About Toastmasters

What is Toastmasters?
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Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., USA, the organization’s membership exceeds 358,000 in more than 16,800 clubs in 143 countries.
Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders
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Join Toastmasters and you will:
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Improve your public speaking skills
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Build leadership skills
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Maximize your potential
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Enjoy unlimited personal growth
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Work on networking in a small and supportive environment
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Practice writing speeches and presenting in a group setting
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Gain a competitive advantage in the workplace
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Build self-confidence and self-awareness
How does Toastmasters work?
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Everything in Toastmasters revolves around the club. With a network of 16,800 clubs across 143 countries. Kilkenny Toastmasters have around 24 members and meet once a fortnight for two hours. We break up for the Summer from June to August.