IPDC
International Parliamentary Debate Competition
7th IPDC is now open for registration!
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Tournament Highlights
The International Parliamentary Debate Competition brings together the brightest young minds from around the world. Our community spans continents, cultures, and perspectives, creating an unparalleled learning environment.
840+ students
105+
Schools
12
Regions
Why Join IPDC?
Unique Opportunities Await
Global Exposure
Compete with peers from the Greater Bay Area and beyond in a truly international setting that broadens perspectives and builds cultural understanding.
Selection Opportunity
Outstanding performers have the chance to join the Hong Kong team for the prestigious U.S. National Speech and Debate Tournament.
Scholarships & Recognition
Compete for attractive prizes, scholarships, and prestigious Hall of Fame recognition that can enhance your academic and career prospects.
Skill Development
Master the Modified American Parliamentary format while developing critical thinking, public speaking, and analytical skills essential for future success.
We are the official trainers of Hong Kong Debate Teams
that attend the U.S. Nationals Debate Tournament, and have been providing trainings to the schools below:
IPDC Training Camp
Struggling to Break Down Complex Motions Quickly?
Confused by the Specific Burdens of a 'Belief' Motion?
Our expert team is here to guide your students ! This course builds a strong foundation in IPDC so that students are not confused by format or roles, and learn exactly what happens in an IPDC round, who does what, and how judges think about performance.
Areas of Development
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Lesson Structure
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6th IPDC Highlights Gallery
Experience the excitement of the International Parliamentary Debate Competition
Hong Kong Team Success Story
We are proud to share the outstanding achievements of the official Hong Kong team at the U.S. National Speech and Debate Tournament! Selected from the top speakers of the 6th IPDC, our team underwent an intensive training program that prepared them for success.
The Hong Kong team achieved an impressive streak of 9 consecutive wins, finishing as the third-highest ranking team overall in the Preliminary Rounds. They also excelled in their first three Knockout Rounds, showcasing their exceptional skills!
Competition Details
About See Change Education
See Change Education is a learning organization that nurtures a community of young leaders, future world-shapers who appreciate the value of collaboration and use a guiding moral compass to help create societies that are more empathetic, responsible, and inclusive.
Our world-class curricula and courses - offered in-person, online and through schools and taught by high-performing coaches - emphasize 21st-century critical thinking, communication and media skills with a special focus on empowerment and the environment.
Know more about our speech and debate programs.
About Hong Kong Innovative
Education Association
Established as a non-profit organization, HKIEA aims to promote innovative practices and pedagogy in skill-based programs that nurture aspiring youngsters into future leaders for a constantly changing and complex world.
HKIEA does this by sharing best practices in innovation in education and providing opportunities through competition and live showcases for youth in Hong Kong to develop confidence and self-identity.