top of page

Why Umoja matters

Debate impacts the youth and offers a number of benefits within and beyond the classroom. Through debate, students are able to discover themselves and grow into phenomenal public speakers

Those benefits include: 

Improved critical thinking skills

Improved Public speaking

leadership

Confidence 

communication

Quick Thinking

Camaradarie

Improved Articulation

conflict resolution skills

Emotional Control

Increased student retention

Enhance teamwork and collaboration skills

Creativity

About Me.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026  MARYGROVE · DETROIT  BLACK TIE ATTIRE

AN EVENING WITH PURPOSE

CELEBRATE THE VOICES.
INVEST IN THEIR FUTURES.

Join us for the Umoja Debate League 5th Anniversary Black Tie Gala: Elevating Voices. Shaping Futures. Celebrate five years of empowering young people through debate, leadership, and community while supporting the next chapter of Umoja’s impact.

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

MORE THAN DEBATE.
SKILLS FOR LIFE.

Umoja uses debate to help Detroit youth develop confidence, critical thinking, and self-expression. Your support helps create opportunities for young people to learn, connect, and lead.

Contact Us
Connect with us
Umoja Debate League.png

© 2025 by Umoja Debate Team

bottom of page