About Us

Speech and debate sharpens communication skills, builds confidence, and strengthens research skills. Yet, many students around the world lack the resources and materials to learn speech and debate. Take the Mic is here to change that by providing them with the tools and support they need to speak up and shine.

Speech and debate can transform lives, helping students gain confidence, improve research skills, and develop a voice that can change the world. Unfortunately, only 15–30% of schools in the U.S. have speech and debate programs, and millions of students globally never get the chance to participate. Take the Mic was created to solve this problem by providing tools, resources, and support to students who are eager to speak up and succeed.