Teaching the Skills That Unlock Opportunity at Any Life Stage
At DFA, we believe debate isn't just about arguments— it’s a gateway to becoming an informed citizen and a future-ready professional.
We teach people how to think critically, speak confidently, and lead with purpose—whether they’re high school students in Hanoi or team leaders at top companies in Seoul.
Since 2012, we’ve delivered inclusive, high-impact debate education across Asia—in English, Korean, and Vietnamese. From classrooms to companies, we’re closing the gap between potential and opportunity.
Closing the Achievement Gap in Korea and Vietnam
In too many classrooms, talent goes unnoticed—not because students lack ability, but because they lack access.
Across Korea and Vietnam, many students still face unequal opportunities. And in a fast-changing world shaped by AI, automation, and global uncertainty, the gap is only widening.
At DFA, we work to close that gap.
We provide learners with the skills that open doors, not just in school, but for life:
- 🧠 Critical thinking and collaboration
- 🗣️ Clear communication and creative problem-solving
- 🌐 Interdisciplinary thinking across humanities and science
- 🛡️ Cognitive immunity to misinformation and digital manipulation
- 💪 Psychological agility to adapt, lead, and thrive through uncertainty
Because when you unlock the right skills, you unlock opportunity—no matter where you start.
How We Make a Difference
Through partnerships with city governments, educational institutions, universities, and various public and private organizations, DFA offers inclusive, high-quality debate programs that create new opportunities for students and young professionals.
Our dynamic debate leagues and tournaments inspire confidence, personal growth, and valuable networking connections, while our expert-led training programs—delivered by renowned coaches—set a high standard in debate and communication skills for students, educators, and professionals alike.
Additionally, DFA provides free peer mentoring to underserved students and young professionals, ensuring that financial barriers don’t stand in the way of accessing transformative educational experiences.
Together with our partners, we’re creating a more inclusive and equitable educational landscape where every individual has the chance to thrive and succeed, whether in school, in their communities, or in their careers.