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    Debate resources

    Debate resources

    We’ve got a host of debating material for you to download, as well as a step-by-step guide to succeeding at the Concern Debates.

    Debate resources

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    Concern Debates Adjudicator Handbook|PDF(2 MB)

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    Concern Debates Handbook|PDF(4 MB)

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    Key Dates|PDF(114 KB)

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    Concern Debates Chief Adjudicator Feedback and Results Form|PDF(77 KB)

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    Concern Debates Adjudicator Poster|PDF(168 KB)

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    Concern Debates Timekeeper Sheet|PDF(3 MB)

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    Concern Debates Chairperson's Speech|PDF(2 MB)

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    Debates Marking Sheet|PDF(3 MB)

    Video tutorials for students

    These five videos provide a step-by-step guide to succeeding at the Concern Debates.

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    The are lots of ways you can get involved with Concern's work through volunteering.

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