Qatar Debate consolidates debate culture among youth in Iraq

Published: 15 September 2024

Qatar News Agency
Doha

QatarDebate Center organized an advanced-level training program at the recently inaugurated Kurdistan Debate Center in Erbil, Iraq, as part of QatarDebates vision to nurture constructive dialogue, and spread leadership skills and the culture of debate in the region.

Involving 40 trainees, the program aims to empower young people with regards to debates and prepare the next generation of judges for local and international competitions, forming the cornerstone of the Kurdistan Debate Center.

The training focused on interactive exercises and activities designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of debating and debate-judging, as well as ways to utilize these skills in the context of wider society. Moreover, it included practical aspects relating to efficiently managing judging sessions and handling potential issues during debates.

Commenting on the training program, Communications manager at QatarDebate Center Reem Al Musallam said that the center has extensive experience in debate training and fostering relations.
She noted that the collaboration with the Kurdistan Debate Center is a great example of integrating efforts to support cultural and intellectual education, preparing the youth to face future challenges and creating a strong civil society.