Oratory Contest

2024 Schedule

Every year, the Louisiana Pro-Life Oratory Committee sponsors a pro-life oratory contest among high school juniors and seniors from throughout the state. Students will address the issues of abortion, infanticide, euthanasia, or embryonic stem cell research in a 5-7 minute oral presentation.

Winners in local contests will compete in the state oratory contest on May 4th during the Louisiana Knights of Columbus Convention in Baton Rouge. The state winner will have the opportunity to compete in the national contest during the National Right to Life Convention during the summer.

Contact Jacob Tonglet, state director at jacob@prolifelouisiana.org or 866.463.5433 to learn more about times and other information for the current year. Events from around the state will be posted as we receive information about them.

Lafayette

The Lafayette Oratory Contest will be held on March 13th at 10am at the Immaculata Center 1408 Carmel Dr Lafayette, LA 70501. Lunch will be provided. Cash prizes will be awarded. 

For guildlines, registration, and more information, contact Kelly Chapman at kchapman@diolaf.org or 337-261-5653

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Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge Oratory Contest will be held on Tuesday April 16th at 6pm at Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Church. Cash Prizes will be awarded.

For guidelines, registration, and more information contact Trinity Wicker at 225-610-6827 or trinity@prolifelouisiana.org.
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New Orleans

The New Orleans Oratory Contest is scheduled for Wednesday April 17th, 7 p.m., at Jesuit High School. Cash prizes will be awarded.

For guidelines, registration, and more information, contact Ashley Gilliam at Ashley@prolifelouisiana.org or 504-754-8807.

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Northshore

The Northshore Oratory Contest is scheduled for Saturday, March 9th at 10 a.m. at Pope John Paul High School in Slidell. Cash prizes will be awarded. For guidelines, registration, and more information, contact Michelle Gorney at strtl1986@gmail.com or call 985-640-8765.

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Louisiana Oratory Contest Details:

Local Louisiana Pro-Life Oratory Contest Coordinators:

If you don’t see a contest in your area, please contact Jacob Tonglet (contact information at the top of the page).

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