Youth Dialogue & Global Issues
Speak up. Listen deeply. Act globally.
Overview
The Youth Dialogue & Global Issues Exchange Program gives students a voice on the challenges that define their future — from climate change to digital ethics, cultural identity to global peace.
Participants from different countries join in structured dialogue, public speaking, Model United Nations simulations, debates, and youth forums. It’s not just about speaking English — it’s about learning to listen, express, negotiate, and act as responsible global citizens.
This exchange builds future-ready communicators, advocates, and bridge builders.
What’s Included
Global Youth Forum Sessions
• Themed forums on topics like climate justice, AI & ethics, cultural preservation, or education equity
• Students prepare short speeches or group presentations
• Interactive Q&A and peer response sessions
Model United Nations (MUN)
• Students represent countries or organizations in simulations
• Negotiate, draft resolutions, and deliver speeches on global issues
• Learn research, diplomacy, and leadership
Debate & Critical Thinking Skills
• Participate in friendly inter-school debate or panel discussions
• Practice logic, rebuttal, respectful argumentation
• Learn how different cultures frame similar problems
Cross-Cultural Dialogue Circles
• Guided small-group conversations around shared values , identity , and youth challenges
• Encourage listening , questioning , and empathy
• Write reflections or video responses to peers
Youth-led Action Project Planning
• Create simple social campaigns or proposals related to SDGs
• Team up across borders to co-design a community initiative
• Present ideas in a mini pitch or exhibition
Target Participants
• Students aged 13–18, especially from international, bilingual, or humanities-focused schools
• Curious, outspoken, or reflective youth with an interest in social issues
• No prior MUN or debate experience required — adaptable to beginners and advanced levels
Sample Exchange Activities
Global Youth Forum
Mixed-nation panel with speeches + Q&A
Model UN Simulation
Country delegation role-play + negotiation
Mini Debate Workshop
Mixed-language debate with coaching
Dialogue Circle
Culture-sharing + empathy-based conversation
Youth Pitch Presentation
Co-create and present global action ideas
Learning Outcomes
Critical thinking and civic awareness
Confident public speaking and intercultural communication
Empathy and active listening across worldviews
Collaborative problem solving & global mindset
A sense of agency as a global youth leader
Student Reflection
“In our youth forum on digital responsibility, I realized that students from different countries all worry about similar things. We disagreed at first, but by the end, we were writing a proposal together.”
— Elena, 17, from Spain