As Debating Matters continues to expand, alumni help in organising, chairing and judging at events becomes invaluable. As an alumnus of the competition, you could help to ensure the smooth-running of the Qualifying Rounds by helping out on the day, either generally by helping to set-up and run the event, or as a chair or judge. By the time that we reach the Regional Finals and National Final stage of the competition, events become more complex and the team need assistance in all kinds of areas, whether its mentoring teams, dealing with press, co-ordinating film crew or logistical help.
Find out why our Alumni enjoy Debating Matters:
- Mike Mills
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Mike MillsBarton Court Grammar School
“The experience of the competition and the benefits it brings will live with you for years to come. Read more.”
- Tom Ogg
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Tom OggGraveney School“DM was one of my first and most important opportunities to be challenged and to make my way in the world. Read more.”
- Ed Noel
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Ed NoelBarton Court Grammar School
“Taking part in the competition has given me a number of invaluable experiences, good friends and a stock of skills which have stood me in good stead ever since. Read more.”
- Suzy Dean
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Suzy DeanQueens’ School
“Debating Matters shaped my early adult life, making me think seriously about the world and my place in it. Read more.”
- Caitlín Comins
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Caitlín CominsGraveney School“Debating Matters has provided me with the confidence to express my ideas and views within any context and feel that what I have to say is valued. Read more.”
To see more of what our alumni think of the competition, check out the A to Z.
If you've just left school, join this years alumni Debating Matters Alumni 2012/13 Facebook group.
Participants of the first Debating Matters India competition have also established own group, Dialogue, and are looking to assist in the future running of the competition there.
If you’re a past Debating Matters participant and would like to join the alumni network, please email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Sign up to the Debating Matters Facebook fan page for all the latest updates and follow us on Twitter.
