BRI Programs for High School Students

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Your Voice. Your Ideas. Your Impact.

History and government aren't just subjects to study. They're an invitation to ask questions, explore ideas, and discover how you can make a difference.

At the Bill of Rights Institute, you'll find opportunities to debate important issues, connect with other students, and put your ideas into action.

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Student Programs

Find your voice. Challenge your thinking. Connect with other students. Our programs give you opportunities to explore important questions, exchange ideas, and take action on issues that matter to you.

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Community Impact Contest

Have an idea for making your community better? Turn it into a plan and compete for prizes of up to $10,000. The Community Impact Contest invites students to identify a challenge, develop a solution, and show what's possible when young people take the lead.

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Community Impact Fair

Big ideas start close to home. Join other students to explore challenges in your community, develop creative solutions, and share your ideas with people who can help make them happen.

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Debating Matters: TransAtlantic

Take your ideas across the Atlantic. Join students from the United States and United Kingdom to debate pressing issues, consider different perspectives, and sharpen your ability to make a compelling argument.

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Debate & Leadership Institute

Great leaders know how to listen, think critically, and make their case. Build your confidence, strengthen your communication skills, and learn to engage thoughtfully with people who see the world differently.

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“When I first came here, I was scared and ready to defend myself against anyone who thought something other than what I thought. But as the program continued, I realized that these people are not my enemies but my allies to help extend my perspective.”

Patricio - BRI Debate Program Participant