Since joining Toastmasters International in 2017, Gerda Parkja has exemplified steady, values-driven leadership. As Vice President Education at Manchester Orators, she helps support a thriving
Club Presidents and Treasurers, please reach out to all your members and ensure that at least 8 members renew so the club remains in good
Sustainability is often discussed in terms of the environment, but within organisations it has another equally important meaning: ensuring that systems, knowledge, and leadership are
Because of a shortage of Committee members, I have seen how hard Tina has worked, keeping the Committee together and mentoring the new Committee members
To mark International Women’s Day 2026, I was delighted to participate in The Doyle Collection Headshot Initiative. Raising funds for a great cause. Running simultaneously
Throughout District 71, women continue to shape the future of Toastmasters through leadership, mentorship, and a commitment to personal growth. One such leader is Clésia
Half a year after my first wife died tragically, I was invited to share in starting a new Toastmasters club – Bromley Speakers – in
I left a Toastmaster’s club because I felt unfulfilled. However, I did not want to leave Toastmasters. I mentioned to some toasties who were friends
I am alive today because of the friendship I received during my illness from clubs around the world.Three years ago, I was struck down with
Toastmasters is very fortunate to have Michele Blackwood. I’m very fortunate to have Michele as a fellow toastmaster at Dundee. Why, because Michele isn’t just