IIUM World Debate & Oratory Centre (IWON) formerly known as Speech & Interpersonal Communication Enhancement Department (SPICE) started its operation formally in 1996 as a small unit under STADD. Prior to that, debating activities were managed by only two (2) clubs; English Debating Club (EDC) and Kelab Debat dan Pengucapan Awam Bahasa Melayu (KDBM). Since its inception, IIUM gained its reputation as a debate powerhouse both at national and international level.

Over the years, by excelling in these areas locally and internationally, IIUM has created a brand name for itself in debate and public speaking with IWON championing the cause of students’ development in these areas. As of today, there are six (6) clubs under IWON; English Debate Club (EDC), Kelab Debat Bahasa Melayu (KDBM), Arabic Debating and Public Speaking Club (ADC), Toastmaster Club, Model United Nations (MUN) as well as Organisation of Islamic Association (OIC).

ENGLISH DEBATE CLUB (EDC)

MODEL UNITED NATION (MUN)

KELAB DEBAT BAHASA MELAYU (KDBM)

TOASTMASTER CLUB

ARABIC DEBATING & PUBLIC SPEAKING CLUB