About the Concern Debates
The Concern Debates is Concern Worldwide’s flagship schools activity. It gives students the opportunity to research and debate issues that affect those living in the developing world.
By taking part, students learn the valuable skills of research and debating. The Concern Debates have been running since 1984. Throughout the competition's history, over 45,000 students have engaged in the debates. Around 130 schools participate annually.
The Concern Debates aim to:
- Promote a deeper awareness and understanding of global issues
- Provide students with a public forum, to develop skills in research, presentation and debate
- Encourage students and teachers to become lifelong advocates on issues relating to poverty, justice and human rights
Debates Handbook
All you need to know about the competition can be found in the Debates Handbook.
Registration
Registration for 2011-2012 Concern Debates will open in September. Keep an eye on the website for further details.
Upcoming events
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10/02/2012 - 19/02/2012
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08/03/2012 (All day)
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11/08/2012 - 21/08/2012
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25/10/2012 - 04/11/2012
How money is spent
Contact Concern's Debates team
Email: debatesconcern.net Phone: 01 417 7733 Post: 52 - 55 Camden Street, Dublin 2
