Global Junior Debaters Announces Winter Iteration 2024 to Empower Future Leaders

[Global Junior Debaters, Announces Winter Iteration 2024]

Seoul, South Korea — Global Junior Debaters (GJD), a pioneering platform dedicated to cultivating critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills among young debaters, is excited to announce its highly anticipated Winter Iteration 2024, which will take place from December 16 to December 19, 2024. This debate program will provide middle and high school students with high-quality opportunities to develop their debate skills, engage with global issues, and build a network of like-minded individuals worldwide.
 
Chloe Oh, founder and president of GJD, shared her excitement for this upcoming event: "The Winter Iteration of Global Junior Debaters will serve as an empowering space for young debaters to refine their skills—whether they're refining existing abilities or just beginning their debate journeys. We are excited to continue providing a platform for young debaters to express their ideas and become confident leaders."
 
Iteration Highlights:
● Professional Debate Coaching: Debaters will be mentored and guided by experienced coaches and former champions who will provide feedback and mentorship throughout the duration of the iteration and beyond.
● Debate Tournaments: Students will participate in dynamic, real-world debate scenarios on globally relevant themes, including environmental sustainability, AI ethics, economics, and international relations.
● Lectures and Skills Training: In addition to debating, the program will feature specialized lectures on persuasive public speaking, critical analysis, and effective argumentation.

● Global Networking: Students from a variety of countries will have the opportunity to collaborate and connect with their peers, forming international friendships and future professional networks.
 
Expanding the GJD Network
Following the success of the Summer 2024 Debate Camp, which garnered a 93% satisfaction rate from participants and expanded to over 15 international schools, GJD aims to further extend its global reach through this winter event. The Winter Iteration 2024 will see participants from South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Jeju, Canada, The United States, and beyond, strengthening the organization’s vision of supporting globally aware and articulate young leaders.
 
GJD has also established strategic partnerships with educational organizations, offering scholarships and awards to outstanding participants, and bringing in expert judges and guest speakers from a range of industries.
 
Event Schedule:
● Date: December 16 - 19, 2024
● Location: Online
● Sessions: Daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
● Tournament Finals & Awards Ceremony: December 19, 2024
● Registration Open: October 15th, 2024
 
Registration in October:
Debater registration for the GJD Winter Iteration 2024 will open on October 15, 2024. Interested participants can register through a Google Forms link, which will be posted on our official Instagram account and the GJD website.
 
About Global Junior Debaters (GJD):
Founded by Chloe Oh, Global Junior Debaters (GJD) is dedicated to creating opportunities for young students to enhance their critical thinking, public speaking, and leadership skills through debate. GJD’s programs aim to empower the next generation of leaders by engaging them with the world’s most pressing issues, fostering confidence, and creating a network of future changemakers.
 
For more information about the Winter Iteration 2024 or other GJD initiatives, please visit
GJD website or follow us on Instagram.
  

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