IDEA-BFSU tournament registration ending soon
Date Posted: 2009-11-20 17:50:45

The annual IDEA-BFSU tournament is quickly approaching, and so is the registration deadline. Register by December 5th to ensure your spot at this exciting event in Beijing, China. The International Debate Education Association and Beijing Foreign Studies University will host this tournament on December 11-13, 2009, at BFSU in the heart of China's capital city.

The People Speak Global Debates nears deadline to hold debate
Date Posted: 2009-11-20 17:48:15

The clock is ticking for The People Speak Global Debates! The deadline for teams to complete their public debates is November 30th.

National Junior Forensic League Tournament to take place in June
Date Posted: 2009-11-20 17:43:56

Attention all middle school debate teams! The 2010 National Junior Forensic League tournament will be held June 24th-27th, 2010, in Iowa City, Iowa. Hosted by IDEA in cooperation with the National Forensic League, the NJFL tournament prepares middle school debaters for competition on the national level.

IDEA Exchange to share ideas from around the world
Date Posted: 2009-11-20 17:41:29

In less than a month, 150 people from around the world will meet to share their ideas and learn from others at the IDEA Exchange in London. Hosted by IDEA, Debatewise, and Goldsmiths University, the Exchange will take place December 12th-13th.

Global Youth Panel reaches goal of 1,000 members
Date Posted: 2009-11-20 17:37:39

The Global Youth Panel has reached its target goal of 1,000 members. The group consists of 500 panelists, and approximately 100 country coordinators with five panelists each.

IDEA program coordinators provide small business training to youth in Burma
Date Posted: 2009-11-20 17:24:31

Recently, IDEA program coordinators of Northeast Asia and Southeast Asia, Lin Lu and Alisa Keetanitinun, traveled to Yangon, Burma to help out with a small business training series for the interfaith youth group of the Shalom Foundation.

Former IDEA trainer shares his inspiring story of debate
Date Posted: 2009-11-20 17:23:06

Thomas McCloskey, a former IDEA trainer, has always known the powerful effect debate can have in society. But when he joined the Peace Corps, he experienced first-hand how debate can make a difference in more ways than one. He shares his account of debate in a classroom of young Ukrainian students.

IDEA General Assembly 2009!
Date Posted: 2009-11-12 05:39:41

The General Assembly of IDEA will take place in London on the 11-12th of December. The General Assembly will take place in conjunction with the annual IDEA Exchange.

All members of the General Assembly are cordially invited to attend the Grand Opening of the GA and the IDEA Exchange that will take place in the House of Lords in the Westminster Palace on Thursday the 10th of December. The Grand Opening will start at 18.00 in the Palace of Westminster in the River Room. If you would like to attend the Grand Opening, please inform Marcin Zaleski by no later than 27th of November to receive a personal invitation.

General Assembly sessions will start at 9.00 on Friday the 11th in the Deptford Town Hall Room at the Goldsmiths University.

Supporting IDEA never looked so good!
Date Posted: 2009-11-11 18:56:17

That's right, you can support the International Debate Education Association, and look stylish in the process. Whenever you purchase IDEA clothing or accessories from the IDEA CafePress online store, you also support IDEA.

Registration for Budva Open 2009 nearing deadline
Date Posted: 2009-11-11 18:53:13

Hurry! Registration for the Budva Open 2009 ends on November 17th. On November 20-22, 2009, the Logos Center for Creative Communication will be hosting its third annual international debate tournament in Budva, Montenegro.

Debate in the Neighborhood update
Date Posted: 2009-11-11 18:49:43

Recently, IDEA's "Debate in the Neighborhood Project" worked to increase dialogue between youth and local police in the Netherlands city of Rotterdam.

Join CAI participant in the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Video Contest
Date Posted: 2009-11-11 18:44:31

Sponsored by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), "My View: The Asia-Pacific Climate Change Video Contest" is promoting awareness of climate change, stimulating debate, and encouraging climate change solutions in the lead-up to Copenhagen.

Climate Advocacy Institute partners promote the Coal River Mountain Petition
Date Posted: 2009-11-11 18:40:19

This petition asks the Obama Administration to intervene at Coal River Mountain, where blasting has begun on this Appalachian mountaintop for coal mining purposes. Join IDEA's Climate Advocacy Institute partners in supporting a cause that is at the center of the institute's purpose.

Mark your calendars for the 2010 International Tournament of Champions
Date Posted: 2009-11-11 18:36:39

The annual International Tournament of Champions is set to take place on May 21-23, 2010 on the campus of Willamette University in Salem, Oregon, US. This year's tournament will gather debaters from around the globe for worlds-style competition, as well as friendship-building activities.

Global Debaters: IDEA Challenge deadline fast approaching
Date Posted: 2009-11-05 13:46:20

On your way to the Global Debates grand prize, don’t miss out on the IDEA Challenge, a special contest this fall 2009. You could win participation fees for your team to attend the 2010 IDEA International Tournament of Champions at Willamette University and 500 Global Debates points!

Macedonia Open 2009 holds seventh annual international debate tournament
Date Posted: 2009-11-05 13:39:05

The Macedonia Open is an international debate tournament which takes place annually in Skopje, Macedonia. The seventh annual open will be hosted by the Youth Educational Forum from December 18-20, 2009.

IDEA-Netherlands "Debate in the Neighborhood" program increases dialogue with youth
Date Posted: 2009-11-05 13:32:02

Recently, the Debate in the Neighborhood program has worked in the community of Tholen to increase youth knowledge in policy-making. In addition, IDEA has worked to increase dialogue between youth and local police in Rotterdam.

Tournament in Minsk joins debaters from far and wide
Date Posted: 2009-11-05 13:17:26

On October 24th and 25th, debaters gathered from various regions to participate in the recent tournament held in Minsk, Belarus. Participants came from as near as Minsk, and from as far away as Grodno and Baranovichi, and other cities

IDEA Youth Forum opens registration for 2010 trainers, and invites bidders for 2011
Date Posted: 2009-11-04 18:58:46

DEA is looking for 21 trainers, who would be interested in teaching at the forum. IDEA would also like to invite organizations to co-host the 2011 Youth Forum.

BFSU and IDEA to host international debate tournament next month
Date Posted: 2009-11-04 18:45:24

The annual IDEA-BFSU tournament is quickly approaching, and so is the registration deadline! Registration ends on December 5th. The tournament will be held on December 11- 13, 2009 at the Beijing Foreign Studies University in the heart of China's capital city.

Registration now open for the International Debate Budva Open 2009
Date Posted: 2009-11-04 18:41:14

On November 20-22, 2009, the Logos Center for Creative Communication will be hosting its third annual international debate tournament in Budva, Montenegro. The Budva Open 2009 invites all debaters, coaches and international judges to participate.

“Road to Copenhagen” campaign deadline
Date Posted: 2009-11-02 17:17:36

As part of the “Road to Copenhagen” campaign, Clean Energy Nepal (CEN) and Nepalese Youth for Climate Action (NYCA) are carrying out a “Basecamp to Copenhagen” campaign in which ten youths will trek to Everest Basecamp. Please send a letter of interest no later than November 4, 2009.

Paper submission deadline for eLearning Africa conference
Date Posted: 2009-11-02 16:30:39

The fifth International Conference, ICT, for development, education and training will be hosted by eLearning Africa from May 26-28, 2010 in Lusaka, Zambia. The deadline for submitting papers is December 14th.

IDEA seeks Southeast Asia Program Coordinator
Date Posted: 2009-11-02 12:31:35

The 6-month position, with possibility for renewal, is based in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Global Youth Panel filling up quickly- reserve your spot today!
Date Posted: 2009-10-30 16:42:32

With nearly 300 members already signed up, The Global Youth Panel is quickly reaching its goal of 1,000 members. Panelists have joined from over 70 countries, and from every continent except Antarctica.

Debate in the Neighborhood project trains debate mentors
Date Posted: 2009-10-28 17:48:04

The Debate in the Neighborhood program (DIN), organized by IDEA-Netherlands, is well underway. In Zeeland, more debate mentors successfully completed a four-day training on October 23rd.

Curriculum committee and chief adjudicator selected for Youth Forum 2010
Date Posted: 2009-10-28 17:44:18

The new members of the curriculum committee and the new chief adjudicator have been selected for this year's Youth Forum!

Fall 2009 publication of Controversia has arrived!
Date Posted: 2009-10-28 17:39:58

The fall 2009 Controversia, Volume 6 Issue 2, is now available for purchase! In this issue, topics include the impact of historic speeches, racism in political campaign materials, gender issues, and more.

350 Day of Action in Nepal
Date Posted: 2009-10-27 13:30:29

Buhwan, a past participant in the Climate Advocacy Institute, partnered with the 350 Nepal team to coordinate events across their region. In addition, Buhwan played a significant role in circulating an international petition.

IDEA participants take leadership skills beyond debate
Date Posted: 2009-10-27 11:10:42

This past Saturday, October 24th, was the highly-anticipated 350.org Climate Change Day of Action. Check out how IDEA participants contributed to this historic event!

International Public Policy Forum registration deadline extended
Date Posted: 2009-10-22 13:37:50

The 2009-2010 International Public Policy Forum registration has been extended to Monday 26, 2009. To register, visit the Bickel and Brewer site, and click on "registration."

Global Youth Panel filling up quickly- reserve your spot today!
Date Posted: 2009-10-22 13:26:34

Registration for the Global Youth Panel- the 1,000 strong group who will debate issues arising from the hugely important Copenhagen climate change conference- is going well. There are still spaces, so register now!

Registration still open for IDEA Exchange
Date Posted: 2009-10-22 12:02:03

The registration deadline has been extended for the IDEA Exchange to be held in London, December 12-13, 2009. If you would like to attend the Exchange, please fill out an application and email it to Marcin Zaleski at mzaleski@idebate.org by October 31, 2009.

Earn extra points for Global Debates contest by engaging local leaders
Date Posted: 2009-10-22 11:52:15

A new challenge has been added to this year's The People Speak Global Debates contest. If local elected leaders attend a team's debate event, the team collects 500 extra points!

New issue of Idebate magazine hot off the presses
Date Posted: 2009-10-22 11:44:11

The newest version of IDEA's exclusive magazine, Idebate, is now available for purchase. The publication includes details about events and conferences held this past year, including the 2009 Climate Advocacy Institute, the 2009 Youth Leadership Summit, and the 2009 Youth Forum.

Sign the Nepal petition...
Date Posted: 2009-10-21 16:56:41

Support the 350 effort and combat climate change
Go to http://www.350.org/nepalpetition, sign this petition, and pass it along. This petition is especially meaningful for Nepal, as it is among the ten most vulnerable countries.

Registration opens for the IDEA-BFSU Tournament
Date Posted: 2009-10-20 15:04:07

If you'd like to compete in Mandarin, English, or Moot Court divisions in the capital of the People's Republic of China, register now!

Opportunity to serve on the IDEA-NL Board of Directors
Date Posted: 2009-10-19 17:58:27

At the next IDEA General Assembly, a session will be held to elect at least two new members to the International Debate Education Association of Netherlands Board of Directors.

Debatepedia launches new page for IPPF tournament
Date Posted: 2009-10-14 17:40:47

The International Public Policy Forum (IPPF) is officially underway, and teams from around the world are writing their first essays for a chance to progress in the tournament. In support of this debate tournament, Depatepedia has launched an informational page on the debate topic, with several aspects on the resolution.

Roma debate event encourages dialogue among local youth
Date Posted: 2009-10-14 17:36:56

On November 19, 2009, participants of a debate at Red House in Sofia, Bulgaria will be discussing the motion, "Hate speech transforms Roma into 'tenants' in their own home." The goal of the debate program in Bulgaria is to bring minority and majority youth together, and through debate, provide an opportunity to discuss important and often controversial issues

Global Youth Panel offers young people a voice in the UN Climate Change Conference
Date Posted: 2009-10-14 17:29:03

The United Nations Climate Change Conference is expecting representatives from over 170 countries to attend, in an effort to discuss today's pressing environmental issues. Debatewise and IDEA are doing their part by calling on youth who would like to contribute to this cause by serving on The Global Youth Panel

Win Global Debates points and a trip to the International Tournament of Champions
Date Posted: 2009-10-12 18:15:42

Participating in the Fall 2009 People Speak Global Debates and want to get ahead? The IDEA Challenge is the perfect opportunity! This special contest allows teams a chance to win 500 extra points for the Global Debates, plus an all expense-paid trip to the 2010 IDEA International Tournament of Champions.

IDEA-NJFL National Tournament dates announced
Date Posted: 2009-10-12 18:09:32

This year's IDEA National Junior Forensic League National Tournament will take place from June 24th to June 27th in Iowa City, IA.

Training begins for debate mentors in Amsterdam
Date Posted: 2009-10-07 17:02:40

New debate-mentors in Amsterdam, from 20 to 28 years old, recently took part in their first training session, and are excited to rejuvenate the debate scene in their city.

Estonian Debating Society encourages public debate during mayoral election
Date Posted: 2009-10-06 12:09:19

On October 18th, local elections in Estonia will begin, and the Estonian Debating Society is offering their expertise to help organize a debate between the candidates and local debaters. This project called, "Notice the Argument," will help analyze this public discourse, promote rational discussion, and point out any logical fallacies.

Lithuania victorious in first World Online Debating Championship
Date Posted: 2009-10-05 17:08:50

Congratulations to the debate team from Lithuania, winners of the first-ever World Online Debating Championships. In the final, Lithuania (proposition) and England (opposition) debated over the topic, "We should prize freedom over security and abolish anti-terrorism legislation."

IDEA Youth Forum 2010 to offer unique cultural experience as well as debate training
Date Posted: 2009-10-02 16:47:12

This summer, from July 22-August 4th, 2010, IDEA will host 200 young people from over 30 countries at its 16th annual IDEA Youth Forum, this time in the Province of Zeeland.

Jumpstart your Global Debate with Debatepedia!
Date Posted: 2009-10-02 16:35:15

Debatepedia's exclusive Climate Change and Poverty Portal offers a comprehensive collection of evidence that suggests possible pros and cons for the topic of this year's Global Debate's.

Deadline Oct. 15: register for the 2009 IDEA Exchange
Date Posted: 2009-10-02 16:27:47

The IDEA Exchange will be held in London, December 12-13, 2009. It is being organized by IDEA, Debatewise and Goldsmiths University, whose Media department will help organize an event themed as "The Web and Social Change."

It's not too late to register for the International Public Policy Forum
Date Posted: 2009-10-02 16:17:58

Time is running out to participate in this year's International Public Policy Forum (IPPF), the only contest that gives high school students the opportunity to participate in written and oral debates on public policy. Hurry! The registration deadline is October 14th.

Debate in the Neighborhood
Date Posted: 2009-09-29 16:20:47

From September-December 2009, several activities focusing on debate have been planned in the Netherlands. All part of the "Debate in the Neighborhood Program," organized by IDEA-Netherlands, these activities will take place in the cities of Zeeland, Rotterdam, and Amsterdam.

World Online Debate Championship reaches final round
Date Posted: 2009-09-29 12:42:59

The first annual WODC has finally reached its climax this week. Congratulations to the teams from England and Lithuania, who are advancing to the final round.

IDEA Exchange opening ceremony to be held at the House of Lords at Westminster Palace
Date Posted: 2009-09-28 17:16:58

The IDEA Exchange will commence with a grand opening on Thursday, December 10, 2009 at the House of Lords in the Palace of Westminster. Anyone participating in the Exchange is invited to this event.

ARDOR launches first Romanian online debate championship
Date Posted: 2009-09-23 16:45:20

The Romanian Association of Debate Oratory and Rhetoric is proud to announce the YouSpeak Debate Championship, a three-round tournament held on the new online debating environment, YouSpeak.

Climate Advocacy Institute participants spread the message
Date Posted: 2009-09-23 16:43:25

As the 350 movement gains momentum, CAI participants are taking part in the many events and activities that are helping to achieve the 350.org goal.

Compete to win a team trip to the 2010 Youth Forum
Date Posted: 2009-09-21 18:03:30

What are your plans this October and November? Our Global Debates competition challenges you to speak up and change the world. Debate, take action, and compete to win incredible prizes. The winners of the fall and spring Global Debates earn all-expenses-paid trips to the 2010 Youth Forum!

Debate public policy for scholarships, and a trip to New York City!
Date Posted: 2009-09-21 18:00:27

High school teams from all over the globe are invited to participate, with the top eight teams winning an all-expense-paid trip to the IPPF Finals in New York City, April 16-18, 2010! More than $30,000 in prize money is available — including a $10,000 Grand Prize. Register your team today!

World Online Debate Championship turns out tight matches
Date Posted: 2009-09-21 17:56:48

Only eight teams remain in this tournament, until the much anticipated results reveal who stays and who goes. All the teams have finished debating in the quarter finals that took place on September 10th-13th.

IDEA Youth Forum 2010 to be hosted in Zeeland
Date Posted: 2009-09-21 17:54:23

This summer, from July 22nd- August 4th 2010, IDEA will host 200 young people from over 30 countries at its sixteenth annual IDEA Youth Forum in the Province of Zeeland.

Register now for The People Speak Global Debates
Date Posted: 2009-09-03 13:17:52

Debate climate change and win a trip to the 2010 Youth Forum in the Netherlands, along with other great prizes! This year’s topic is “When it cannot do both, the United Nations should prioritize poverty reduction over combating climate change.”

Football Against Racism in Europe (FARE) Action Week
Date Posted: 2009-09-03 13:15:20

Application Deadline: September 7, 2009

Every year FARE, in partnership with the Union of European Football Associations, organize an action week where football fans, ethnic minorities and football clubs will stand united against discrimination. This year it will take place from October 15- 27th.

Win this debate and also win $10,000!
Date Posted: 2009-08-31 18:49:30

Looking to test your debate skills against the world’s best? The International Public Policy Forum (IPPF) is the only contest that gives high school students the opportunity to participate in written and oral debates on issues of public policy.

World Online Debate Championship finishing up second round
Date Posted: 2009-08-31 18:46:52

Since the WODC commenced on August 10th, debaters from all around the world have been deliberating and arguing their points about international topics. With the preliminary round and the first round settled, teams focused their attention last week on their new debate topics in the next round.

The countdown is on for IDEA Exchange 2009!
Date Posted: 2009-08-31 18:41:59

Hosted by IDEA, Goldsmiths University, and Debatewise, this annual event allows participants to exchange ideas and experiences, and work together in developing and learning about projects. This year’s Exchange will be held on December 12-13th at Goldsmiths University in London.

Get your IDEA Twibbon!
Date Posted: 2009-08-28 17:19:25

Do you like tweeting on Twitter? Well, now you can show your support for IDEA everytime you tweet, because IDEA just got its very own twibbon! You can go to iDebate's very own page on Twibbon to start representing our organization!

More good news for the 350 movement!
Date Posted: 2009-08-26 16:35:52

On August 25th, the chairman of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Rajendera Pachauri, endorsed 350 parts per million as the new target number for the level of CO2 in the earth's atmosphere. This is great news for the international youth climate movement, showing that progress is indeed being made with some of the top scientists and leaders of the world.

Check out what the Climate Advocacy Institute graduates are doing!
Date Posted: 2009-08-24 16:00:20

Some Institute alumni are now participating in a global competition called “Imagine,” hosted by GlobalFOCUS.

Climate Advocacy Institute participants taking action for the 350 movement!
Date Posted: 2009-08-20 18:13:08

Participants are taking their knowledge from the institute and turning it into action in their own communities. Read how these young leaders are inspiring others to particpate in the 350 movement!

The eagerly anticipated Pan-African Universities Debating Championship is back for its second season!
Date Posted: 2009-08-20 18:08:11

Koboko District Debate Championship initiates debate into the region
Date Posted: 2009-08-20 18:05:16

Koboko, Uganda just hosted its first District Debate Championship! See how this five-day event made its mark in the region.

Youth Empowerment through Debate launches first District Debate Championship in Koboko!
Date Posted: 2009-08-14 18:18:24

Discover how this debate championship is making its mark in the Koboko district of Uganda.

Gear up for Global Debates!
Date Posted: 2009-08-14 18:11:40

Here come the Global Debates! Find out here what you have to do to make sure you and your debate team are ready to compete for a spot at the Youth Leadership Summit.

WODC update on Day three
Date Posted: 2009-08-14 18:07:40

Find out how the World Online Debate Championship is playing out...who's winning?

Youth Forum 2009: A first-time perspective
Date Posted: 2009-08-05 20:08:18

Jahorina Mountain, Bosnia and Herzegovina -- It's difficult to know what to expect from the Youth Forum when you a) know there isn't a gathering quite like it; b) are new to debate; and c) don't meet kids from around the world every day...

Training of Trainers in Macedonia
Date Posted: 2009-08-04 19:04:55

Veronika Vlckova and Matej Kurian will lead the Training of Trainers in Macedonia from August 14-17, 2009.

Youth Forum closing ceremony announces the big winners!
Date Posted: 2009-08-04 19:03:45

The Youth Forum closing ceremony took place on August 4, 2009. Those awarded at the final ceremony were not only those who won debate tournaments, but individuals who showed spirit and enthusiasm were also recognized.

Here are the results from the 2009 Youth Forum:

Mixed Team Tournament winners announced, Youth Forum wraps up
Date Posted: 2009-08-04 15:03:01

Team “UBC” won the Youth Forum's Mixed Team Tournament today in a 6 to 1 decision. The motion was, “A just society prioritizes rehabilitation over retribution in its juvenile justice system.”

Debate and win $10 000 Grand Prize. Register your team today!
Date Posted: 2009-08-03 15:38:30

The International Public Policy Forum (IPPF) is the only contest that gives high school students the opportunity to participate in written and oral debates on issues of public policy. This contest is open to schools across the world free of charge.

Climate advocates make their presence on Google Earth
Date Posted: 2009-08-03 15:22:25

The participants of the 2009 Climate Advocacy Institute, today’s youth advocates against climate change, shared their photos and stories on Google Earth as part of their final project in the New Media track of the Institute.

IDEA FORUM 2010 to be hosted in the Netherlands!
Date Posted: 2009-07-31 19:53:49

We are excited to inform you that next year's IDEA International Youth Forum will take place in Zeeland Province in the Netherlands.
We will be updating you about the progress of the preparations, exact dates, location and venue in the coming weeks.

Meet the new KPDC champions!
Date Posted: 2009-07-31 19:49:34

Find out who won the Karl Popper Debate Championship at the Youth Forum and much more!

World Online Debate Championship preliminary round commences!
Date Posted: 2009-07-28 16:24:38

Debatewise and IDEA are pleased to announce that the preliminary round of the inaugural World Online Debating Championships (WODC) has started. This is to decide which debating teams from the United States of America, Israel and China will go on to represent their country in the Championships on August 10th.

Youth Forum trainers prepare to host guests from around the globe!
Date Posted: 2009-07-23 22:02:33

Read how the trainers at the 15th annual IDEA Youth Forum prepared to host 200 guests!

Youth Debate project holds national finals in Bucharest, Romania
Date Posted: 2009-07-22 18:38:14

Find out what happened at the national finals of the Youth Debate project held on May 31st and June 1st in Bucharest, Romania!

Climate Advocacy Institute participants venture to the site of the Odyssey
Date Posted: 2009-07-22 18:32:47

Visit the blog to read all about how Climate Advocacy Institute participants take on a challenge (just like in the Odyssey) to save the world! In the new millenium, these leaders are fighting against monsters like carbon emissions, the enemies of the earth!

Youth Forum judges announced, documentarian requests debate photos and footage from participants
Date Posted: 2009-07-13 12:50:32

Youth Forum participants, bring your debate footage and photos!

New Debate Videos Uploaded
Date Posted: 2009-07-11 09:11:29

Now you can watch 3 new debate videos created by Gonzalo Escuder in Thailand and Burma.

Romanian debate association announces Best Debaters 2009
Date Posted: 2009-07-09 17:48:21

Teachers of Entebbe, Uganda complete debate training
Date Posted: 2009-07-09 17:36:49

IDEA-NFL Nationals a huge success!
Date Posted: 2009-07-09 17:30:18

Read more at our blog.

Climate Advocacy Institute updates!
Date Posted: 2009-07-09 12:27:22

Please visit the Climate Advocacy Institute website where you can find updates for the Institute, videos from the track session, presentation, manuals, handouts and more.

IDEA and DebateWise to hold first World Online Debating Championship
Date Posted: 2009-07-09 12:09:19

Be a Youth Forum judge!
Date Posted: 2009-07-02 13:43:50

IDEA-NL board member to be interviewed for documentary
Date Posted: 2009-07-02 13:36:00

Catch up with the Big IDEA!
Date Posted: 2009-06-25 18:44:53

Want to find out what's going on in the world of debate? Check out stories from last week's issue and this week's issue of the Big IDEA on the iDebate blog.

The Big IDEA is back!
Date Posted: 2009-06-12 16:58:54

Read the Big IDEA!

IDEA Four-Team Debate Powerpoints
Date Posted: 2009-06-12 00:39:24

Find powerpoints used at the IDEA-XJTU Four-Team Parliamentary Debate Tournament and Training here!

Join the Lesson plans competition and win international public exposure!
Date Posted: 2009-05-29 08:43:06

This 6-weeks campaign aims to gather lesson plans from the coaches and teachers that focus on climate change or one of the specific motions of the Youth Forum. We will evaluate the lesson plans every week (6 weeks in total) and announce the winners via the YF Newsletter and Idebate website. The author of the best lesson plan of all 6 weeks will be announced and awarded at the closing ceremony of the Youth Forum. Apart from public recognition, each winner will receive a book of his/her choice from the Idebate press.

Youth Forum news: At least 10 new articles every week!
Date Posted: 2009-04-23 09:03:34

The YF website has an exponentially growing resource section which aims to help you with the preparation for the Karl Popper Debate Championship! Visit it also if you are interested in topics like climate change, reducing carbon emissions and addressing youth violence.
Every article is labeled with the reading difficulty level and includes a brief summary of the article to help you decide, which one to read. Do comment on the articles to provide your opinion and to ask or even question our trainers' interpretation.

IDEA-NFL Qualifier Series Continues in Korea
Date Posted: 2009-04-13 00:25:03

Last weekend students from ten different high schools in Korea came together to compete in the fourth-annual IDEA-NFL Qualifier Tournament. After two busy days of debate and one packed day of speech events, Korea’s top forensics students were selected to participate in 2009 NFL National Tournament in Birmingham, Alabama.

Singapore IDEA-NFL Tournament a Success
Date Posted: 2009-04-06 05:09:12

The IDEA-NFL Qualifier Tournament just wrapped up in Singapore. The top students in each of five speaking events earned spots to compete in the 2009 NFL National Tournament in Birmingham, Alabama. This year saw over 60 competitors from nine different schools!

2009 IDEA Youth Forum registration launched!
Date Posted: 2009-03-23 11:03:24

IDEA Youth Forum has launched the registration!

We have decided to postpone the registration deadline for both the financial aid and the regular applications! In case you are applying for the Youth Forum fee waiver, you will have until April 30, 2009. In case you are not seeking financial support in the form of a fee waiver, the deadline is May 15, 2009!

Register for the Global Advocacy Institute
Date Posted: 2009-03-19 14:43:02

The Global Advocacy Institute provides training for tomorrow’s leaders in tools that help them to promote discussion of issues that are important to them and their communities, and to advocate for positive change.

IDEA – XJTU Four-Team Debate Tournament!
Date Posted: 2009-03-18 20:21:53

You are cordially invited to attend the IDEA – XJTU Four-Team Debate Tournament on the campus of Xi'an Jiaotung University.

Chinese debate team tours southern California
Date Posted: 2009-03-07 23:33:12

Watch top debaters in New York City!
Date Posted: 2009-03-04 21:01:47

Korea DebateFest in full swing!
Date Posted: 2009-02-20 15:07:06

February has been a jam-packed month for debate in Korea. The first week kicked off the Korean National High School Debate Championship and Workshop.

On April 8, top university teams go head-to-head in New York!
Date Posted: 2009-02-20 14:52:30

This round-robin invitational debate is sponsored in part by the Open Society Institute and organized by the International Debate Education Association and Hobart and William Smith Colleges.

High school students around the world: prepare for the Spring Global Debates!
Date Posted: 2009-02-20 14:33:27

Are you ready to join a truly global discussion by organizing a Global Debate in your school, and have a chance at winning a trip to the Youth Leadership Summit in New York City?

IDEA opens CafePress store
Date Posted: 2009-02-15 17:26:56

Support a good cause, and order an awesome IDEA logo item from IDEA's new CafePress store! We're offering T-shirts of every fit, color and style (including ringers and raglans), as well as mugs, mouse pads, and more. Shop IDEA!

Youth Forum registration is about to open
Date Posted: 2009-02-12 06:05:47

Participation in the IDEA Youth Forum is conditional. All participants will be reviewed and invited to attend the IDEA Youth Forum by the Participants’ Selection Committee.

The cost for the whole Youth Forum is 600 EUR per person. There are some participation fee waivers available. Registration opens soon and will close on April 30, 2009. Applicants wishing to apply for fee waiver have to submit their application by March 31, 2009.

Register for YouthCamps!
Date Posted: 2009-02-09 12:59:02

We have now opened the registration for 2009 spring YouthCamps, starting with the Istanbul YouthCamp, to be held April 4th and 5th. Please visit the site for registration requirements and more info!

Tallinn Open 2009
Date Posted: 2009-02-06 11:23:15

Estonian Debating Society is happy to announce that Tallinn Open 2009, a debating tournament for high school students in Karl Popper debating format, will be taking place on 6th to 8th of March in Tallinn, the beautiful medieval capital of Estonia.

Help us improve idebate.org!
Date Posted: 2009-02-04 19:15:39

The time has come to redesign idebate.org, and we need your help. The site exists for you, so what would you like to see more of on idebate.org? How would you improve it? Complete the survey today!

IDEA is looking for the Chief Adjudicator and Tabulation Officer
Date Posted: 2009-02-03 13:08:11

IDEA is looking for Chief Adjudicator and Tabulation Officer!
The Tabulation Officer is the person responsible for tabulation of all the Karl Popper debate tournaments that take place during the Forum.

The Chief Adjudicator is the main coordinator of the Karl Popper debate tournaments that take place during the Forum and all activities connected to them. S/he oversees the work of a tabulation officer and the Deputy CAs (judges’ trainers), develops necessary KP judging materials. S/he is also responsible for KP rules streamlining and enforcement throughout all the KP competitions taking place during the Youth Forum.

2009 HWS/IDEA Round Robin
Date Posted: 2009-01-27 12:43:35

Applications are due January 31!

Youth Forum Curriculum Committee selecting trainers
Date Posted: 2009-01-22 19:03:53

We have received 89 applications for International Trainer positions at the upcoming 2009 IDEA Youth Forum, held in Bosnia and Herzegovina, July 23rd to August 5th, at the Jahorina Olympic center! The Curriculum Committee will be selecting 20 applicants.Come back after February 15 to find out who the selected trainers are!

Watch President Barack Obama's inuaguration speech!
Date Posted: 2009-01-22 01:17:00

Registration opens for US Universities Debating Championships!
Date Posted: 2009-01-20 19:09:41

Celebrate Inauguration Day!
Date Posted: 2009-01-20 10:39:38

Watch President Barack Obama's previous speeches here!

IDEA to comemmorate Martin Luther King Day!
Date Posted: 2009-01-19 11:32:23

"It is necessary that we all study and understand the words and deeds of Martin Luther King Jr. He was about fighting injustice. He was about non-violent civil disobedience. This is why such a figure as Dr. Martin Luther King belongs on the pages if the IDEA website. Speech and debate is about non-violent, civil disobedience. It is about expression of ideas and the desire to be heard and change the way people think -- all in the name of a freer, more democratic society.

The young people of today, more than ever need to find their voice and speak out for change and hope. Speech and debate offers a podium to find their voices. Dr. Martin Luther King acts as the perfect inspiration to step up to the podium, for he had preached for this hope of change and true democracy all his life."

For more, click the link below!

Skaqway/Haines Tourney offers chance to debate Bush's decisions in Iraq
Date Posted: 2009-01-09 16:57:25

...and it's open to all schools!

New Orleans students and teachers: learn to debate!
Date Posted: 2009-01-09 12:26:12

If you live in the New Orleans area, attend a free debate workshop March 6th, and then compete on March 7th!

Be a parliamentary debate champ!
Date Posted: 2009-01-09 12:23:11

Apply today to compete in the International Parliamentary Debate Tournament of Champions!

Submit your news!
Date Posted: 2009-01-09 12:14:46

Have some debate-related news to report? Send it to cphillip@idebate.org, for inclusion in The Big IDEA, our weekly enewsletter!

The Monash Association of Debaters seeks Sub-Editor
Date Posted: 2009-01-08 22:34:07

The Monash Association of Debaters is opening up applications for Sub-Editor positions for its journal, the Monash Debating Review (MDR)!

Be a trainer at the 2009 Youth Forum!
Date Posted: 2009-01-02 03:54:31

The application deadline for IDEA Youth Forum trainers has been extended to January 15th 2009! Applications received later than this deadline will not be considered.

IDEA launches online debate adjudication journal
Date Posted: 2008-12-24 17:57:37

Deliberation, an online, peer-reviewed academic journal focused on adjudication of competitive academic debates, was launched this December!

IDEA Lauches IDebate.WB!
Date Posted: 2008-10-21 07:58:33

IDEA would like to announce the immediate launch of its new subsite, dedicated to the happenings in the countries in the Balkan region. Here you will find news, articles and announcements in the native tongue of these countries.

Campaign Calls on Students to Create a Buzz about Malaria
Date Posted: 2007-04-30 17:44:45

The People Speak (TPS) announced today the launch of its new program, Buzz Cuts, which will award up to ten campuses with a $500 grant to implement student-created awareness campaigns in support of Nothing But Nets -- a campaign to prevent malaria, a leading killer of children in Africa.

Visit the New IDEA Encyclomedia!
Date Posted: 2007-04-20 16:04:03

IDEA’s new Encyclomedia is an archive of debate-related media accessible online at www.idebate.org/encyclomedia . The Encyclomedia is a searchable database where you can search for, listen to, and view famous historical speeches, debates, presentations, IDEA events, lectures, and much more! You can even add your own debate videos and materials to the Encyclomedia.

Videos from the EYS Conference!
Date Posted: 2007-03-16 15:40:37

As the EYS conference in Amsterdam progresses, we will be bringing you videos of keynote speakers and session exempts. While browsing the videos, please also check out our surveys on important EU issues - we want your opinion!

International Women's Day
Date Posted: 2007-03-08 12:37:54

March 8th is International Women's Day. The People Speak has a great feature for International Women’s Day. We asked 16 prominent women – Queen Rania, Ann Veneman, Thoraya Obaid, Eveline Herfkens, and Ruth Riley to name a few – about the women who have inspired them. We also have an interactive feature on the site that lets visitors write about a woman from their own life.

Enter: The IDEA Portal
Date Posted: 2007-02-19 15:36:53

The IDEA Portal is the place to get quick, streamlined information on the latest IDEA events and news. You can also go directly to IDEA videos, radio, the IDEA blog, and IDEA Wiki from one convenient place. Make the IDEA Portal your new homepage!

IDEA Has a New Wiki!
Date Posted: 2007-02-19 15:13:32

As part of an effort to democratize knowledge, IDEA welcomes you to visit the new and improved IDEA Wiki, where you can learn about debate and create information to share with others!

The People Speak Green Oscars
Date Posted: 2007-02-01 16:58:21

The Academy Awards, airing on February 25, 2007, are one of the most popular television shows in the world. This year, The People Speak is encouraging your Oscar party to ‘go green’ in honor of the documentary movie, An Inconvenient Truth, which is about the dangers of global warming. So, wear green, eat green, and minimize your negative effects on the environment. (more)

LINC / Critical Thinking Across Cultures
Date Posted: 2007-01-20 16:49:44

IDEA, partnering with Willamette University and CRY-UGANDA, is currently accepting applications from U.S. and Ugandan students for its CTAC project.The CTAC (Critical Thinking Across Cultures) project is part of a United States Department of State youth leadership program called Linking Individuals, Knowledge, and Culture (LINC).

Russian Language Encyclopedia
Date Posted: 2007-01-19 17:18:52

IDEA is happy to announce a new partnership with the Russian-language Encyclopedia Kruguosvet. Krugosvet is a Russian-language general interest encyclopedia that covers all fields of knowledge in eight supercategories and 27 subcategories. Updated six times a year, it contains more than 15 million words, over 600 current and historic maps, and 10,000 illustrations, line drawings and charts.

New Issue of iDebate Available for Download
Date Posted: 2007-01-05 15:47:02

Volume VII, Issue 3 of iDebate is now available for download. This issues features stories on the many TPS events that took place around the world this fall. Subscribers should receive their copies in the mail in the next few weeks.

Deadline for submissions to the next issue is February 1st. For more information, email our new iDebate editor, Arminda.

IDEA-NL Elects New Board Members
Date Posted: 2006-11-03 11:03:21

Each year, the General Assembly of IDEA-NL can elect representatives to its Board of Directors.

At this year's General Assembly two new members were elected to the board:
Sergei Naumoff
Arnoldas Pranckevicius

Listen to IDEA Radio!
Date Posted: 2006-10-02 10:43:46

Have you have ever wanted to be a DJ or a Radio Journalist? Well, now is your chance to be a Debate Jockey, with IDEA Radio, streaming 24/7 to the world. IDEA Radio will broadcast a variety of content: youth citizen journalism, debate news, debates, and instructional programming.

For more information on how to listen to the broadcasts or how to contribute with your own shows and material, click the provided link.

Debatabase Desktop Edition
Date Posted: 2006-09-25 13:59:19

IDEA is plased to announce the availability of a Desktop Edition of its award-winning Debatabase. This package provides all the benefits of the online Debatabase in a compact offline format that allows you to make comments, add new information, and print out the existing information. The Desktop Edition is in its beta stages and we are looking for users willing to try it out and report feedback to us.

To get your copy, please contact the developer, Marjan Stojnev.

Elections for IDEA Governing Board
Date Posted: 2006-09-19 00:48:59

Each year, the General Assembly of IDEA needs to elect representatives to IDEA Governing Board.
One of the items of the agenda for the General Assembly Meeting in November (3rd – 5th ) this year is elections to the Board of Directors.

European Youth Speak Project
Date Posted: 2006-09-18 16:18:51

IDEA, together with partner debate organizations in Czech Republic, Estonia, Latvia and Slovakia and HREA in the Netherlands, has received a grant from the EC to start a prject for European Youth: European Youth Speak Project.

CALL FOR TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR
Date Posted: 2006-09-06 07:01:02

The International Debate Education Association (IDEA) is pleased to announce an open call for the position of tournament director at the 2007 IDEA Youth Forum.

Call for Chief Adjudicator
Date Posted: 2006-09-06 06:58:23

The International Debate Education Association (IDEA) is pleased to announce an open call for the position of chief adjudicator at the 2007 IDEA Youth Forum.

IDEA is looking for on-line course developers
Date Posted: 2006-09-06 06:04:41

Attention All Accredited IDEA Trainers- IDEA is looking for developers of on-line course in debate and argumentation.

IDEA would like to provide its members with an opportunity to gain knowledge and improve their skills in debate, argumentation and related areas (communications, advocacy, deliberative education – debate across curriculum, etc.) through participation in IDEA on-line courses. IDEA would like to offer the first set of courses in 2007.

IDEA-Diplo On-line Course
Date Posted: 2006-09-06 05:28:42

International Debate Education Association in cooperation with
DiploFoundation will offer a short online course Diplomatic Theory and
Practice (http://www.diplomacy.edu/Edu/catalogue.asp#Theory), taught by
Prof. Geoff Berridge, Mr Haraldur Egillson and Mr Christiaan Sys, starting
on 29th January and finishing on the 19th March 2007.

Tell us What you Think!
Date Posted: 2006-08-26 15:25:26

In order to bring about more awareness and encourage participation in discussion of The People Speak's topics, we're introducing the new IDEA_TPS Voicemail Box. Anyone can call our line and leave an informative message discussing the TPS theme. All qualified messages will be broadcasted as a segment on IDEA podcasts and radio.

Announcing IDEA's TPS Tournament in China
Date Posted: 2006-08-07 17:29:37

IDEA in conjunction with The People Speak is proud to host an international university debate tournament at the Beijing Foreign Studies University from November 10-13, 2006. The official format of the tournament will be the WUDC format and all interested university students are encouraged to register now!

Latest Issue of iDebate now online ...
Date Posted: 2006-07-29 04:34:03

Volume 6, Issue 4 of Idebate is currently online and ready for downloading. This issue features special on this year's Youth Forum topic. There's also news from around the network and more. If you want a printed copy, you can also order them here.

Republic of Korea is the 2006 Karl Popper Debate World Champions
Date Posted: 2006-07-28 09:01:25

In a 4-3 decision, Korea defeated Slovakia in the final round of the IDEA Karl Popper Debate World Championship.

Introducing the IDEBATE Blog!
Date Posted: 2006-07-19 22:33:05

Tired of always posting serious and timely information on this web site? Sick of the extraordinarily repetitive IDEA Weekly? We've decided to launch an unofficial Blog where people can post informaiton on ongoing IDEA activities without having to necessarily worry that it's actually true. A place more for fun than facts, we will update it on as regular a basis as we happen to feel like.

EU in Crisis Essay Contest Winners
Date Posted: 2006-07-19 11:44:00

Congratulations to our winners! The grand prize-winning essay will be published in the coming issue of IDEBATE magazine.

#1 Ivo Dimitrov - Constitution Failure is an Opportunity for Improvement
#2 Maya Mircheva - Quo Vadis Europa?

The People Speak 2005 Essay Contest Winners
Date Posted: 2006-07-19 10:50:12

Congratulations to the winners of the The People Speak 2005 Essay Contest. The grand prize-winning essay will be published in the coming issue of IDEBATE magazine. Stay tuned for the launch of TPS Essay Contest 2006.

#1 Raluca Csernatoni-The World Political System Post 9/11
#2 Matej Macak-Terrorism: Taking the Road from Rome
#3 Maria Mihova-Building a Safer World: Can the US and UN work together?
#4 Manuela Laura-Dealing with this Century's challenges

IDEA Launches Video Series
Date Posted: 2006-07-17 14:23:57

IDEA is pleased to announce the launch of the On That Point! series of DVDs. The first three titles in these professionally produced debate videos are available now from online booksellers like BN.com. The first three titles focus on university debate. Upcoming titles will be on Public Forum, World Schools and Karl Popper Debate.

Decade of Roma Inclusion
Date Posted: 2006-05-15 07:20:21

The Decade of Roma Inclusion is an initiative adopted by eight countries in Central and Southeast Europe, and supported by IDEA. It represents the first cooperative effort to change the lives of Roma in Europe. An action framework for governments, the Decade, which runs from 2005-2015, will monitor progress in accelerating social inclusion and improving the economic and social status of Roma across the region. IDEA's is participating in the Decade by promoting debate and discussion on issues relating to Roma.

Interview with Noel
Date Posted: 2006-05-04 11:07:32

Take a look at this interesting interview on Lincoln Douglas Debate with IDEA Inc. Board President, Noel Selegzi at http://www.saturday6am.com/2006/05/03/a-worldly-perspective/

The People Speak 2006
Date Posted: 2006-04-24 16:20:56

IDEA is pleased to announce that it will be part of a non-partisan coalition of organizations committed to fostering open-minded discussion on critical global issues. The People Speak 2006 will run from September 1, 2006 through November 30 and will feature events all over the world. EARN GUILDERS!

IDEA / MSFL National Tournament
Date Posted: 2006-04-21 15:28:41

IDEA, Inc. is happy to announce the IDEA / MSFL National Tournament to be held at Claremont High School and El Roble Middle School, June 30-July 2nd, 2006, in Claremont, CA.

Let Us Know What You Think!
Date Posted: 2006-03-30 18:08:05

Turkey first applied to join the European Community, the pre-cursor of the European Union, in April, 1987. In 1999, Turkey was recognized as a candidate for EU membership and formal accession negotiations began in October of last year. The questoin of Turkish membersip is at the heart of most discussion of European enlargement. Let us know what you think about this topic!

IDEA and the NFL Announce Tournament and Selection Camp in Seoul, Korea
Date Posted: 2006-02-28 13:13:11

The International Debate Education Association (IDEA) and the National Forensic Association (NFL) are pleased to announce their first-ever event on the Korean peninsula – a combined tournament and selection camp in which Korean students will compete for a chance to attend NFL Nationals in Texas!

IDEA--SEEYLI Youth Media Training
Date Posted: 2006-02-15 11:15:26

Announcing a new follow on/training opportunity in radio journalism and broadcasting for all alumni of the Southeast Europe Youth Leadership Institute!

EU in Crisis Essay Competition
Date Posted: 12/2005 - 3/31/2006

The "EU in Crisis" Essay Competition is an exciting opportunity to win awards, be published, and share your thoughts all while engaging vital questions about the fate of the European Union. Submit an essay today!

High Schools in the United States: Get a Free Map!
Date Posted: November 17, 2005

The International Debate Education Association, in partnership with the United Nations Foundation and the Millennium Campaign, is pleased to offer High Schools in the United States a FREE large-format, full-color wall map, produced by The World Bank’s Data Group and National Geographic, highlighting progress toward the Millennium Development Goals [MDGs].

Internet Debates!
Date Posted: November 12, 2005

IDEA is pleased to announce the launch of a new format of debate designed for use on the Internet. The Internet Debate format is meant to allow debaters to engage in short debates using instant messaging software.

IDEA Karl Popper World Championship 2005
Date Posted: August 16, 2005

Debate Occurs in Parliament House, Skopje, Macedonia

Welcome to the NEW and IMPROVED site!
Date Posted: November 2, 2005

We are happy to present our new site! Check out the new features like DebateTracker, discussion boards with personal messaging, an interactive debatabase and more! The first thing we suggest you do is create a login and read the DebateTracker manual to find out how you can start earning certificates for debating!

IDEA Accreditation Training
Date Posted: May 17, 2005

Details of our Accreditation Training in Istanbul are announced, together with application form and new accreditation standards.