TKEthics
Tournaments
Key Information | TKEthics Global Olympiad | PAN America+Europe Ethics Olympiad | Global AI Debate |
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Eligibility | G6 – G12 students | G6 – G12 students | Junior Division (Below Grade 9)
Senior Division (Grades 10 –12) |
School based? | Not necessary | School based preferred | Not necessary |
Team Size | 3 – 5 | 3 – 5 | 2 |
Region Limitation? | No | NA + Europe | No |
Registration Fee | Regular: US$225; Early bird: US$180 | Regular: US$225; Early bird: US$180 | Regular: US$225; Early bird: US$175 |
Differentiation | All cases are high tech and AI related | Qualified teams can advance to the International Ethics Olympiad Final | Stream 1: Essay + Debate
| Stream 2: Public Speech |
Location | Online | Online | Online |
Organizer | TKEthics + MPI | MPI + TKEthics | DebateUS + MPI + TKEthics |
Awards | Certificate | Certificate | Certificate + Scholarship |
TKEthics tournaments blend competition with collaboration, providing students a dynamic platform to explore complex ethical questions and the moral dimensions of emerging technologies.
Through three signature tournaments — the Pan American & European Olympiad, TKEthics Global Olympiad, and Global AI Debates — students confront real-world ethical and technological challenges at the center of today’s most pressing moral and political conversations. These cases are examined through the lens of diverse philosophical traditions, fostering deep engagement with normative ethical theories and frameworks.
Each tournament invites students in grades 6–12 to grapple with the ethical dilemmas shaping our technological future, while offering a flexible, high-caliber learning experience. Participants sharpen their reasoning, strengthen their communication skills, and cultivate the moral imagination needed to lead with integrity in an increasingly complex world.
A key component of the TKEthics experience is the opportunity to engage directly with accomplished philosophers who serve as judges—facilitating thoughtful dialogue, posing challenging questions, and providing in-depth feedback after each round.
Pan American + European Ethics Olympiad
Chinese Language Support
中文语言支持
This is your chance to get involved in a globally recognized competition that emphasizes respectful, rigorous ethical discussion — open to middle and high school students from across the Americas and Europe.
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Eastern Olympiad: April 26, 2025 (9:00 AM - 3:40 PM EST)
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Western Olympiad: May 3, 2025 (12:00 PM - 6:40 PM EST)
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Pan-AM Final: May 17, 2025 (12:00 PM - 6:40 PM EST)
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International Final: July 23, 2025 (6:00 PM - 12:00 AM EST)
AI is transforming our lives at an unprecedented pace. As AI applications become widespread, ethical issues are increasingly coming to the forefront. We invite you to join this tournament on AI ethics and explore the future of AI with us!
The TKEthics Global Olympiad, an event characterized by competition and cooperation, offers a unique opportunity to develop students' critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills in the context of modern technological advancements. The event encourages students to engage in thoughtful deliberation on ethical issues, reflecting the intricate moral and political interactions within our increasingly digital society. Each year, relevant and age-appropriate ethical cases, often focusing on contemporary technological dilemmas, are released to assist coaches in preparing their students for the event. This tournament differentiates itself from traditional debates by allowing students to advocate for beliefs they genuinely uphold, rather than assigned opposing positions.
Global AI Debate Founding Institutions
Two Competition Tracks
The Global AI Debates provide students with a unique opportunity to explore and discuss pressing questions raised by technological advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence. Participants can compete in two streams to hone their speaking, writing, and debating abilities while exploring AI’s impact on society.
The event offers tailored topics for different age groups and brings together a panel of expert judges from academia and industry. This competition helps students enhance their communication abilities and deepen their understanding of AI’s role in shaping the future.