After the general readability of the essay, the next quality that will best distinguish the top essays is the depth of research. If the...

Thoughtfully and carefully considered essay organization is crucial for both the qualifying essay and the written debates.

This year, we asked our coaches, students and supporters to cast a ballot and help us determine the next IPPF topic. The votes have now...

Due to the evolving situation regarding COVID-19, the IPPF has decided to cancel the 2020 IPPF Finals.

April 29, 2019 — Angelus reports that students on the debate team at Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks are "riding high" after their...

April 28, 2019 – New York – A team of students from Notre Dame High School of Sherman Oaks, California, bested a field of high schools...

The IPPF is pleased to spotlight Shawn C. H. Leamon, a member of the IPPF Circle of Champions. IPPF Participation: 2005 IPPF Champion...

The IPPF is pleased to spotlight Andy Yuwen. A member of the IPPF Circle of Champions, Mr. Yuwen annually judges the IPPF written rounds,...

The IPPF is pleased to spotlight Lucia Jadudova, a new member of the IPPF Circle of Champions. IPPF Participation: IPPF Champion in 2018...

The IPPF is pleased to announce that Council on Foreign Relations ("CFR") President Richard N. Haass will serve as a judge at the IPPF...

The IPPF is pleased to spotlight Ravi Shah. A member of the IPPF Circle of Champions, Mr. Shah annually judges the IPPF written rounds,...

The IPPF is pleased to spotlight Alexandre Pouille. Mr. Pouille founded the IPPF Circle of Champions and currently serves on the IPPF...

The IPPF is pleased to spotlight Shikha Garg. A member of the IPPF Circle of Champions, Ms. Garg frequently judges the IPPF written...

June 2, 2018 — The UNHCR (the UN Refugee Agency) this week published an article about the 2016-17 IPPF team from duPont Manual High...

April 22, 2018 – A team of students from LEAF Academy of Bratislava, Slovakia, bested a field of high schools from around the globe...

January 30, 2018 — High school students from duPont Manual High School in Louisville, Kentucky, donated their $1,500 in winnings from the...

May 6, 2017 — A team of students from Westfield Academy of West Hartford, Connecticut, bested a field of high schools from around the...

High School students from around the world will gather in New York City on Saturday, May 6, to debate one of the most contentious issues...