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New York City Urban Debate League

We are proud to serve 4,300 students from across New York City.

We unlock the transformative power of debate for New York City public school students to develop the next generation of informed, compassionate, and courageous leaders. The New York City Urban Debate League unlocks the transformative power of debate for New York City public school students to develop the next generation of informed, compassionate, and courageous leaders.

09/24/2026

We were thrilled to bring a group of NYCUDL high school debaters to S&P Global's offices on September 17 for a day of debate and financial education.

The morning began with a series of workshops led by S&P employees on interest rates, debt and inflation, and currencies, with students testing their new knowledge in a quiz for prizes. Two rounds of debate followed, judged by S&P employees, giving students the chance to showcase their skills for finance professionals and picture themselves working somewhere like S&P one day.

We are grateful to MattKamara, Senior Director at S&P Global and NYCUDL EFPAC member, who organized the workshops and served as our main point of contact, and to Eric Aboaf, CFO at S&P Global and former NYCUDL Board Chair, who supported the event and offered closing remarks to the students.

Album: https://photos.app.goo.gl/6FtBCgFpnofDRcZ27

If your company or firm would like to partner with us to create a similar opportunity for our debaters, please reach out to Amisha Mody Mehta or email [email protected].

09/17/2026

Save the date! 📅 NYCUDL high school debaters are invited to our office on Monday, October 12 to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day with us!

The day will include debate workshops, practice drills, and a visit to the National Museum of the American Indian, just steps from our office.

Come sharpen your skills and celebrate the day with your fellow debaters!

09/16/2026

¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Latina! Happy Latinx Heritage Month! 🎉

Debate has helped shape some of the most powerful Latinx voices in politics, media, and beyond. From courtroom to classroom to Congress, debate builds the confidence and critical thinking that Latinx leaders have used to change the conversation. Swipe through to meet a few of them 👇

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

09/03/2026

The 2026-2027 debate season is almost here! We're gearing up for our first program kickoffs and our first partner event of the year.

We're also excited to welcome a new Director of Programming, Finance & Operations Manager, and Executive Assistant to the CEO to the NYCUDL team.

Read the full newsletter, explore volunteer opportunities, and see how you can get involved this season in the September issue of The Resolution:

https://mailchi.mp/debate/the-resolution-september-edition-9305167

09/01/2026

Instructors needed!

We kick off the Open League season each year with a workshop to set students up for success in the rest of the year. We review the fundamentals of debate and introduce them to the topic they will be debating at the November tournament. We also have a lot of fun!

Compensation:
We have paid positions ($100 for MS and $135 for HS) as well as space for volunteers (service hours provided). Note: Paid positions are reserved for high school graduates and up.

Additional Info:
All lesson plans and materials provided.
Breakfast, lunch, and limited-edition NYCUDL merch also provided!

08/22/2026

The NYCUDL is hiring a Program Coordinator: Curriculum, Professional Learning & Dream Team.

This role is a great fit for a recent graduate who competed in debate and wants to help us create those same opportunities for NYC students. Full time with benefits. Salary: $68.5K

Full job description and application:
https://debate.nyc/were-hiring-programming-coordinator-curriculum/

08/10/2026

We are excited to welcome Mark Rush to NYCUDL as our new Director of Programming!

Mark joins us after 28 years at the NYC Department of Education, where he served as a teacher, principal, and in multiple senior system leadership roles, most recently as Deputy Superintendent for Manhattan High Schools, overseeing instruction and leadership for 46 schools serving 33,000 students. His deep experience in NYC public education will bring a new level of alignment between our debate programming and the academic priorities of the schools we serve.

We are thrilled to have Mark on board and look forward to the vision and leadership he will bring as we continue to grow our impact across New York City.

08/07/2026

That is a wrap on NYCUDL Summer Debate Institute 2026! 🎉

Last week our Middle School students closed out the summer with a final tournament, capping off weeks of hard work, growth, and exploration of the immigration topic, including a memorable visit to Ellis Island. Our students had the chance to meet debaters from outside their own schools, and to get to know our coaches even better after a summer spent together at camp.

A huge thank you to our incredible Summer Leader cohort and SYEP interns, plus a special shout-out to our SDI directors, Darren and Vida, for leading an unforgettable summer.

08/06/2026

📬 Our August newsletter just went out! It's a look back at a busy July for NYCUDL: our Summer Debate Institute, our Dream Team competing at the Coolidge Cup, and bringing our curriculum to the Bella Abzug Leadership Institute and MS 50 Summer Rising programs.

We're also hiring for two roles: Program Manager, Events and Outreach, and Executive Assistant to the CEO. Know someone who'd be a great fit?

Plus, ways to volunteer and donate are inside. Check it all out here: https://mailchi.mp/debate/the-resolution-august-edition-ca95cfcaly

Address

25 Broadway, Fl 12th
New York, NY
10004

Telephone

+19177746539

Website

http://www.debate.nyc/

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