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                                              What is Toastmasters?

                                              About Toastmasters

                                              Toastmasters is a non-profit organization that began in 1924. The organization's slogan is, "Become the Speaker & Leader You Want To Be."Since 1924, more than 4 million people around the world have become more confident speakers and leaders because of their participation in Toastmasters. Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development.  Today, Toastmasters International is 260,000 strong. The members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending one of the 12,500-plus clubs that make up our global network of meeting locations. You can also visit a local club for free! Use the club finder to find a location near you.  (http://www.toastmasters.org/)

                                              Mission of Every Toastmasters Club

                                              The mission of a Toastmasters club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth.

                                              Mission of the District

                                              The mission of the District is to enhance the performance and extend the network of Clubs, thereby offering greater numbers of people the opportunity to benefit from the Toastmasters educational program by:
                                              • Focusing on the critical success factors as specified by the District educational and membership goals.
                                              • Insuring that each Club effectively fulfills its responsibilities to its members.
                                              • Providing effective training and leadership opportunities for Club and District Officers.
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