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

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...

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...

Final clarifications and motions for WSDC 2024 have been announced

We are pleased to report on IDEA's participation in the WEXFO Conference and WEXFO Youth Network Conference 2024 in Lillehammer, Norway. Collaboration with WEXFO reflects our ongoing efforts to foster informed, active citizenship among young people.

Social media campaing based on the input of young people is kicking off

A full set of courses on teaching debate strategy and global citizenships, including e-learning, lesson plans, and background material, is now available. With these courses IDEA promotes the use of global citizenship in debate-based youth work. Debat...

As the scope of our work grows we are looking for additional full time and part time staff in administrative, organisational and fundraising positions

After the success of EuroSDC 2024, the bidding process for 2025 is now opened. If you or your organisation is interested in hosting the best high school debaters across Europe, please read on to find out all the details about the bidding process.

Debate workshops in Estonia, Czechia, and Slovenia introduced youth trainers in tools for critical EU discussions, enhancing understanding and debate skills across Europe

We are saddened to report on the passing of wonderful educator and a member of the global debate community - Ronna Liggett.

IDEA's "United for Ukraine" initiative has provided critical support to the Ukrainian debate community, offering immediate aid, medical supplies, and psychological support. Transitioning to long-term assistance, we are now focusing on integration of ...