About

Hi, I’m Namrata (Nami) Motwani, the Founder and Coach at Veritas Debate Academy Inc. (VDA), passionate about speech, debate, and civic engagement. At VDA, I am committed to expanding access to high-quality debate education because I believe every student deserves the opportunity to develop strong critical thinking and confident public speaking skills. With over seven years of competitive debate experience and awards at regional and national levels, I am continually inspired by the curiosity and determination of the students I mentor.

Beyond debate, I love creative writing and researching public policies. Through my research with professors at UC Irvine and USC, I applied analytical, data-driven problem-solving to address complex societal challenges. My long-term goal is to use rigorous, evidence-based research to address inequalities and improve outcomes in education, health, economics, and governance, shaping policies that create meaningful, lasting societal impact.

At my core, I am driven by a commitment to service and a belief that true impact comes from empowering others and creating opportunities for growth. For me, coaching and mentoring is more than teaching skills. It is about helping students discover their potential and gain the confidence to make a difference in their communities.

Mission

Our mission is to make debate education accessible to every child, empowering them to think critically, find their voice, and lead with confidence in the classroom and beyond.

History

Founded in 2023, Veritas Debate Academy Inc. (VDA) was built on the belief that every student deserves access to debate education, no matter their background or resources. What began as a small initiative has grown into a thriving academy dedicated to dismantling barriers to educational achievement, empowering young voices, and providing equitable opportunities for growth and leadership.

Testimonials

Testimonials

My child, who initially had little exposure to debate, not only developed essential skills in public speaking and argumentation but also grew in confidence and self-expression. Namrata's ability to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment is truly commendable.

Megha V.

Nami has unique skill to balance theory and practice for actual debate topic. She gives enough time and space to my 8th grader to understand the structure of debate and gather her thoughts and position for the debate topic. As parents, we are happy to have her coach our 8th grader!

Shivani D.