Executive Director

Cindi Timmons

Cindi Timmons brings over 40 years of debate and leadership experience to the Dallas Urban Debate Alliance. She is passionate about empowering DISD students and educators through training that helps students find their voice, pursue their goals, and impact their communities.

Program Director

Evan Gilbert

Evan began debating at JBS Law Magnet in Dallas ISD before joining the University of Texas at Dallas Debate team. He credits debate for shaping who he is and takes pride in helping others grow through it as part of DUDA.

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Administrative Director

Ce'Ce More

Ce'Ce has worked with Dallas Urban Debate since 2018, and supports our programs by: managing tournament registration & event logistics for over 70 campuses, engaging volunteers, and overseeing data collection & reporting. 

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Tournament Director

Gabriel Sanchez

Gabe began his debate career in middle school with DUDA. After graduating from JBS Law Magnet, Gabe attended the University of Texas at Dallas where he continued to debate. Gabe enjoys serving the students and coaches of the District through tournament administration. 

Program Coordinator

Linh Pham

Linh Pham, an alum of Irma Rangel, found her passion for debate in high school and continued involvement since. As DUDA’s Program Coordinator, she now contributes to tabroom support, tournament logistics, and social media.

Social Media Coordinator

Esmeralda Alejo

An alumna of Irma Rangel YWLS and DUDA, Esme holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and East Asia Studies from Austin College. Presently, she serves as a bilingual elementary teacher in DISD.   She has a passion for DUDA's mission of empowering students through debate.

Newsletter Editor

Francesca Gilbard

Francesca Gilbard is currently completing a Dual BA in Political Science and Human Rights from Columbia University and Sciences Po Paris, in New York and France. She’s passionate about foreign policy and media relations.​

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Technology Director

Javier Gonzalez

Javier combines his love for the city of Dallas, his passion for debate, and his expertise in technology to empower DUDA's impact on future generations of advocates.

Tournament Team

Bianca Salazar

Now working in the community, she gives current students some of the same opportunities she had by serving at workshops and tournament throughout the year. 

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