Membership is now open for ALL PG Students (Public & Private Schools) Check out the "Membership" section.

Partnerships

Building Stronger Communities Through Collaboration

At the Prince George's Debaters Association (PGDA), we believe meaningful partnerships create meaningful opportunities. Our mission is to empower students through debate, public speaking, leadership, and civic engagement—and we know we can't do it alone.

We are proud to partner with schools, educators, colleges and universities, nonprofit organizations, businesses, community leaders, and civic organizations that share our commitment to developing the next generation of thoughtful communicators and leaders.

Together, we can expand access to educational opportunities and strengthen the culture of civil discourse throughout Prince George's County.

Why Partner with PGDA?

Partnering with PGDA allows organizations to:

Invest in student leadership and academic success
Support public speaking and communication education
Promote civic engagement and community involvement
Connect with students from across Prince George's County
Increase community visibility through collaborative programming
Help expand equitable access to debate opportunities

Partnership Opportunities

Educational Partners

We welcome partnerships with:

Public and private schools
Colleges and universities
Debate programs
Academic departments
Libraries

Educational partners may assist by:

Hosting events
Providing speakers
Offering mentorship
Supporting workshops
Sharing educational resources

Community Organizations

Community organizations can partner with PGDA by:

Co-hosting educational events
Supporting civic engagement initiatives
Providing volunteers
Offering meeting space
Promoting student opportunities

Corporate & Business Partners

Businesses can support PGDA through:

Sponsorships
Donations
Student scholarships
Internship opportunities
Career speakers
Volunteer judges

Corporate partnerships help ensure that all students have access to high-quality educational programming.

Higher Education Partners

Colleges and universities can partner with PGDA by providing:

Campus visits
Debate workshops
Student mentors
Guest lecturers
Tournament judges
Scholarship information
Admissions presentations

Ways to Get Involved

Organizations can support PGDA by:

Becoming an official partner
Sponsoring an event
Hosting a workshop
Volunteering as a judge
Speaking at leadership conferences
Providing educational resources
Mentoring student leaders
Supporting debate tournaments

Our Commitment to Partners

PGDA is committed to building partnerships based on:

Collaboration
Transparency
Mutual respect
Educational excellence
Student-centered programming
Community impact

We strive to create relationships that benefit both our students and our partners while advancing educational opportunities throughout Prince George's County.