Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. A Toastmasters meeting is a learn-by-doing workshop in which participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere. There is no instructor in a Toastmasters meeting. Instead, members evaluate one another’s presentations. This feedback process is a key part of the program’s success. Meeting participants also give impromptu talks on assigned topics, conduct meetings and develop …

Since March 1958, Downtown Toastmasters has helped people become better communicators and leaders. The mission of a Toastmasters club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every individual member has the opportunity to develop oral communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth. Anyone is welcome to visit our meetings. Eliminate "uhm" "er" and "ah" from speech. Sound polished and professional and become a bet …

AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research. This established group welcomes new members who would enjoy belonging to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women have a fair chance. This Meetup is public outreach for our local branch of AAUW. The Covington-Mandeville Branch was established in 1964. We are located in Southeast Louisiana on the northshore of Lake Pontchartrain with most members living in the communities …