Oratory Contest
HIGH SCHOOL ORATORY CONTEST
APRIL 21, 2025
Building a Culture of LIFE starts with our youth!
Greater Chattanooga Right to Life is hosting a regional Oratory Contest that helps teens develop the skills to organize and clearly express their pro-life views; participants also gain valuable experience in defending their position on important life issues. Winners have the opportunity to advance to both state and national competitions!
Cash Prizes
- 1st Place: $150 plus expenses to state contest
- 2nd Place: $100
- 3rd Place: $50
- State and National Prizes up to $1000
Eligibility
Open to Tennessee High School Students, Grades 9-12. Students in grades 11-12 are eligible to advance to the national level, per National Right to Life Committee guidelines.
Guidelines and Rules
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Contestants research, write and present an original speech on one of the following topics:
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Abortion
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Assisted Suicide
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Euthanasia
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Infanticide
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Embryonic Stem Cell Research
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Speeches are to be 5-7 minutes in length. Disqualification will occur at the state and national levels if the speech is under 4 or over 8 minutes in length.
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Props should not be used in the presentation.
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When statistics are used, the most current information available should be used.
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Contestants are encouraged to memorize their speeches at the local level. Speeches are required to be memorized for both the state and national levels.
Registration
- Email [email protected] or call 615-298-5433 for a registration form
- Registration deadline is April 3, 2025
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