Platform LDN x Debate Mate Presents: A Masterclass in Debate, Session 1

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As part of our partnership with YouTube Reframe we are hosting a series of virtual masterclass sessions with Debate Mate.

Masterclass in Debate

Masterclass series hosted in collaboration with Debate Mate, helping young people with forming balanced arguments and opinions and getting out of their echo chambers.

Hosted in collaboration with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/debatemate/?hl=en" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Debate Mate</a>, this 90-minute masterclass will help participants in learning the skills and tools used to debate, present a balanced argument and seek out different viewpoints.Inspired by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_oX3E_-5wI&amp;list=PLpmwWuIh57wbu940CXnXf1d9eaJrBQNHw&amp;index=4" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">&quot;What&#x27;s an Echo Chamber?&quot;</a> from <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmwWuIh57wbu940CXnXf1d9eaJrBQNHw" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">YouTube&#x27;s Reframe series</a>, the masterclass session will provide:<ul><li>An environment that welcomes different perspectives and reminds participants of the importance of diversity of thought.</li><li>Understanding the importance of empathy and the role it plays in being a curious communicator.</li><li>Empower individuals to effectively argue their case and disagree with others in a constructive, collaborative and positive way.</li><li>Develop core confidence and public speaking skills.</li></ul>Please note, this is a free event.About the facilitators:JamesJames is an Executive Programme Director at Debate Mate overseeing the Debate Mate Schools programme across the UK. He joined Debate Mate in 2015 as a volunteer while studying Philosophy, Politics and Economics at The University of Manchester. Since then, James has joined the office full-time and has overseen the running of the programme in Manchester and London, as well as leading projects in China, South Korea, Rwanda, Nepal and Dubai. This year, James has managed the delivery of the programme in 300 schools across the UK and helped with the expansion of the programme into Wales. Alongside this, James delivers communication and leadership development programmes for future talent from a global client base. EstherEsther has been involved with Debate Mate in various capacities since 2011 where she participated in the programme whilst in secondary school and sixth form as a competitive debater. She went on to complete her undergraduate degree in English Literature and Philosophy and has masters in Global Health and Social Justice whilst competing nationally in debate competitions. Esther mentored with Debate Mate throughout her time at university and joined the Debate Mate Limited office part-time in 2020 as a programme director consultant whilst owning and running her own vegan bakery that uses its profits to tackle food poverty. RaffaellaRaffaella completed a History undergraduate degree at The University of Warwick, before completing a Law Masters, and is looking forward to completing her LPC exams over the next year before doing her legal training contract at Anthony Collins Solicitors. She has loved working at Debate Mate for the past two years, during which she has mentored both online and in schools across the UK. She has particularly enjoyed engaging with children from a range of backgrounds and countries across the world, who have a range of views and perspectives.Medhini Medhini is a student at Queen Mary, University of London studying politics and international relations and a mentor at Debate Mate. Medhini has worked with a number of students across London and has judged multiple debating competitions including the Parliamentary Debate World Championships. Alongside this, Medhini works with InvestIN Education and takes part in Model United Nations where they hold the same goal in mind and strive to expand the media and opinions that groups of people are exposed to.

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