Webinar : How to run an effective contest.
December 18, 2023
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How to Run an Effective Speech Contest by D71 Contest Chair Liz Welch is now available on YouTube
Toastmasters Speech Contests
Why take part in contests?
Contests offer members of Toastmasters an opportunity to compete against their peers, they also give a chance for improvement whether as a competitor or as an observer.
Enjoyment for contestants and observers is derived from a sense of fairness, and Toastmasters competitions are run with attention to correct judging, timing and ballot counting.
Useful resources
- Speech contest rulebook (TI website)
- Contest Tutorials (TI website)
- Contest FAQ (TI website)
Contests & Judging team
The Contests & Judging team shares expertise in the effective management of contests for Clubs, Areas, Divisions and the District, assists with the coordination of judges and officials for Division-level contests and manages the District-level contests.
District contests
This spring, District 71 runs International speech and Evaluation contests through to Division finals.
The District finals for International Speech, Evaluation, Humorous Speech and Table Topics will be held during the District conference in Liverpool
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Contest news
In-Person Division Contests will kick off this weekendÂ
November 3, 2023
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Do come along and support the contestants and volunteer as contest officials. The first Division contest will take place in Perth, Scotland on Saturday 4th
It’s good to be back in Toastmasters Area 27 Competitions
October 27, 2023
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Learn about the fun, fellowship (and of course competition!) at the Area 27 team shared at the Great National Hotel Ballina
9 Top Tips for Humorous Speech and Table Topics Contests
October 27, 2023
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Toastmasters is a great platform for improving your public speaking skills, including humorous speeches and impromptu speaking (Table Topics). Here are nine tips to help
What is the Hall of Fame?
October 27, 2023
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It’s always good to reflect on our achievements and celebrate the excellent contributions of our members as they build their skills in communication and leadership. The Hall of Fame is a highlight of our Toastmasters year. But just what is the Hall of Fame?
Meet the District Contest Team
October 26, 2023
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Contests certainly create fun and new challenges for our members, whether competing, judging or supporting a successful contests. The District contests and judging team is here to help, and in this article we get to meet them
