The future is uncertain, but YDL will adapt. 5 years ago, free debate coaching was in its infancy. Small groups existed as a nebulous entity, never receiving the resources and support they needed to truly prosper. At that time, we were uncertain if a coalition could even exist given the isolation of debating organizations and the lack of past success. Today, we know it can succeed, YDL has grown from a moonshot idea in the living room of a few high schoolers to a worldwide coalition of dedicated debaters, coaches, and educators. The question today is not what the limit is, but what we can do to shatter those expectations and accomplish what has never been done before. I urge you, whoever you are, to reach out to us and work together to be part of something greater.

As a youth-led non-profit, the biggest challenge was always to generate a belief in our mission. Frankly, the economies of scale we access today were hard fought and won. - coaches exist in a limited amount, as do the social support that is necessary for our survival. In a world where debating is localised to wealthy, developed English-speaking nations, YDL seeks to recognise that privilege and share the gift of debate across the globe. To do this, we need every debating group, coaching team, and school club to help us - but we understand that we need to earn your trust first.

YDL prides itself on fulfilling its promises, creating long-term relationships, and respecting individuals as leaders and decision makers. Through this attitude, we were able to generate trust, the currency that allowed us to grow beyond a dream. Today, dozens of schools, clubs, and on-the-ground groups trust us to fight for the best collective future for everyone. It is my honor to receive that trust, and my pride that I can continue to earn it with each and every individual in the global debating community.