"Friends Helping Friends"
2007-2008 District 28 Governor
The programs offered by Toastmasters International through its member clubs, and through the District that serves these clubs, provide wide-ranging opportunities to help members improve their public speaking, listening and leadership skills. My goal this year as District Governor is to make the most of this excellent leadership opportunity which you, the members, have entrusted to me. Also, since the "D" in DTM doesn't stand for "done" I will continue working the program at the club level by presenting basic and advanced manual speeches, utilizing the Competent Leader manual, and encouraging guests to attend our meetings.
The 2007-2008 theme for District 28 is "Friends Helping Friends" because that's what we're supposed to do in Toastmasters. Clubs should be regarded as a safe place where there's mutual respect, encouragement and support for each member, so that each member has the maximum opportunity to achieve his or her goals.
Without my Toastmaster friends, I wouldn't have had the courage to overcome my fear of public speaking. Without my Toastmaster friends, I wouldn't have even considered stepping outside the safety of my home club to join other clubs, to participate in speech contests, and to take on District Leadership roles. I am District Governor as a direct result of my friends, so I dedicate this year in your honor.
"Friends Helping Friends" - Helping to Try - Helping to Learn - Helping to Grow - Helping to Lead - Helping to Succeed -
Because in Toastmasters, that's what we do. Together.
Karen Holland, DTM
District Governor District 28, Toastmasters International