Communal Living Meltdown

As the secret architect of a controversial membership policy that would screen applicants based on political beliefs, you've ignited a powder keg in your once-peaceful housing cooperative. The 40-unit complex has split into warring factions, with long-time friends now becoming bitter enemies. Tonight's emergency meeting will determine both your fate and the future of the community you helped build.

Challenges

Survivors

Popularity

Difficulty

B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Policy Committee Chair & 5-year resident

Conversation Partner

Diane Blackwood, Co-op Board President

Setting

Tense community room with harsh fluorescent lighting, divided seating arrangements showing clear faction lines, security camera blinking in corner

Location

Harmony Heights Housing Cooperative, Building A

Learning Objectives

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Survive the emergency meeting without admitting sole authorship

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Build coalition support among moderate members

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Prevent the board from accessing your email archive

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Before we begin tonight's... rather unprecedented meeting, I'd like to give you an opportunity to address the document that's been circulating. The one with your digital signature from last Tuesday.”

This is how Diane Blackwood, Co-op Board President's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#765

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