THE SADA
Founded in 1965, SADA is South Australia’s largest, longest running and most recognised debating association, running a successful schools competition since 1966. For over 50 years SADA has focused on providing inclusive debating programs with a strong educational focus, allowing all students to develop and to enjoy debating.
The SADA provides South Australia’s most comprehensive debating program, which includes:
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Competitions for primary, secondary and tertiary students;
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Education programs designed to suit the needs of individual schools and clubs;
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Adjudicator training and accreditation in line with national standards; and
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Providing students with opportunities to debate at national and international competitions.
The SADA aims to:
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Engage students and improve their confidence and public speaking;
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Improve students’ analytical skills and the ability to develop persuasive arguments;
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Expand participants’ knowledge on a range of social, political, scientific and moral issues;
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Instill an appreciation of different perspectives and new ideas; and
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Foster teamwork, research skills and discipline.