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Eloquence Academy

Inspiring & Empowering Student Voices

Founded in 2022, we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and 509(a)(2) public charity committed to providing equitable academic debate opportunities for rural & historically underserved students.

Welcome

Discover the Eloquence Academy experience

“Finding your voice is about more than just speaking clearly. It is about thinking deeply, listening with courage, and knowing you belong. With every question asked, every story shared, and every idea expressed, our students grow into thinkers, leaders, and advocates. When you give young people the tools to speak their truth, the possibilities are endless.”

Take a moment to learn about the student experience at Eloquence Academy. You will discover the transformative power of academic debate and why our mission resonates with thousands of families now more than ever.

Voices of Eloquence Academy

  • Cailin Rugema

    I’m grateful for the opportunity to express myself freely. Although I initially felt anxious about how my voice and style of speech would be received, I’ve learned that it’s possible to make your speech uniquely yours while maintaining coherence and order.

  • Naima Nadeem

    This opportunity boosted my confidence; I refined my public speaking skills, and honed my ability to think critically. The experience inspired me to embrace challenges and pursue personal growth with newfound enthusiasm.

  • Rayansh Maheshwari

    I have developed confidence, understood the importance of body language, and mastered the art of debate. I have avoided filler words like “um” and “like” to effectively communicate my thoughts.

  • Taim Almograbi

    I gained valuable skills in listening, creative thinking, and critical thinking. I'm already putting these skills into practice. I appreciate Eloquence Academy and will work harder to develop my public speaking most definitely.

  • Ziyi Wang

    I liked all these lessons very much, and the coaches were all super supportive and awesome. I wish them success at their upcoming tournaments and competitions. Thank you for teaching me!

At a Glance

A quick snapshot of who we are and what we have to offer.

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75 Partners

2,212 Alums

15 Countries

35 States

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💡Spotlight of the Week 💡 Recently, we launched a partnership with Jackson High School in Massillon, Ohio. Eloquence is working with 50 novice debate students, introducing the fundamentals of the activity and preparing them for future tournaments i
Eloquence Academy was selected as a grantee of the Karma for Cara Foundation. The foundation was founded by 21-year-old Cara Becker and her family. At the time, Cara was being treated for leukemia. The concept emerged in Cara’s hospital room. T
Eloquence Academy has clinched a grant from the prestigious National Contribution Project Foundation (NCP), which was established at Cornell University in 2019. Since then, the NCP has been co-funded by the GripTape Foundation, Bezos Family Foundatio
Eloquence Academy is thrilled to announce the receipt of a generous grant from Youth Service America (YSA). This funding will bolster our public speaking, debate, and civic engagement workshop series. Stay tuned for more updates!
Eloquence Academy recently awarded Kira Waldhalm with the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Over the last year, Kira has been a driving force behind Eloquence’s mission. She has coached on a weekly basis, judged at tournaments, hosted
💡Spotlight of the Week 💡 Los Angeles Regional Director Rudri Soni was invited to speak at the California Association of Student Councils (CASC) Region 11 Conference. Region 11 is the second largest in California, serving the San Bernardino and Riv
💡Spotlight of the Week 💡 Eloquence Academy was invited to present at the California Association of Student Councils (CASC) Region 10 Conference! Region 10 encompasses Orange County, including Anaheim and Irvine. Los Angeles Regional Director Rudri
💡Spotlight of the Week 💡 During summer camp for our middle school students, we held a special webinar featuring panelists from diverse backgrounds. Panelists discussed the transition to high school, shared their experiences, and offered valuable a