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Teens Are Learning Skills Adults May Have Forgotten
Speech and debate clubs teach essential skills such as critical thinking, emotional regulation, civility, listening, and persuasive argumentation which many adults struggle with in public discourse today.
Expanding Access to Speech and Debate
The NSDA announces the Speech and Debate Initiative to increase access to speech and debate across the nation. Help us reach our goal for adding 100,000 student participants in speech and debate every year.
HS Students Find Common Ground on the Debate Stage
High school speech and debate programs are helping students across the U.S. develop critical skills—especially in a polarized society. Through tournaments and practice rounds, students don’t just argue—they learn to listen, and find common ground.
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Alumni Tom Llamas to Anchor NBC Nightly News
A proud NSDA Alumni and Alumni Achievement Award recipient, Tom Llamas’ journey from the speech and debate stage to the anchor desk is a testament to the power of communication, critical thinking, and storytelling.
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