Conversation Card Decks
The One Small Step Conversation Card Decks are a set of thoughtfully designed question cards that help people engage in meaningful, respectful conversations across difference.
The deck features curated OSS prompts that encourage storytelling, curiosity, and listening — making it easier to begin a conversation, deepen it, or keep it moving when things feel stuck.
The decks are available in multiple digital and print formats, so you can choose what works best for your space, audience, and goals
Use the decks to:
- Open or close a conversation session
- Give participants choice in what they want to talk about
- Support small-group or pair discussions
Tip: Cards can be drawn randomly or selected intentionally, depending on the group and moment.
Project & Choose
Display cards on a screen or table and let participants vote on what to discuss.
Table Cards
Place a small stack at each table so groups can choose their own prompts.
Card Pull
Invite participants to draw a card at random to guide the conversation.
Reflection First
Ask participants to read a card silently, reflect, then share if they wish.
Rotating Prompts
Have groups switch cards partway through to explore new perspectives.
Warm-Up or Cool-Down
Use a single card to open or close a meeting with shared reflection.
Breakout Rooms
Assign one digital card to each breakout group in virtual sessions.
Planning Tool
Pre-select cards that align with your goals, themes, or audience.
Hybrid Use
Use the digital deck alongside printed cards so all groups stay aligned.
Outreach & Tabling
Use cards as easy conversation starters at events or community tables.