District 91 Speech Contests
Welcome to the Speech Contest page which has resources to support you in the delivery of your contest. All information derives from the Toastmasters International website.
Across the UK South our District hosts four contests.
- International Speech Contest (held in Spring)
- Humorous Speech Contest (held in the Autumn)
- Evaluation Contest (held in Spring)
- Table Topics Contest (held in Autumn)
Click here to see Past District Champions of all four contests.
Clubs can choose to host contests in person, online or hybrid. (Clubs can forgo a formal contest and elect a representative for each contest from the club to compete at area level.) The Area, Division and District contests are in person
The District Program Quality Director is accountable for District contests. Each program year, they may appoint a member or members to support contests. The District Chief Judge provides resources, training and support. This year our District Chief Judge is Paul Walsh, DTM, who can be contacted here: chief.judge@d91toastmasters.org
All members planning to compete in, organise or support a Speech Contest are advised to access the Toastmasters International Speech Contest page – it is an excellent resource! Below are also links to Hints n’Tips. on how to get the best out of the TI Speech Contest page and the Rulebook.
District 91 Speech Contest Information
Please refer to the District Calendar for the dates of all contests.
If you are organising an Area or Division contest please ensure you add it to the D91 Calendar.
International Speech and Evaluation Contests
The International Speech and Evaluation Contest District Finals will be during the District 91 Conference in May 2027. This contest proceeds to the World Championship of Public Speaking.
Every year, thousands of Toastmasters from over 100 countries take part in the World Championship of Public Speaking®—and it all begins at the club level. Right here in District 91, members can take their first step on this incredible journey by entering the International Speech Contest.
Many past champions began as amateurs with a passion for speaking. Some have gone on to build successful careers as professional speakers, delivering keynotes on international stages. Joining Toastmasters in District 91 could be your first step toward the world stage.
Will you be our next champion?
Humorous Speech and Table Topics Contests
The below resources have been developed to support with contest execution. Whether you are a Chief Judge, Contest Chair or Contest Organiser, always refer to the Speech Contest Rulebook, link above.The sample certificates and poster below were generated automatically using the links above.
