Association of Speakers
Clubs
The
Association
of Speakers Clubs is a non-profit making organisation dedicated to helping
its members to achieve their speaking goals. Members use a training manual (
The Speakers
Guide) that features positive feedback and encouragement amongst its development
strategies.
Our members come from many walks of life and range from novices to
experienced speakers.
It was founded in 1972 as a result of a decision by some clubs to
leave the jurisdiction of
Toastmasters International and form their own
organisation.
Administratively, the association is divided into 8 Districts, with
each District further subdivided into 2-6 Areas.
Each Area has between 2 and 10 member clubs. We are contained
within the South Area which covers an area south of London to the coast,
including the North and South Downs.
Administration - National
The association is run by a National Executive Council (
NEC ), which is chaired by the National President.
S/He is supported by a National Secretary, Treasurer and
Vice-President, as well as a National Education Officer and National Development
Officer, who chair the Education and Development Committees.
Each District also has its own President, who is also a member of
the NEC.
The Association publishes its own house magazine - The Speaker - 4
times a year, and this is posted to members.