In addition, the IPDA predominantly uses lay judges in order to encourage an audience-centered debate style. While most member programs within the International Public Debate Association are associated with colleges or universities, participation in IPDA tournaments is open to anyone who has  secondary education level or higher.
The International Public Debate Association (IPDA) utilizes lay judges to encourage an audience-centered debate style. While most member programs within the IPDA are associated with colleges or universities, participation in IPDA tournaments is open to anyone who has completed secondary education or equivalent level of schooling.