Meeting 1101 "International Women's Day"

Whilst the first hybrid Meeting for 2022 had a few hiccups with connectivity, it was a great opportunity to sort out the issues and hopefully work out solutions. Thanks to the Team of Josh, John T, Tony, Arun, Gokul and Darryl at The Hub for your efforts.

Trish

President Trish opened the Meeting and welcomed guest David. 

Liz Wo.

Control was handed to Toastmaster Liz Wo. The Meeting was interspersed with information about the origins of International Women's Day, including the theme for 2022, the meaning of the colours purple, green and white and the role women around the world play in all aspects of society.

Josh presented the Toast to "Women's Gender Equality".

Peter B. provided the Word for the evening - Humility. 

Peter B.

Table Topics segment was conducted by Peter D. and Monica. The topics were in line with the theme, and answered by Peter B, Gail, David, Trish, Hazel and Marlene.

Monica

Peter D.

The Table Topics Evaluator was Liz We.

Liz We.

Speech 1 was introduced by Hazel. Arun's speech was from the Leadership Style project, and was titled "Effective Leadership".

Arun

Hazel

Timers Dan and Marlene provided updates on time progress throughout the Meeting.

Speech 2 by John T. was introduced by Trish. Entitled "The Gift of Life", John used the opportunity to rehearse his Contest Speech for the upcoming Moreton Division Conference on 19 March.

John T.

A Group Evaluation was held to assist John in honing the best aspects of his speech, with many useful tips being provided.

Speech 3 was by Darryl W, entitled "Up in Flames". This was introduced by Gail. This was also a rehearsal for his Contest Speech. 

Gail

Darryl

A Round Robin style Group Evaluation was conducted at its conclusion.

The Club wishes them both success at the Contest.

A General Evaluation of the Meeting was provided by Chris H, giving incite into both well done aspects and areas for improvement.

Chris H.

Awards:

Best Table Topic was awarded to Marlene, and Trish awarded Hazel the Best Evaluator award.

Marlene

All Members to can or wish to attend the next hybrid Meeting - can join us at The Hub, or if not an option, via Zoom.