From improving student engagement to boosting debating and public speaking skills, and building their capacity for learning and questioning.
Being a member means you get cheaper fees for competitions, first access to events such as our Model UN in July, and direct access to speaking and debating opportunities that are open to no one else.
Model UN is on July 25th and 26th
Sign-up sheet: Model UN Registration Form
Currently running a Debating workshop where we pair up schools or students to debate and improve their debating skills:
Sign-up sheet: Join YSDA 2026 Workshop
Model UN is on July 25th and 26th
Sign-up sheet: Model UN Registration Form
Currently running a Debating workshop where we pair up schools or students to debate and improve their debating skills:
Sign-up sheet: Join YSDA 2026 Workshop
Sign up to be a member of the Youth Speech and Debate Association:
Sign-up sheet: Membership Registration Form
Model UN is on July 25th and 26th
Sign-up sheet: Model UN Registration Form
Currently running a Debating workshop where we pair up schools or students to debate and improve their debating skills:
Sign-up sheet: Join YSDA 2026 Workshop
Sign up to be a member of the Youth Speech and Debate Association:
Sign-up sheet: Membership Registration Form
Model UN is on July 25th and 26th
Sign-up sheet: Model UN Registration Form
Currently running a Debating workshop where we pair up schools or students to debate and improve their debating skills:
Sign-up sheet: Join YSDA 2026 Workshop
One of the things that makes this experience so meaningful is the people who support it. We’ve been honoured to have judges from the Association of Women Judges, as well as the United Nations Regional Representative Ugo Blanco, and respected national voices like Akash Samaroo. Their presence has not only raised the standard of the competition but has also inspired our participants to aim higher.
More than just trophies, this competition builds real confidence, strengthens critical thinking, sharpens public speaking skills, and creates valuable connections between young leaders and experienced professionals. We’re also looking forward to welcoming more professionals to join our judging panel. Anyone interested in contributing their time and expertise will have the opportunity to sign up and help shape the next generation of leaders.