NYC Urban Debate League

Establishing debate teams and opportunities for all students.
3 children with award
NYC Urban Debate Leaguechildren at a table

Thanks to WellMet, we have grown exponentially this year.


2015

$20,000

Manhattan

Offering (gratis) debate classes and practices every day in over 100 schools for students of all ages plus weekend tournaments, monthly workshops and summer debate camps. 89% of the participants are low-income Hispanic or African American youth. The WellMet grant will support hiring and training more staff. Our $20,000 grant will help hire and train more staff.

Learn more about this organization:

http://debate.nyc/