Events
Conversationalist Series

Learn United: A Conversation of Resilience | United Way of Greater Chattanooga
Reverend Nontombi Naomi Tutu joined us for a conversation on resilience our shared humanity.

Learn United: A Conversation of Hope | United Way of Greater Chattanooga
Millions partnered with United Way of Chattanooga to launch Learn United Conversation Series.

State of the Union After January 6th
Rachel Brown, Dr. Jason Dempsey, & Samar Ali discuss the effects of January 6th one year later.

Protected Speech & American Fear
Deborah Fisher, Dr. Andrew Ladley, & Samar Ali discuss 1st Amendment freedoms and dangerous speech.

Displacement & Climate Disasters
Jody Stewart, Luis Martinez, & Remziya Suleyman discuss environmental concerns & disaster relief.

American Identity and the War on Terror
Samar Ali and Dr. Falguni Sheth discuss race, identity, and the impact of the War on Terror.

Healthcare in Our Communities
Conversation on healthcare and wellness needs across urban, rural, and global communities.

The Politics of Guns in America
Conversation about gun violence in the US and its relationship to masculinity, health, and racism.

PURPLE: Online Film Screening and Discussion
Millions invites you to watch and discuss the film, Purple.

Across County Lines
Future voters discuss issues that impact their communities and how they can collaborate for change.

Exploring Truth & Reconciliation
We engage in conversation about the potential for justice and accountability in the United States.

Depolarization Summit, 2020
Speakers from across sectors came together to discuss tactics for addressing political violence.

#PledgeToListen: What Does The Second Amendment Mean?
We modeled a productive conversation between two people of opposing opinions.

Why Should Students Vote?
Millions senior policy advisor, Dr. Jonathan Metzl, hosts a discussion about democracy and protest.

Stories of Faith: From Jerusalem to New York City
We host Narrative4 to learn how personal storytelling builds empathy and transcends differences.

Mapping the Peacebuilding Community: An Hour with Princeton’s Bridging Divides Initiative
We explore an interactive map tracking peace-building organizations in America.

Future Of The South
Future voters discuss their vision for the future of the South in wake of the Black Lives Matter.

Understanding Hate & Extremism (And Tools for Fighting Back)
We host IFA in a conversation regarding social and political disinformation.

Free Trip To Egypt – Screening in Nashville
Join us for an exclusive screening of Free Trip To Egypt and post-film discussion.
Engine for Art, Democracy & Justice

The Future of Unity: A Cuban Conversation: Episode 3, 2022
Panelists discuss Cuban contemporary art as models for the future of artistic solidarity in Cuba.

Monumental Acts of Resistance: Episode 2, 2022
Panelists discuss artistic interventions that confront the legacy of colonialism through monuments.

Ocean as Archive: Episode 1, 2022
Panelists focus on the significance of the ocean as a cultural archive for the history of migration.

On Pigmented Futures: Episode 12, 2020-2021
The final episode looks to the future of contemporary art, artistic activism, and racial justice.

Public Art–As Networks Between Dispersed Geographies: Episode 11, 2020-2021
This episode centers on the work of globally-renowned Ghanaian artist, Ibrahim Mahama.

Black Notations: Afro-American Composer Julius Eastman: Episode 9, 2020-2021
Led by Marina Fokidis, participants discuss the work and legacy of this revolutionary composer.

Love Transmutation: Episode 8, 2020-2021
We gather to consider love transmitted through art as a path towards justice and democracy.

Love Transmutation: Episode 7, 2020-2021
We gather to consider love transmitted through art as a path towards justice and democracy.

Performativity And The Social Body: Episode 6, 2020-2021
We gather to discuss performativity as a practice of resilience, resistance and transcendence.

Performativity And The Social Body: Episode 5, 2020-2021
We discuss performativity as a practice of resilience, resistance and transcendence.

Paths Of Emerging Solidarity: Episode 4, 2020-2021
We explore the concept of position and the shared legacy of colonialism and adaptation of culture.

Paths Of Emerging Solidarity: Episode 3, 2020-2021
We explore the concept of position and the shared legacy of colonialism and adaptation of culture.

Redefining Monuments: Episode 2, 2020-2021
Second installment where EADJ participants explore the history and future of monuments.

Redefining Monuments: Episode 1, 2020-2021
EADJ participants explore the history and future of monuments.
External Events

Women Changemakers: Bold Vision, Innovative Risk-taking and Inspired Leadership Around the Globe | Votes for Women Speaker Series
Samar Ali interviews Elyse Nelson on women's political and economic empowerment.

America and the Taliban | Asia Society
Jason Dempsey joins an expert panel and screening of PBS docuseries 'America and the Taliban.'

Investiture Ceremony of Amani Reed | University School of Nashville
Samar Ali keynoted at the inauguration of Amani Reed as USN head of school.

Skoll World Forum
Celebrating 20 years of impact and the innovators who drive social progress.

Clinton Global Initiative University | Vanderbilt University
Millions of Conversations joins with the Clinton Global Initiative University at Vanderbilt.

Dr. Yasmine Ali, author of Walk Through Fire, in conversation with Samar S. Ali | Parnassus Books
Samar Ali joins Dr. Yasmine Ali in conversation to celebrate the lunch of her new book.

Seven Steps Towards Sustainable Peace | Conversations at OZ
Samar Ali co-hosts OZ Arts Nashville’s annual fundraiser, Conversations at OZ.

Davos to Doha: The Power of Storytelling by Samar Ali | Belmont University Center for Global Citizenship
Samar Ali shares her experiences with finding positive resolution through common ground.

World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, Davos
Young Global Leader, Samar Ali, joins the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos.

Educating Girls Symposium: Nashville | International Coalition of Girls’ Schools
Samar Ali will serve as the Opening Keynote Speaker at the ICGS Educating Girls Symposium.

Faith & Civility in the Public Square | Woodmont Christian Church
Samar Ali and Nashville Mayor, John Cooper, discuss the challenge of unity in a polarized culture.

The Rep. John Lewis Way March
Join us for the one year celebration of the commemoration of Rep. John Lewis Way in Nashville.

Battling the Effects of Conspiracy Theories and Disinformation | Global Democracy Champions Summit
Samar Ali will discuss implications of disinformation in the upcoming elections and solutions.

Protector Monuments | I Am Your Protector
Installation of life-size monuments of extraordinary people at Nashville's Earth Day celebration.

This Love Thing: Commemoration of MLK at the Fisk Spring Arts Festival | IMAN
Evening of spiritual and communal solidarity through performances, storytelling, and Iftar dinner.

This Love Thing: MLK Remembrance Pop-up Concert | IMAN
Pop-up concert and cypher that’ll leave you yearning, breaking and freeing in the spirit of love.

International Student Action Summit: Rediscovering Your Identity | LearnServe
International students learning about important social issues. Keynote speaking from Samar Ali.

Race in the Military: The U.S. Marine Corps | Center for a New American Security
A discussion on the Marine Corps’ efforts to address diversity and inclusion.

“Ukraine, Putin, & What’s Next?” | Woodmont Christian Church
A dialogue with Dr. Clay Stauffer and Dr. Samar Ali on the Russian and Ukraine crisis.

Border Wars: How Russia and Ukraine’s Conflict Could Impact the World | Vanderbilt Project on Unity & American Democracy
A virtual panel on the evolving crisis between Russia and Ukraine.

Bridging the Rural-Urban Divide | UNC Abbey Speaker Series
A panel of experts discuss how citizens can better understand and bridge the rural-urban divide.

Common Values, Shared Future: Pathway to Unity | FrankTalks
Based on results of the recent Civic Index, Samar Ali speaks on unity and American democracy.

9/11: Two Decades Later | Vanderbilt Project on Unity & American Democracy
A virtual discussion of the impact of 9/11 with Samar Ali and fellow Vanderbilt scholars.

Afghanistan in Crisis | Project on Unity and American Democracy
Samar Ali and fellow Vanderbilt scholars discuss conflict in Afghanistan with Lt. Gen. Scott Howell.

Celebration of Life | Rep. John Lewis Way in Nashville
A weekend of events concluded at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville to celebrate John Lewis.

Bridging the Urban-Rural Divide | Johns Hopkins SNF Agora Institute
Samar Ali speaks with panelists on coming together across geographic, political, and racial divides.

Diplomacy Forum: Values-based Leadership at Home and on the Global Stage | Meridian International
Samar Ali speaks with former Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen about values-based diplomacy.

Shall we burn bridges or build them? | Shoulder to Shoulder
Samar Ali and Wajahat Ali discuss the path forward from our current state of division.

Virtual Book Launch: I Am Not Your Enemy
Join friend of Millions, Michael McRay, for a special launch for his new book, I Am Not Your Enemy.

2019 Empowering Women Conference: Catalysts for Change
The American Muslim Advisory Council invited us to find authenticity, belonging, and community.
Racial Justice Teach Outs

Immigration & Border Politics
Scholars and activists discuss contemporary immigration to the global north.

Voter Rights & Voter Suppression
An academic, activist, and elected official discuss issues of voter rights and suppression.

Racial Injustice in Colorblind Policing & Prisons
Scholars and activists discuss racial injustice in the colorblind systems of prisons and policing.

Haiti & the U.S.: Political Pasts, Presents, & Futures
Scholars and community leaders discuss the context and impacts of the current crises in Haiti.

Critical Race Theory in Tennessee
Local educators discuss critical race theory in Tennessee school systems.