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Urban Debate National Championship

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About the competition

The Urban Debate National Championship brings together top debaters from urban public schools across the U.S. to compete in policy debates on critical national and international issues.

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Teams qualify by competing in local and regional urban debate leagues. The top teams advance to the national championship to showcase their skills in policy debate.

Based on debate structure, argumentation, rebuttals, research, and speaking skills.

$1,000 for 1st place; trophies, certificates, and recognition for debate excellence

How to Participate

Teams qualify by competing in local and regional urban debate leagues. The top teams advance to the national championship to showcase their skills in policy debate.

Process

1. Compete in local and regional urban debate leagues. 2. Top teams qualify for the national championship. 3. Winners are awarded scholarships and national recognition.

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Debate resources, research materials, public speaking tools

Judging Criteria

Based on debate structure, argumentation, rebuttals, research, and speaking skills.

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