This competition aims to offer young people:
An experience in speaking on a public platform as a member of a team
An incentive to formulate ideas on topical subjects
The discipline in dealing with a topic in a limited time
The opportunity of learning and practising high standards of expression, presentation and appearance
The impartial feedback and assessment of performance by experienced adjudicators
For further information please see and download if required:
Youth Speaks Information Pack
Youth Speaks Checklist for Students
Youth Speaks Entry Form
Dates, times and locations will be advised when available.
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