Students over 16 are invited to take part in the English-Speaking Union’s debating academy from April 18 to 20 between 9am and 2pm.
Participants will take part in teams of three students from the same educational establishment.
During the academy, they will be trained in the art of professional debating and how to form well-researched, objective positions on serious or light-hearted issues.
This is a unique opportunity to develop skills that will prove useful throughout students’ professional and personal lives.
The academy includes informative workshops about the nature of debating and the different styles used, challenging activities and interactive exercises. Well-known local personalities will take part and mentor the students . Selected participants will also debate against these personalities.
The participation fee is €75 per team. Registration is open on a first-come, first-served basis, as the number of participants is limited.
For further information call Yvette Micallef on 7994 8866 or e-mail yvette.micallef@esumalta.org.