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CONTEST SCHEDULE
Current Programme – 2026
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Key Dates – 2025-2026
Event Name
05- July – 2025
Event Name
05- July – 2025
Event Name
05- July – 2025
CONTEST TYPES OVERVIEW
Four Competition Formats,
One District
Each contest develops a distinct set of communication and leadership skills. Members are encouraged to enter the format that best matches their current development pathway — and to challenge themselves further each term.
International Speech
Deliver an original, carefully crafted prepared speech. Demonstrates research, structure, vocal variety, and persuasive delivery. The pathway to the World Championship of Public Speaking.
5–7 minute prepared speech
Evaluation
Listen to a prepared target speech and deliver a structured, constructive evaluation. Judges assess listening skills, analytical depth, feedback quality, and critique under time pressure.
Evaluate a test speaker live · 2–3 min
Table Topics
Respond to an unexpected prompt without any preparation. Assessed on the ability to organise thoughts quickly, think on your feet, and deliver a coherent, engaging response under pressure.
1–2 minute impromptu response
Humorous Speech
Deliver an original, entertaining speech demonstrating comedic timing, platform presence, and the ability to connect authentically with an audience. Humour must be appropriate for all.
A 5–7 minute humorous talk