ Stay on topic: Please make sure to stay on topic. If you and your partner run out of things to discuss, it’s okay to end the discussion early. You will not be returning to the main group when your conversation is over. 🤔 Make the discussion your own: You probably won’t have time to answer all the guide questions so pick and choose! Feel free to also bring in your own questions and ideas outside of the guide. 📝 Survey: A mandatory survey will appear at the end of your session to fill out. This must be filled out for you to get credit for the session in your Dialogues portfolio. 🤸‍♂️ Have fun: There is no preparation needed for this event. These conversations are meant to be casual, in addition to being meaningful. We hope you enjoy it!

Welcome to [Dialogues](https://schoolhouse.world/dialogues)! We will be discussing Threats to Democracy. In this session, you will explore the biggest threats to democracy that exist around the world today. You'll examine the role of corruption, lack of citizen trust in institutions, the rise of authoritarian leadership, and anti-democratic movements. Here’s some helpful information to help you prepare for your session: 📌 Session introduction: At the start of the session, the event host will provide some introductory remarks about how the session will work and tips for discussion. 🧩 Discussion partner matching: All participants will be matched with a conversation partner to discuss with. If there are uneven numbers, you may have two conversation partners. 🤝 Breakout discussions: After the session introduction, everyone will switch to their breakout discussion. Your discussion will be unmoderated, so you can start when your partner arrives in the new Zoom link. 🗺️ Discussion Guide: You will have a topic-specific discussion guide for the session to help guide conversation. ⏰ Session length: The breakout discussions are scheduled for 45 minutes but you can discuss as long as you want! ✅ Stay on topic: Please make sure to stay on topic. If you and your partner run out of things to discuss, it’s okay to end the discussion early. You will not be returning to the main group when your conversation is over. 🤔 Make the discussion your own: You probably won’t have time to answer all the guide questions so pick and choose! Feel free to also bring in your own questions and ideas outside of the guide. 📝 Survey: A mandatory survey will appear at the end of your session to fill out. This must be filled out for you to get credit for the session in your Dialogues portfolio. 🤸‍♂️ Have fun: There is no preparation needed for this event. These conversations are meant to be casual, in addition to being meaningful. We hope you enjoy it!

Sal Khan, the CEO of Schoolhouse.world and Khan Academy will be joining us for a live Q&A about the [new Dialogues initiative](https://schoolhouse.world/w/hub/p/72947) at Schoolhouse! 🎉 Sal will be sharing why he is personally invested in the Dialogues initiative and what he sees the role of dialogue playing in the future of education. You can [submit your questions for Sal here](https://forms.gle/4SdZHRtf8kJeZsVM9) and we will ask him as many as we have time for! You can read the [Dialogue Manifesto](https://schoolhouse.world/blog/dialogues-manifesto) by Sal here to learn more.

Join AJ Lee from the University of Denver for a virtual workshop on navigating the Common Application. AJ will share tips on completing the various sections of the Common App, how students can present their accomplishments effectively, as well as discuss the college experience at the University of Denver. There will also be time allotted for Q&A. AJ Lee is an Associate Director of Admissions at the University of Denver.