Comprehensive catalog of subjects, with arguments for and against them
Resources for improved speeches, motion analysis and adjudication
Join us for the JADE Adjudication Certificate Course and unlock the art of effective debate adjudication!
This comprehensive program, held conveniently on Sundays from 5-7 pm and Thursdays from 7-9 pm, covers key areas such as Adjudicating BP and WS Debates, decoding the BP and WS scoring rubric, honing Deliberation and Oral Adjudication skills, and adopting top-tier coaching techniques for BP and WS debaters. Immerse yourself from Sunday, August 20 to Thursday, August 31, and enhance your expertise in the world of debate.
Upon successful completion, certificates will be awarded in the rank of Distinction, Merit, and Credit,
recognizing your dedication and skill.
Ready to elevate your adjudication prowess? Click here to register for JADE Adjudication Certificate Course
Calling all teams registered for the #AFiWiRepublic Secondary Schools’ Debate Competition! Join the Jingle Competition and let your creativity soar!✨
Compose a catchy 30-second jingle that captures the spirit of “A Fi Wi Republic” and delves into the exploration of issues for a new Jamaican Constitution.
The stakes are high, with an incredible cash prize of $50,000.00 awaiting the winning jingle!
The clock is ticking, with the deadline set for July 28, 2023. So, gather your talented teams and start crafting the perfect melody! ⏰
The Caribbean Conference on Dialogue and Debate (CCDD) 2023 forms a part of our National Debaters’ Week 2023 Celebrations, a week long celebration of the impact of debating in our society and the world at large.
Whether you’re a debater, a scholar, a member of a faith-based community or NGO, politician, or any public intellectual, we invite you to submit your papers and be part of this extraordinary event.
Important Details:
– Paper Submission Deadline: August 31, 2023
– Email abstract of 150-200 words to communications@myjade.org
How to Submit:
1️⃣ Prepare your compelling paper based on the conference guidelines.
2️⃣ Don’t forget to include your contact information your submission.
Selected papers will have the opportunity to be presented at the conference, engaging with distinguished speakers and experts from various fields from around the world including the United States of America and the Republic of Rwanda.
Email abstract of 150-200 words to communications@myjade.org
The Road to Our Republic Secondary Schools’ Debate Competition (RORSSDC) 2023 seeks to excite the youth’s interest in matters related to Jamaica’s constitutional reform programme. It will challenge participants to engage in deep research, exploring varying models and approaches and assessing their suitability for adoption into the new Jamaican constitution. Furthermore, this competition will bring together the youth as well as other influential parties to the process of constitutional reform and allow for the free exchange of ideas leading to a more democratic and comprehensive outcome.
Register for RORSSDC 2023 Here: RORSSDC 2023 Registration Form
Calling all passionate speakers! Get ready to captivate an audience, as the prestigious JADE National Oratorical Challenge comes to life at the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean. The event will take place on August 3, 2023 from 9am – 5pm.
NOC follows the format of a three (3) round public speaking competition. Speeches will be adjudicated by an expert panel of judges.
Do you have a voice that deserves to be heard? Are you ready to engage, inspire, and persuade? Then seize this opportunity to make a difference. Grab a few friends and register to unlock your potential as a master communicator.
Registration
A small registration fee of $1,000 JMD per person will be collected at the venue.
Sign Up Here: JADE National Oratorical Challenge (NOC) 2023
Training Workshops
In addition to the thrilling competition, JADE will also offer exclusive training workshops for inexperienced speakers, providing them with valuable skills and insights to enhance their public speaking abilities before the big day. Don’t miss these opportunities to learn from seasoned experts and take your speaking skills to the next level!
Training Dates & Times:
Thursday, July 13, 2023 from 5pm – 8pm
Sunday, July 16, 2023 from 4pm -6pm
This module will serve to:
1. Improve problem-solving, higher-order and critical thinking skills,
2. Provide techniques to improve confidence, poise, and self-esteem,
3. Enhance the ability of participants to logically organize their thoughts,
4. Improve participants’ ability to form balanced, informed arguments which considers diverse perspectives,
5. Develop participants’ effective speech composition and delivery,
6. Enhance participants’ analytical and research skills, and
7. Encourage productive engagements within teams.
The art of persuasion is an indispensable skill for a productive employee within the corporate environment. This module will expose participants to tried and proven techniques to enhance the delivery of persuasive messages whilst promoting mutual understanding, multiculturalism, diversity, and teamwork. Overall, these attributes serve to improve the workplace culture and promote greater productivity for the organization.
*Duration: Three (3) sessions – 2 hours each | Cost: $180,000.00
*Conditions Apply
This module will serve to:
When conflict is managed effectively, team members see conflict as a tool to exchange ideas while allowing each party to be equally heard. Productive conflict is an essential aspect of efficacious teamwork. Properly managed conflict results in effective communication and problem-solving rather than unproductive outcomes.
*Duration: Two (2) sessions – 2 hours each | Cost: $120,000.00
*Conditions Apply
This module serves to teach participants oral communication techniques such as how to:
Effective communication in the workplace helps to boost employee morale, engagement, productivity, and job satisfaction. Furthermore, it reduces mis-communication which may lead to frustration, conflict, and loss of productivity. Communication is also key to better team collaboration and cooperation. Ultimately, effective workplace communication helps drive better results for individuals, teams, and organizations.
*Duration: Two (2) sessions – 2 hours each | Cost: $120,000.00
*Conditions Apply
Let us support you in the establishment and sustainable development of your debating group/society. Contact JADE today. Let’s get to work!
SIGN-UP FOR SUPPORT HERE: https://forms.gle/YTEZXP3owpZ3mnxZA
Greetings JADE Family!
You have been an important stakeholder in advancing debating through JADE, over the past six (6) years. Yes, JADE is all of 6 years old! We are gearing up to launch an aggressive campaign to bring greater awareness to our work while highlighting the lasting impact of debating in all our lives. Your support is needed now to make this campaign a tremendous success.
In a video (recorded on your phone, if that’s easier), and/or in written words, tell us, what does debating and/or JADE mean to you, and how has debating and/or JADE impacted you over the years.
You may send your video testimonial to Germaine via email (germaine@myjade.org) or via WhatsApp to (876)781-0630. As for your written testimonial, go ahead and submit it via this survey:
https://forms.gle/a5S6Yr2M8zPPtE5k7
Your written testimonial and/or video may eventually be posted on our website. They may also be featured on our Social Media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) as well as in printed promotional materials, as a part of our ‘JADE Empowering You’ campaign.
Finally, you are why we do what we do, and your support, even now, will go a far way in ensuring our future success.
Love and thanks!
