Fall 2026 – OPEN
Speech & Debate Programs
Suvidha International Foundation, a California registered non-profit, is conducting speech and debate programs over zoom for Grades 4th through 10th.
Speech Schedule: Thursdays 6-7PM, September 10 – October 22, 2026
Zoom Speech Competition: October 25, 2026 9AM-2PM
Debate Schedule: Mondays 6-7PM, September 14 – October 26, 2026
Zoom Debate Competition: November 1, 2026
Last Date for Registration: September 13, 2026
The program is OPEN to All.
We request a suggested contribution of $75 for speech program, $75 for debate program, $125 for speech and debate programs.
The contribution can be paid via the following options
Zelle: pay2sif@gmail.com
Paypal: pay2sif@gmail.com
Zelle Tag: pay2sif
Weblink: https://suvidhainternational.org/donate
There is a separate program for Rancho Cordova Students
Public Speaking
Being able to speak in front of a crowd is an essential life skill, and there is nowhere better to start than speech and debate. Help conquer any fears by partaking in our program.
Researching
Knowing what to look for, how to look for it, and how to compile it is yet another life skill that is critical to future success. Both speech and debate require extensive research to be successful.
Critical Thinking
Thinking on your feet and being able to respond to comments on the fly proves to be an extremely important trait to keep in your back pocket. Join the speech and debate program to help realize your potential!
The Secret of Success
It is a well-known fact that in order to be successful, you need to be able to communicate effectively. No matter how smart you may be, not being able to communicate with others and share your ideas will effectively neutralize all that is going for you.
Why Speech and Debate?
Well-represented world figures want you to know…
Speech is power: speech is to persuade, to convert, to compel. Speech is civilization itself, it is silence which isolates.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
American Essayist
Your ability to communicate with others will account for fully 85% of your success in your business and in your life.
Brian Tracy
Canadian Author
Words do two major things: they provide food for the mind and create light for understanding and awareness.
Jim Rohn
Entrepreneur & Motivational Speaker