Doha Debates
Media Productionad Dawḩah, Qatar51-200 Employees
Doha Debates is a media production organization based in Doha, Qatar, focused on fostering dialogue by presenting multiple sides of an issue and encouraging consensus through bridge-building across diverse viewpoints. Its work centers on hosting live debates and related content that enables listeners to gain a nuanced understanding of global topics, with an emphasis on thoughtful, respectful discussion in its online community. The company positions itself within the media production sector as a platform for dialogue-driven programming and collaborative projects with international partners. Its activities include partnerships with organizations such as Foreign Policy, UNHCR, Fortify Rights, and TED, reflecting a track record of joint ventures across broadcast, documentary, and online formats. Doha Debates operates with a relatively small, dedicated team and maintains a presence in the region as a hub for discourse on global issues. A recent collaboration noted in industry coverage is a partnership with Foreign Policy to produce a podcast series that places listeners in the room for negotiations.