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NEWS Jul 24, 2024

Romania will host European Schools Debate Championship 2025

Bucharest, Romania, has been selected as the host city for the 2025 European Schools Debating Championship (EuroSDC).

NEWS Jul 23, 2024

International training program for volunteer debate judges

Ten-day training event, held during the World Schools Debating Championship, combined training, job shadowing, and practical experience. Participants shared feedback methods and improved their evaluation skills. Job shadowing provided insight into be...

NEWS Jul 14, 2024

IDEA Youth forum 2024

The IDEA Youth Forum 2024 continued our 30 year tradition of showcasing the power of youth in driving educational and social initiatives. By providing a platform for young debaters to learn, teach, and engage in meaningful discussions, the forum help...