District 91 is part of Toastmasters International, a non-profit educational organisation that teaches communication skills, public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.
Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., Toastmasters has served over four million people, and today the membership exceeds 358,000 in more than 16,800 clubs in 143 countries.
Toastmasters was founded by Ralph C. Smedley on October 22, 1924, at the YMCA in Santa Ana, California, to improve the communication skills of the young men under his charge.
Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders.
We provide our members with the opportunity to
- Improve your public speaking skills
- Build leadership skills
- Maximise your potential
- Enjoy unlimited personal growth
- Work on networking in a small and supportive environment
- Practice writing speeches and presenting in a group setting
- Gain a competitive advantage in the workplace
- Build self-confidence and self-awareness