PDWC2024

High School Parliamentary Debate World Conference & Competition
Saturday, February 3 〜 Saturday, February 10, 2024
Online (Zoom)

2-10-3-1103 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0071
E-Mail info@pdwc.jp[PDWC ] https://wakupro.org/pdwc/[WakuPro] http://wakupro.org/

Greetings from the Organizers
As we approach the year 2024, the ongoing presence of a virus that has massively reshaped our lives has become the'new normal'; sadly, our ability to adapt to global crises has not yet taught us how to refrain from war. Conflicts aroundthe world are a reminder that friendship and deep connections across borders are even more important in times likethese. While bringing young minds together in person is still our deepest desire, our shared commitment to safety andwellbeing makes it necessary once again to offer our international experience virtually. We remain inspired by the very
real connections that have been nurtured online since our shift to this format in 2020. The bonds forged by participants inthe years since then have endured, proving that friendship knows no boundaries, whether virtual or physical. At PDWC
2024, we embrace the opportunities that these innovative ways of connecting have brought to our global community, andwe celebrate our resilience in meeting the unique challenges of this unparalleled era in human history. We look forward
to another year of thought-provoking discussions, spirited debates, and the enduring spirit of connections beyond bordersthat defines PDWC.
President

Kazuko Nakadai

Vice President

Chair, WakuPro Foundation

Shigemi Sugita

Director, WakuPro Foundation
President, Heritage Resort
Shikinoyu Onsen, Takane Fudo K.K.

Organizing team

Executive Committee Chief

Executive Committee

Staff

Skip Swanson

Chris Clayton

Michelle Gray

Director, WakuProFoundation

PDWC Alum
Keio University Student

Robina State High School
Teacher

Staff

Staff

Staff

Midori Sasaki

Mari Minoura

Anna Feher

Southland Boys’ High School
Teacher

Aichi Prefectural Showa HighSchool Teacher

PDWC Alum
Senior Youth Ambassador

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Partner Organization
Debate Mate
Debate Mate Schools is an educational charity that uses the brightest university
students to run after- school debate clubs in areas of high child poverty acrossthe world. Over the last nine years, DM has successfully taught over 25,000
young people to debate in the UK, USA, Jamaica, Nepal, Dubai, Doha, Mexico,Rwanda, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, China, Japan, Korea and Israel.

Margaret McCabe
Barrister- at-law
CEO & Founder2

Purpose of PDWC
Aim of the Event
As part of the WakuPro Foundation’s International Friendship Program, thepurpose of PDWC is to:
1. Exchange diverse views through debate, and foster friendshipsthat will serve as a foundation for building a peaceful world
2. Introduce to each other the history and culture of each of theirregions of the world, foster mutual respect and understanding andembrace diversity while enjoying themselves
3. Learn more about Japan and enjoy Japanese culture and tradition
Students who participate in the conference can also apply to become Youth
Ambassadors the next year; they can participate as conference staff andfurther develop their leadership skills.

About the Debates
WakuPro's goal through debate is to provide opportunities for students to learn
communication skills, develop their ability to think globally by discussing various
social issues, and acquire the listening and empathy skills necessary for nextgeneration leaders. By engaging in dialogue with other students, participants canmake new connections from around the world and cultivate friendships that will
last a lifetime. The debate portion of the event is facilitated by Debate Mate basedin the United Kingdom.

About the Cultural Connect &Student Connect Activities
During the cultural and student connect activities, participants take the time todeepen their understanding of cultural backgrounds, deepening friendships withfriends, and further utilizing the communication skills they have developed at theconference to make possible a peaceful and bright future for the next generation.
They also experience fun, interactive events that will help spread the culture andcharm of Japan to the world. At PDWC we place great value on creating
opportunities for participants to form deep connections. To this end, we strongly
encourage students to attend all of the various social and cultural
sessions throughout the event.

3Event Overview
1. Number of Participant Schools
6 schools from Japan and 6 schools from overseas
will be accepted.

2. Team Composition•••

Each team must consist of 3 students and 1
teacher, totalling 4 persons.
Teams can be mixed gender and mixed grade(any combination is possible as long as they areenrolled students.)
Note: Participants cannot be changed afterapplying.

3. Teams consist of students who:
• Want to actively interact with high school students
from all over the world• Want to learn more about debate• Are lively, proactive, curious and open
• Can commit to the schedule and be punctual

4. Regarding the online event format•••

The event will be held entirely online via Zoom and will not
be open to the public.
Although time differences will be taken into consideration,
the program will be held from9:00 to 21:00 Japan Standard Time (JST) in principle.
Due to time differences between participating countries,
the schedule may be changed after the schools areselected.

4Application Details
How to apply
Please apply from the application form found in your announcement email.

1. Complete application form
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School name (& country name)First and last name (of all 3 participants)
Age (of all 3 participants)
Grade (of all 3 participants)
Name of accompanying teacher
Contact of accompanying teacher (email/phone number)＊Note: Please ensure that the accompanying teacher sends the application.
We will not accept applications from students.

Application Period & Team Selection
Application period: 1st November (Wed) – 15th November (Wed) 2023
Announcement of participating schools: 25th November (Sat) 2023
Method of announcement: email to accompanying teachers and PDWC website

5Schedule (Tentative)
1/29(Mon)

9:00

-

9:30

Zoom Connection Test 1

1/30

(Tue)

16:00

-

16:30

Zoom Connection Test 2

1/31(Wed)

10:00

-

10:30

Zoom Connection Test 3

19:00-19:30Zoom Connection Test 4

2/1(Thu)

22:00-22:30Zoom Connection Test 5

17:00-18:00Opening Ceremony

18:30-20:30Debate Training Group 1

21:00-23:00School Introductions 1

9:00-11:00Cultural Connect Activity 1

16:00

-

18:00

School Introductions 2

21:00-23:00Debate Training Group 2

16:00

-

18:00

Debate Event 1 (Mixed Debate)

19:30-20:30Student Connect Activity 1

21:00

-

23:00

Debate Round 1 Group 1

17:00-19:00Debate Round 1 Group 2

21:00-23:00Debate Event 2 (Mixed Debate)

18:00-20:00Debate Round 2 Group 1

20:30-22:30Debate Round 2 Group 2

17:30-19:30Debate Round 3 Group 1

20:00-21:00Student Connect Activity 2

21:30-23:30Debate Round 3 Group 2

17:00

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19:00

Semi-Final Debate Round

21:30-22:30Student Connect Activity 3

10:00-12:00Cultural Connect Activity 2

16:00-17:00Student Connect Activity 4

17:00-19:00

Final Debate Round

19:00-20:00

Closing Ceremony

2/3

2/4

2/5

(Sat)

(Sun)

(Mon)

2/6(Tue)

2/7(Wed)

2/8

2/9

2/10(Thu)

(Fri)

(Sat)

Note: Schedule is subject to changes.
All times are in Japan Standard Time (JST)6

Program Details

7Overview of Previous Event
Date

Saturday, February 4th – Saturday, February 11th, 2023

Location

Zoom (Online)

PurposeSchool students around the world connected online tobetter understand and accept each other's culturaldifferences, to engage in deep dialogue, and forge bonds
in order to realize a better future.

Content

1. Debate Training
2. Debate Round
3. Student Connect Activities
4. Cultural Connect Activities

Participant schools
From Japan
Fukiai High School (Kobe)
Kobe University Secondary School (Kobe)
Shibuya Junior and Senior High School (Tokyo)
Clark Memorial International High School (Tokyo)
Okayama Gakugeikan High School (Okayama)
Aichi Prefectural Showa High School (Aichi)
Kansai Soka High School (Osaka)

From Abroad

Host

WakuPro General Incorporated Foundation

Partner

Debate MateNo. of teams

14 teams

Robina State High School (Australia)
Cedartown High School (U.S.A.)
Gia Dinh High School (Vietnam)
SMA Negeri 3 Banda Aceh (Indonesia)
Southland Boys’ High School (New Zealand)
Future Complex High School (Mongolia)
Janak Nath Memorial Secondary School (Nepal)

Debate Round 1

Tournament Chart

2/7 (Tue) 17:00-19:00 (JST)Group 1CountrySchool Name

1-1

New ZealandSouthland Boys' High School

1-2

Nepal

1-3

AustraliaJapan（Kobe）

1-4

Country

School Name
Okayama Gakugeikan High School

VSJapan(Okayama)
Japan（Tokyo)
Indonesia

VSMongolia

VS

Janak Nath Memorial SecondarySchool
Robina State High School
Fukiai High School

VS

Clark Memorial International High School
SMA Negeri 3 Banda Aceh
Future Complex High School

2/7 (Tue) 21:00-23:00 (JST)2-1

Japan(Kobe)

Kobe University Secondary School

VS

2-2

USA

Cedartown High SchoolVS

2-3Japan(Tokyo)

Shibuya Junior and Senior HighVSSchool
Debate Round 2VietnamJapan（Osaka）
Japan（Nagoya）

Gia Dinh High SchoolKansai Soka High School
Aichi Prefectural Showa High School

2/8 (Wed) 18:00-20:00 (JST)1-1

Mongolia

Future Complex High School

VS

1-2

New ZealandSouthland Boys' High School

VS

1-3Indonesia

SMA Negeri 3 Banda AcehVS

1-4Japan(Tokyo)Clark Memorial International HighSchool

VSNepalJanak Nath Memorial Secondary School

Japan(Kobe)
Japan(Kobe)

Fukiai High School
Kobe University Secondary School

Australia

Robina State High School

2/8 (Wed) 20:30-22:30 (JST)
2-1
2-2
2-3

VietnamGia Dinh High School

Japan（Osaka）
Japan(Tokyo)

Kansai Soka High SchoolVSVSJapan（Nagoya）
Japan(Okayama)

Shibuya Junior and Senior HighVSSchool
Debate Round 3

Aichi Prefectural Showa High School
Okayama Gakugeikan High School

USA

Cedartown High School

2/9 (Thu) 17:30-19:30 (JST)1-1
1-2Japan(Okayama)
Japan(Tokyo)

Okayama Gakugeikan High School

VSNepalJanak Nath Memorial Secondary School

Clark Memorial International HighSchoolVS

New ZealandSouthland Boys' High School

Japan(Kobe)
Japan（Osaka）

1-3

Australia

Robina State High School

VS

1-4

Mongolia

Future Complex High SchoolVS

2-1Japan(Kobe)

Kobe University Secondary School

VSUSA

Cedartown High School

2-2

VietnamGia Dinh High School

VSJapan（Tokyo)

Shibuya Junior and Senior High School

2-3Japan（Nagoya）

Aichi Prefectural Showa High School

VSIndonesia

SMA Negeri 3 Banda Aceh

Fukiai High School
Kansai Soka High School

2/9 (Thu) 21:30-23:30 (JST)Semi-final Debate Round
Friday, February 10th
17:00 – 19:00
Date
Motion “THBT AI technologies, such as ChatGPT, are a threat to human creativity”
Country

School NameCountry

School Name

New ZealandSouthland Boys' High School

VS

USA

Cedartown High School

VietnamGia Dinh High School

VSJapan（Tokyo)

Shibuya Junior and Senior High School

Final Debate Round
Saturday, February 11th 17:00 – 19:00
Date
Motion “THBT removing hate speech from social media is more important than protecting
freedom of speech”

Result:
1st place
Runner up

Shibuya Junior and Senior High School (Tokyo, Japan)
Cedartown High School (USA)8Time Zone Difference TableJapan

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PDWC

2024

High School Parliamentary Debate World Conference & Competition
Saturday, February 3 〜 Saturday, February 10, 2024
Online (Zoom)

2-10-3-1103 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0071
E-Mail info@pdwc.jp[PDWC ] https://wakupro.org/pdwc/[WakuPro] http://wakupro.org/