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NEWS Apr 14, 2025

Information & Application Form for Prospective New Board Members

IDEA is looking for new members to join its Board of Directors. The Board supports the organisation’s strategy, governance, and mission to promote debate and critical thinking among young people.

NEWS Apr 07, 2025

Bidding process for EuroSDC 2027 now open

Having confirmed Skopje for EuroSDC 2026, the Steering Committee is now announcing the beginning of the selection process for EuroSDC 2027 host.

NEWS Apr 07, 2025

EuroSDC 2026 will be held in Skopje

The EuroSDC community has selected the North Macedonia bid to host EuroSDC 2026. Further announcements are to follow as the tournament draws nearer. See you in Skopje next year!

NEWS Apr 03, 2025

Green Debate Tournaments

Join the Green Debate Tournaments this May! Are you passionate about the environment and ready to test your debating skills? Join us this May for two online tournaments, which are part of the Empowering youth work for the green debate project.