At ArguMentors, our innovative judging program serves as a vital bridge connecting passionate debaters with both online and in-person judging volunteer opportunities. Recognizing the financial challenges faced by low-funded tournaments, our platform facilitates a matchmaking process, linking eager debaters with judging roles that align with their expertise and availability. Through this program, we empower the debate community by fostering a sense of collaboration and support, ensuring that even tournaments operating on limited resources can thrive.

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• Write a paradigm! Include details about yourself and debate experience, as well as basic judging preferences (ex. Tech>Truth or Truth>Tech)

• Ensure to minimize any potential bias

• Be kind! Debaters are often more comfortable with an open-to-learn and excited judge. 

• Take notes during the round. It ensures debaters are listening to what you have to say.