From Humble Beginnings

to Malaysia’s leading soft skills institute

Founded in 2010, MIDP (Malaysian Institute for Debate & Public Speaking) was established by a group of internationally recognized, homegrown debaters with a vision to mainstream debating and public speaking across Malaysia. Our tagline, “Motivated by Passion,” reflects our unwavering commitment to empowering individuals through soft skills development.

A Legacy of Excellence in Debate and Public Speaking

Within two years of its inception, MIDP was appointed by Malaysia’s Ministry of Education to manage and train the national debate team for the World Schools Debating Championship (WSDC). In 2015, we collaborated with the Ministry of Youth & Sports and the Ministry of Tourism & Culture to host the World Universities Debating Championship (WUDC)—the world’s most prestigious debating competition. The event attracted over 500 delegates from 70 countries, solidifying Malaysia’s reputation on the global debating stage.

In 2017, MIDP underwent a strategic transformation under new leadership, leading to unprecedented success. In 2018, Malaysia’s national debate team ranked 1st in the world at WSDC for the first time in history. That same year, the team also won the Asian Schools BP Championship, triumphing over top competitors from Australia, Canada, and Hong Kong.

Expanding Soft Skills Education Beyond Debate

From an initial cohort of 8 students in 2017, MIDP has grown into Malaysia’s premier soft skills school, enrolling nearly 300 students annually. Recognizing the importance of holistic communication skills, we have expanded our curriculum to include:
✅ Public Speaking
✅ Storytelling & Poetry
✅ Drama & Hosting
✅ Creative Writing
✅ Corporate Training

MIDP also organizes 20+ workshops and competitions annually at state and national levels, nurturing future leaders, speakers, and professionals.

HRDC-Certified Corporate Training & Community Initiatives

In alignment with Malaysia’s workforce development goals, MIDP is HRDC-certified under the Ministry of Human Resources, providing specialized corporate training for professionals and working adults.

Additionally, the MIDP Foundation was established to offer free soft skills education to underserved communities, ensuring that students from all backgrounds can access the benefits of debate, communication, and leadership training.

MIDP: The Leading Authority in Soft Skills Education in Malaysia

Today, MIDP is recognized as a trusted expert in soft skills development by key stakeholders, including:
📌 Ministry of Education Malaysia
📌 Ministry of Youth & Sports
📌 Educational Institutions & Corporate Agencies

With a strong legacy and a mission-driven approach, MIDP continues to shape the next generation of confident speakers, critical thinkers, and future leaders in Malaysia.

Motivated By Passion

Vision:
Facilitating the advancement of human capital in Malaysia

Mission:
– Improving soft skills literacy and accessibility in Malaysia.
– Promoting intellectual discourse, constructive dissent, and freedom of speech.
– Enhancing youth empowerment, independence, and employability.

KEY MILESTONES

Let’s take a moment to celebrate some of our achievements over the years. Thank you to every single one of you who have been part of our journey, from inception up til today. We could not have done this without you!