QatarDebate Center

Oasis of Dialogue: The Economy of Qatar
2020-06-23 19:00 - 20:30 (Asia/Qatar)
Oasis of Dialogue
The Economy of Qatar: Strength & Weaknesses
The Oasis of Dialogue is a space for empowering minds and intellectual discussions, between youth and academics in the form of a panel discussion.

We are pleased to invite to the second episode of the oasis of dialogue, where our guests will discuss the economy of Qatar, what are the weaknesses?, what are the strengths? what is the current status of our economy?, the private sector and its role in diversifying the countries income sources and many more.

Guests of honor:
Dr. Khaled Alkhater – Researcher in monetary policy and political economics at the University of Cambridge, UK

Dr.Alanoud Al-Maadid – Economics Professor at Qatar University

Date: Tuesday, 23rd June 2020

Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM

Register your attendance here: https://apply.qatardebate.org/oasis-2020

*Kindly note that you will receive a confirmation email to attend the session along with more details about the session and the platform it will be on.

For inquiries and more information, kindly contact us at: qdoutreach@qf.org.qa

Skills Workshop 2: Debate Format
2020-06-21 16:30 - 18:00
Skills Workshop 2:
Debate Format
In this workshop students are introduced to the debate format (Qatar Schools Debate Format). Students are exposed to roles of speakers, time management, Points of Information, etc.
Who can attend this workshop?
All school students between age 14-18 who are interested in learning more about debates and become experienced debaters.

Date: Sunday 21th June, 2020.
Time: 4:30 – 6:00 pm

*Upon completion of registration, you will receive an email confirming your acceptance to the workshop along with more details about the session.

Form more information please email us at: qdep@qf.org.qa

Fifth Session: Moral Philosophy
2020-06-08 15:00 - 16:30
Overview
The workshop series aims to enhance the ability of debaters to analyze and prepare strong and realistic cases on the issues related to the workshop topics and to enable them to dive deeper into the analysis by introducing them to the general frameworks of symmetry in these aspects and some basic terms and most important ideas.
This workshop targets issues related to moral philosophy and addresses questions such as what ethics? what is right and wrong? what is justice? and it focuses on the applications of philosophy in our daily life and its dilemmas.

Who Can attend this workshop?
Students who have at least debated in one tournament before, or have previous debating experience.

Date: Monday, 8th June 2020
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm (Local Time)
To Register: https://form.jotform.com/201232124685447

*Limited seating, 45 seats, (participants will be selected on a first come first serve basis)
*You will receive an email with the session link once accepted to attend the workshop
*This Workshop is in Arabic

Fourth Session: International relations & human rights
2020-05-18 00:00
Overview
The workshop series aims to enhance the ability of debaters to analyze and prepare strong and realistic cases on the issues related to the workshop topics and to enable them to dive deeper into the analysis by introducing them to the general frameworks of symmetry in these aspects and some basic terms and most important ideas.
This workshop targets issues related to international relations and human rights, starting with political theories and principles and international agreements and passing through the types of interventions and their justifications, and ending with examples and applications in corresponding issues and frameworks for correspondence.

Who Can attend this workshop?
Students who have at least debated in one tournament before, or have previous debating experience.

Date: Monday, 18 May 2020
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm

*Limited seating, 45 seats, (participants will be selected on a first come first serve basis)
*You will receive an email with the session link once accepted to attend the workshop
*This Workshop is in Arabic

Debate Skills Workshop
2020-05-11 18:30 - 2020-05-13 20:00 | QatarDebate Virtual Classroom, Online, Qatar
Workshop Overview:
The workshop aims to provide the basic skills needed by those interested in exploring the field of debate to become debaters, adjudicators, or coaches. In this workshop, we will discuss the philosophy of debate, and how to build a case and analyze various issues, in addition to the mechanism for building arguments and the roles of speakers.

Date:
– Monday, 11th May 2020
– Tuesday, 12th May 2020
– Wednesday, 13th May 2020
Time: 3:30 – 5:00 pm (Doha Time)

Important Notes:

Those accepted to attend the workshop will receive a confirmation email along with the workshop link
Limited seats – applicants will be accepted on a first come first serve basis
This Workshop is in Arabic.

For more inquiries, please email us at qdap@qf.org.qa

Debate Skills Workshop (2020)
2020-05-11 00:00 - 2020-05-13 00:00
Workshop Overview:
The workshop aims to provide the basic skills needed by those interested in exploring the field of debate to become debaters, adjudicators or coaches. In this workshop we will discuss the philosophy of debate, and how to build a case and analyze various issues, in addition to the mechanism for building arguments and the roles of speakers.

Date:
– Monday, 11th May 2020
– Tuesday, 12th May 2020
– Wednesday, 13th May 2020
Time: 3:30 – 5:00 pm (Doha Time)

Important Notes:

Those accepted to attend the workshop will receive a confirmation email along with the workshop link
Limited seats – applicants will be accepted on a first come first serve basis
This Workshop is in Arabic.

For more inquiries please email us at: qdap@qf.org.qa

Third Session: Legal & Judicial systems
2020-05-11 00:00
Overview
The workshop series aims to enhance the ability of debaters to analyze and prepare strong and realistic cases on the issues related to the workshop topics and to enable them to dive deeper into the analysis by introducing them to the general frameworks of symmetry in these aspects and some basic terms and most important ideas.
The third session focuses on issues regarding the legal and judicial systems, in which we address the principles of penalties and issues that may arise from correctional institutions and pursuing justice, and the extent of responsibility towards an individual’s actions.

Who Can attend this workshop?
Students who have at least debated in one tournament before, or have previous debating experience.

Date: Monday, 11 May 2020
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm

*Limited seating, 45 seats, (participants will be selected on a first come first serve basis)
*The workshop is for those who are familiar with the basics of the debate, and have at least debated in one tournament.
*You will receive an email with the session link once accepted to attend the workshop
*This Workshop is in Arabic

Debate Skills Workshop (May-6)
2020-05-04 00:00 - 2020-05-06 00:00
Workshop Overview:
The workshop aims to provide the basic skills needed by everyone who wants to dive into the debate field, whether it is becoming a debater, judge or coach. The workshop content will include an introduction to debates, speaker roles in a debate, and building arguments for your debate team.

Who can attend this workshop?

Anyone who is interested in entering the debate field
Speaks Arabic as a foreign language, but is able to understand and speak Arabic to a certain level.
No prior debate experience required.

Date: 4th, 5th, 6th May 2020Time: 3:30 – 5:00 pm

*Those accepted to attend the workshop will receive an email confirming their acceptance along with the online workshop link.** This Workshop is in Arabic.

Second Session: Energy and the Environment
2020-05-04 00:00
We are pleased to announce QatarDebate’s workshop series on content development for debaters.

Overview
The workshop series aims to enhance the ability of debaters to analyze and prepare strong and realistic cases on the issues related to the workshop topics and to enable them to dive deeper into the analysis by introducing them to the general frameworks of symmetry in these aspects and some basic terms and most important ideas.
The second session focuses on issues regarding the environment and energy, including an overview of international treaties, policies and applications

Who Can attend this workshop?
Students who have at least debated in one tournament before, or have previous debating experience.

Date: Monday, 4 May 2020
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm

*Limited seating, 45 seats, (participants will be selected on a first come first serve basis)
*You will receive an email with the session link once accepted to attend the workshop
*This Workshop is in Arabic

First Session - Economics
2020-04-27 00:00
We are pleased to announce QatarDebate’s workshop series on content development for debaters.

Overview
The workshop series aims to enhance the ability of debaters to analyze and prepare strong and realistic cases on the issues related to the workshop topics and to enable them to dive deeper into the analysis by introducing them to the general frameworks of symmetry in these aspects and some basic terms and most important ideas.
The first session focuses on issues with economic backgrounds including an overview of economic systems and theories.

Who Can attend this workshop?
Students who have at least debated in one tournament before, or have previous debating experience.

Date: 27 April 2020
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm

*Limited seating, 35 seats, (participants will be selected on a first come first serve basis)
*You will receive an email with the session link once accepted to attend the workshop
*This Workshop is in Arabic

Motion Analysis - Practical application
2020-04-20 00:00 - 2020-04-21 00:00
QatarDebate is pleased to announce a practical workshop on motion analysis and preparing for debates.This workshop will be held online using “Microsoft Teams” application.

Objectives

This workshop aims to elevate the level of students and abilities to analyze motions and prepare arguments and reduce errors that occur during the preparation for the debate.

Who can attend this workshop?

Secondary School students who have previous debate experience.
Or students who have previously taken “Introduction to Debate” workshop.

Date: 20th April 2020 – Boys Session21st April 2020 – Girls Session
Time: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Location: Online* – Using Microsoft Teams software

Important Notes:
*Limited seats – 20 applicants: applicants will be taken on a first come first serve bases.
*Applicants who have been accepted to attend the workshop will receive an email.
*This Workshop will be held in Arabic.
*This workshop is for high school students in Qatar.

2nd QSDL for girls
2020-02-22 00:00
The 2nd Qatar Schools Debate League for girls with the participation of more than 50 teams representing more than 25 Secondary schools.

National Preparatory Schools Arabic Debating Championship
2020-02-22 00:00
QatarDebate concluded the National Preparatory Schools Arabic Debating Championship.Congratulations to Alkhor school for winning the championship title for the 2019/2020 season.

Oasis of Dialogue
2020-02-18 00:00
QatarDebate is pleased to announce the inaugural of the Oasis of Dialogue, where experts and youth are gathered in one platform to discuss the most prominent matters.
Click here for more information on the Oasis of Dialogue.

In its first edition the Oasis of Dialogue will witness the participation of academics and experts to talk about the Arabian Gulf relationships .
Gulf Relations: What is the Future?

Speaking on this topic:

Faisal Abu SulaibAssociate Professor of Political Science at Kuwait University

Mahjoob ZweiriAssociate Professor in Contemporary History and Politics of the Middle East

Dr.Abdullah BaaboodAcademic specialist in gulf and Middle East affairs

Confirm your attendance by registering through the registration link.

When: Tuesday 18th February, 2020
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where: Education City Student Center, Black Box Theatre

Debate Skills workshop at QNL
2020-02-16 00:00
QNL Workshop:
QatarDebate is working with Qatar National Library to hold a debate workshop, in a wonderful opportunity to expose members of the QNL community to the valuable skills of critical thinking and constructive discussion.
The goal of the training is to teach attendees how to adopt debate speaking and argumentative skills as tools in presenting their school projects.
The training will navigate how presentation can impact persuasiveness and will introduce argumentative tools that students can use within any context to help them construct or deconstruct their ideas effectively.

Venue : Qatar National Library
Date : Sunday, 16h of February, 2020
Time : 16:30 – 7:30

For Any further inquiries, please email: qdep@qf.org.qa

2nd QSDL for boys
2020-02-15 00:00
The 2nd Qatar Schools Debate League for boys with the participation of more than 40 teams from more than 20 Secondary schools.

National QPSDL for Boys
2020-02-15 00:00
Debaters from 20 schools took part today in the National Preparatory Schools Arabic Debating Championship to compete for the 2019/2020 season title.

2nd Arabic QSDL
2020-02-09 00:00 - 2020-02-19 00:00
The 2nd Qatar Secondary Schools Debate League organized by QatarDebate kicks off this week for boys and girls.

The QSDL for boys will have 40 teams:
Group 1:
Date : Sunday, February 9, 2020.
Venue : Student Centre – Education City.
Time : 8:00 am – 11:30 am

Group 2:
Date : Monday, February 17, 2020.
Venue : Student Centre – Education City.
Time : 8:00 am – 11:30 am

The QSDL for girls will have 52 teams:
Group 1:
Date : Sunday, February 16, 2020.
Venue : Student Centre – Education City.
Time : 8:00 am – 11:30 am (schedule attached)

Group 2:
Date : Monday, February 19, 2020.
Venue : Student Centre – Education City.
Time : 8:00 am – 11:30 am (schedule attached)

Good luck to all teams.

4th QUDL
2020-02-08 00:00
Universities from all across Qatar twill take part in the 4th Qatar Universities Debate League at Qatar University.

Debate Skills Series - QA
2020-02-05 00:00 - 2020-04-01 00:00
QatarDebate Center, a member of Qatar Foundation, is the national debate organization of Qatar. We invite you to take part in a workshop series designed specifically for Qatar Academy Primary School.
This debate workshop series will help beginner debaters become confident public speakers while learning how to structure speeches, build persuasive arguments, engage in respectful debate and dialogue, and much more.
The training is open to Grade 4 & 5 students and will consist of 8 weekly sessions, along with attendance at the Qatar Preparatory Schools Debate League. It is recommended that you are fluent in English, willing to work hard, and are highly motivated. This training series is free of charge.
For more information, please contact Ms. Elizabeth Anne Kennedy at ekennedy@qf.org.qa.

Debate in the Classroom Training - QA
2020-02-01 00:00
QatarDebate invites teachers to take part in this workshop that aims to facilitate the use of debate as an educational tool across the curriculum.
This workshop will explore the following:

Why is debate an important and effective teaching tool inside the classroom?
How the different components of debate (e.g. public speaking, argumentation, and debate format) can be used to promote and reinforce learning in the classroom across the curriculum?
What are some practical tips, debate exercises, and resources for using debate in the classroom?

Asian Arabic Debating Championship
2020-01-30 00:00 - 2020-02-03 00:00
QatarDebate is pleased to announce the Asian Arabic Debating Championship for universities in Malaysia, organized by QatarDebate in collaboration with the International Islamic University of Malaysia with the involvement of the Malaysian Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Youth and Sports as strategic partners.
In the first edition of the championship, we will witness the participation of more than 25 teams representing 20 countries from across the Asian continent.

2nd Arabic QUDL
2020-01-25 00:00
The 2nd Qatar Universities Arabic Debate League with the participation of 20 teams representing 5 universities within Qatar.

Public Debate : Weapons of mass destruction
2020-01-25 00:00
Public Debate:
You are invited to attend a public debate organized by QatarDebate center and the Qatar ‘National Committee for the Prohibition of Weapons’ (NCPW)
The exciting and informative topic debated by experienced debaters, is about Weapons of Mass Destruction in the Middle East.
Do not miss this opportunity!

Dates : Saturday, January 25th 2020
Venue : Ballroom, Multaqa (Student Center) Education City
Time : 5:00 – 6:30pm
Registration deadline : Tuesday, 21st of January

For Any further inquiries, please email: qdep@qf.org.qa

Adjudicators Academy - Malaysia
2020-01-24 00:00 - 2020-01-27 00:00
As part of our preparations for the Asian Arabic Debating Championship, QatarDebate organized the 4th iteration of the Adjudicators Academy in Malaysia.
Participants in the academy will aid QatarDebate in the adjudication process of the Asian Arabic Debating Championship as well as to be added to QatarDebate’s wide network of qualified debate adjudicators for QatarDebate’s future events and championships.
#AADC

Big Tech debate at Davos
2020-01-22 00:00
For the first time, QatarDebate – in collaboration with The New York Times – is to sponsor a debate on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, where leading speakers will examine the pros and cons of big tech.
As global society becomes increasingly influenced by digital technology, debaters will go head-to-head at the event to discuss whether the world’s top tech firms can be trusted to self-regulate, and if governments need to set tougher guidelines and stronger principles for corporate practices.

Debate 101: Debate Skills for Professionals
2020-01-19 00:00 - 2020-01-28 00:00
QatarDebate invites you to take part in this 4-session workshop series that aims to sharpen the presentation, persuasion, critical thinking and argumentation skills of today’s working professionals.

Learning Objectives:

Learn to manage public speaking nervousness and learn the elements of an effective speech while presenting in front of an audience.
Learn and practice persuasion techniques.
Sharpen critical thinking skills by questioning how we think about things.
Learn to make well-structured arguments and identify logical fallacies.
Practice debate skills in an interactive and fun learning environment.

The sessions dates are as follows:

Week 1:Session 1: Sunday, January 19 (4.30pm – 7.30pm)Session 2: Tuesday, January 21 (4.30pm – 7.30pm)

Week 2:Session 3: Sunday, January 26 (4.30pm – 7.30pm)Session 4: Tuesday, January 28 (4.30pm – 7.30pm)

Certificates:Will be awarded to participants upon completion of the training (attendance is compulsory for all days of training).

**Please note, this program is intended only for adult professionals only and not students. We have separate training programs at QatarDebate that cater to school and university students. Students are requested to not register for this training program. Thank you for your understanding.

TEDx Youth Aldafna
2020-01-18 00:00
QatarDebate is the Organizing Partner of TEDxYouth@AlDafna that will take place this Saturday. TEDxYouth@AlDafna is the first TEDx event to targets school students in Doha for the last 7 years. The conference aims to bring schools students together to discuss their thoughts, ideas, and ambitions.The conferecne presents 6 inspiring speakers as listed here:

Dr. Anwar Dafallah (The Most Active TED Translator)
Asmaa Al-Hamadi (Al-Jazeera Presenter)
Mohammad Khalid (Student at Texas A&M, and one of the most active debaters in the AP schools tournaments for the last 3 years)
Yousef Al-Malki (High School Student and a debater)
Alyaa Esam El-din (TA at CMU and a previous debater in EP)
Ola Hajawi (RA at QU and a previous debaters)

QatarDebate has been playing an incubational role for the organizing team providing them with venue, room reservations, catering, printings, logistics, and communication support. We are also proud to see many young debaters among the organizing committee who are working very hard to execute this initiative for the local community.

Adjudicators Academy - Qatar
2020-01-12 00:00 - 2020-01-15 00:00
QatarDebate continues to expand its wide network of qualified adjudicators through the 3rd iteration of the Adjudicators Academy in Qatar, participants in the academy will aid QatarDebate in judging local & international debate tournaments.

Introduction to the art of debates
2020-01-12 00:00 - 2020-01-15 00:00
Overview
This workshop is an advanced workshop on debate skills, where participants will learn all the tools and necessary skills to become successful debaters.
The workshop will overview debate format according to QatarDebate style along with various skills needed in debates such as argumentation, critical thinking, persuasion, refutation and many more.

Date: 12th – 15th January 2020.
Time: 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm

*This workshop is in Arabic
