The NSS Global Space Debates Program is a dynamic and evolving program that stretches across the globe and engages students at two levels: high school  (ages 14 -18) and university. The purpose of the debates is to raise awareness on space topics and issues, and empower young adults to discuss and argue topics regarding the use of space resources and how they can benefit society.

The program is multifaceted and calls on a cadre of volunteers in areas including defining debate resolutions, debater evaluations, team liaisons, tournament management, marketing and fundraising, and management of the debate program.