Prepared Motions for Warwick Juniors Debating Championships

03 April 2026

With two weeks to go, the Warwick Juniors Debating Championships, happening on 18-19 April, officially begins its countdown. This tournament is a dynamic and enriching competition for young debaters aged 7 to 14, offering an early gateway into the world of argumentation and public speaking. Rooted in the tradition of academic excellence associated with the University of Warwick, the championship provides a structured yet welcoming platform where students can build confidence, sharpen critical thinking, and develop persuasive communication skills from a young age.

Across the tournament, debaters will navigate a mix of fast-paced rounds that test adaptability, alongside selected prepared rounds that reward depth of research and clarity of argument. The prepared motions for Round 2 and the Grand Finals, released below, are designed to encourage early engagement and thoughtful reflection on the issues at hand.

We look forward to seeing how teams develop their ideas, refine their strategies, and ultimately bring these motions to life when the Warwick Juniors Debating Championships 2026 begins.

Motion

This House would ban child actors.

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Child actors are performers under the age of 18 who work in movies, TV shows, and commercials while balancing their education and personal lives. To protect them, they are restricted to working short hours and are required by law to complete several hours of school on set every day.

Motion

This House prefer a world where death is primarily treated as a celebration rather than a moment of mourning.

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Different cultures treat death in different ways. In some traditions, death is commemorated through celebration rather than mourning. For example, in Mexico, the Día de los Muertos honors deceased loved ones through festivals, food, music, and colorful rituals meant to celebrate life and remembrance. Similar traditions exist in parts of Asia and Africa where death rituals emphasize celebration, continuity, and community gathering rather than solemn mourning.