CONTEST ESSENTIALS
2022 -2023 Contest Events
The “International Speech” Contest is held every year. In addition to this, District 7, is holding a Humorous contest.
This year the district speech contests will be held virtually. Each contest is a separate event with its own contestants and functionaries.
| Nov 25, 2022 – Jan 30, 2023 | Club Contests |
| Feb 3, 2023 – March 27, 2023 | Area Contests |
| March 31, 2023 – May 5, 2023 | Division Contests |
| May 19 & 20, 2023 | District Contests |
For specific dates, please visit the D7 Events Calendar.
Tamsen Corbin, D7 Chief Judge, chiefjudge@d7toastmasters.org
Patrick Locke, D7 Contest Chair, contestchair@d7toastmasters.org
Jim Robison, D7 PQD, pqd@d7toastmasters.org
Ellen Ino, D7 Zoom Master Chair, zoom@d7toastmasters.org
Why Speech Contests
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills, and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking”. Besides being fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
CONTEST TOOLS
Online Contest Checklists & Planning Guide
Online Contests Best Practices & Rulebook Changes
Contest Roles and Their Responsibilities
Briefing Scripts (Chief Judge & Contest Chair)
Contest Scripts – Updated 18DEC2022
Tracking Worksheets
Timer Backgrounds
Frequently Asked Questions
TRAINING (Visit D7 Events Calendar for Upcoming Training Dates)
