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<p>The International Honor Society has been created by the International Debate Education Association (IDEA) and the National Forensic League (NFL) to recognize and reward public speaking, education and civic engagement among young people throughout the world. You earn points when you engage in real-world competitive debate or public speaking and in November, you'll be able to earn points for engaging in debates on the new idebate.org web site. Coaches earn points for activities their students complete.</p>
<p>The more points you earn, the better Degree you are awarded. Degrees are virtual but valuable nonetheless, they allow you to celebrate your achievements and to demonstrate them to others - potential employers perhaps.</p>
<p>The International Honor Society is free to join and will remain free to use, the only requirement is that if you live in the United States you be a member of the NFL. You can leave the IHS at any time; though we hope you'll stay and enjoy ever more rewards for participating in the activity you love.</p>
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