YMCA Toastmasters Club of Penang

Club Officer Installation for term 2024-2025.

President: Navithra Anne
VPE: Elly Chew
VPM: Heng See Lin
VPPR: Ong Pei Xuan
Secretary: Tang Guan Hao
Treasurer: Mazidah Musa
SAA: Ong Xuan Ying
IPP: Heng See Lin

Congratulations to the newly elected exco team, all the best and enjoy the leadership journey! 🥳

"Join us for an engaging discussion on 'Man vs Machine: The Future of Innovation.' Discover how human creativity and artificial intelligence are shaping our world. Don't miss out—be part of the conversation!"

Our first meeting for term 2024-2025 with the meeting theme - Embrace Change.

Be brave to change, as our life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change.

Thank you Ms Khoo Shin Wei, Area N3 Director for paying a visit to our club.

Being grateful to have all of you for making the meeting a success.

Join us for upgrading your communication, public speaking and leadership skills.

Our next meeting is on 18th July 2024, 8pm at YMCA Penang, Level 2, Love Room.

"Embrace change, for it brings growth and new beginnings. 🌱✨
See you this Thursday!

"Let's Selfie" Contest - Here Are Our Contestants!
Choose the photo you think is the most creative and that you like the most. Cast your vote before 2nd July.

The winner will be determined by the number of likes on their selfie post. Only likes on the original post on the YMCA Toastmasters Club of Penang page will be counted.

To make your like eligible, supporters must like your friend's photo and follow our page - YMCA Toastmasters Club of Penang!

The winner will be announced on 4th July 2024 during our next meeting.

Do you love taking selfie? Here is your chance to shine and win a mystery gift! Grab the opportunity!

📸Below are the contest rules:

1. Theme: Your selfie must creatively incorporate the letters "YMCA" somewhere in the photo. Be imaginative and have fun with it!

2. Submission: You can send your selfie photo to us via the google link here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevc47Ik5rMS-L4YP3Hp5kYLmb35G7BGd7EGnduG89ry-0aDg/viewform?usp=sharing.

We will start to post the photos on YMCA Toastmasters Club of Penang’s page on 28th June 2024.

3. Voting: The winner will be determined by the number of likes on their selfie post. Encourage your friends and followers to like your photo and follow our page - YMCA Toastmasters Club of Penang! However, only likes on the original post on YMCA Toastmasters Club of Penang page will be counted.

4. Deadline: Submissions must be done before 27th June 2024, 11:59pm. Any posts submitted after this time will not be eligible for the contest.

5. Closing date for voting: 1st July, before 11:59pm.

6. Winner Announcement: The winner will be announced on 4th July 2024, during our next meeting

7. Prize: A mystery gift will be given to the person who has the most likes.

8. Eligibility: This contest is open to all 18 and above Penangnites.

Show off your best angle and spread some selfie love!

Happy National Selfie Day! 📸 Embrace your true self and let your personality shine through every snap. Today, we celebrate the art of the selfie and the joy of capturing the perfect moment. Show off your best angle and spread some selfie love! ✨🤳

Happy Father's Day.
Pa Pa, you are my hero!

Let's come together to discuss and promote mental well-being. Your presence and participation are valued.

Looking forward to seeing you. Together, we can foster a supportive and informed community.

Calling all book lovers! 📚 Let's come together for a cozy gathering where we celebrate the joy of reading with our theme: Share a Book Day! 📖

Bring your favorite reads, and let's exchange literary treasures and stories. See you at the meeting for a day filled with bookish delights!

Together, we celebrate Hari Raya.

Congratulations to Su Li and Stuart who received awards.
Best Table Topic Speaker & Best Evaluator: Su Li
Best Prepare Speech Speaker: Stuart

Join us for fun learning.

🌙 Join us as we celebrate Hari Raya at our Toastmasters Club! 🎉
Save the date: 18th April 2024, Thuursday
Time: 8.00-10.30pm
Venue: YMCA Penang Level 2, Love Room

Dress in your finest Traditional Malay Wear and let's embrace the spirit of togetherness and joy! 🕌✨

"Join us for a fun and playful gathering as we celebrate 'Arpil Fool'! Let's enjoy laughter, surprises, and good-natured fun together. Don't miss out!
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🌍 Let's raise our voices for a better Earth! 🌱 Join us at Toastmasters this Earth Day as we empower each other to speak up for our planet. Together, let's cultivate a greener, more sustainable future. 🌿
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👋👋 Join us in celebrating Women's Day! Let's honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of women everywhere. Let's continue to uplift and inspire each other for equality, respect, and endless possibilities!

See you there! 🤗 🤗

🥳Congrats to all the winners:
Best Table Topic: Su Li
Best Speaker: Pei Xuan
Best Evaluator : Renu

🎤 Get ready to marathon through speeches at our upcoming Toastmasters meeting! 🚀 Whether it's conquering stage fright or perfecting your storytelling, we're gearing up for an inspiring journey of growth and confidence.

🎉 Join us for a special Toastmasters gathering as we embrace the spirit of reunion this Chinese New Year! 🧧✨

🗓️ Date: February 1, 2024
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
📍 Venue: YMCA Penang Level 2, Love Room

Toast to new beginnings, share your stories, and celebrate the power of connection. 🥂🐉

Congratulations to all our YMCA Toastmasters Club winners! 🎉

Your achievements speak volumes!🏆👏

Congratulations to all winners.
To all contestants, thank you very much for your participation in making the club contest a success.

And not to forget the contribution and effort have been put on by the contest chair and committee members, you all did a great job. Thank you.

YMCA Toastmasters Club of Penang International Speech and Evaluation Contest (2023-2024) result are as below:

International Speech Contest Winners:
1st Place: Loh E-Jiat
2nd Place: Heng See Lin
3rd Place: Jeffrey Goh

Evaluation Contest Winners:
1st Place: Sivarenuka Devi C
2nd Place: Thannimalai L
3rd Place: Loh E-Jiat

See you all in our next meeting on 18th January 2024, 8pm at YMCA Penang. 😊

🎤 Exciting News! Our YMCA Toastmasters Club of Penang is gearing up for a Speech and Evaluation Contest! Join us as we celebrate the power of words and feedback. 🚀 Save the date and witness the magic of eloquence!

🎄 Merry Christmas 🎅
A wonderful and enjoyable night.
Join us for our meeting on every 1st and 3rd Thursday night of the month.

🎄 Embrace the holiday spirit at our upcoming Toastmasters meeting on Dec 21st at YMCA Penang! 🌟 While we'll stick to our regular agenda, let's infuse it with festive joy!

😍👥Bring your loved ones and friends for a jolly good time!

🎉 Feel free to wear your favorite holiday attire and bring a touch of Christmas magic to our meeting.

🎁 Don't forget the gift exchange – minimum RM30 for a touch of holiday cheer!

🌟 Also, please contribute to the potluck by bringing at least one dish.

See you there for a merry Toastmasters gathering!

🎤✨ Educational Program ✨🎤

A huge thank you to DTM Thanni and DTM Siva for generously sharing their invaluable insights on crafting a speech and the art of evaluation! 🙏👏 Your wisdom has truly been a guiding light in our journey to becoming a more effective communicator.

🌍✨ World Diabetes Day Awareness ✨🌍

Did you know that over 400 million people worldwide are living with diabetes? 🌐 This World Diabetes Day, let's come together to raise awareness and support those affected by this condition.

🔵 Why Blue? 🔵
The blue circle is the universal symbol for diabetes awareness. By wearing blue or sharing the blue circle, we show our commitment to promoting a healthier future for everyone.

🩸 Knowledge is Power 🩸
Understanding diabetes is the first step in managing and preventing it. Let's take a moment to educate ourselves and others about the importance of a healthy lifestyle, regular check-ups, and support for those facing the daily challenges of diabetes.

🤝 Join Us at Toastmasters 🤝
Our next Toastmasters meeting will focus on World Diabetes Day. Let's amplify our voices, spread awareness, and support each other in making a positive impact on global health.

📆 Date: 16th November 2023
🕒 Time: 8.00pm - 10.30pm
📍 Location: YMCA Penang, Level 2, Love Room.

Together, we can make a difference. 💙✨

🎅✨ Dear Santa, We're spreading cheer and goodwill! 💌 ✨🎅

📆 Date: 2nd November 2023, Thursday
🕒 Time: 8.00pm - 10.30pm
📍 Venue: YMCA Penang, Level 2, Love Room.

📝 Join us on this special day for a festive evening of letter-writing to Santa Claus. It's that time of year when we dust off our pens and put our hearts into writing letters to the jolly man in the red suit. 🎄 This holiday season, our Toastmasters club is all about the joy of expressing our wishes, dreams, and gratitude.

🖋️ Whether you want a year full of inspiration, a dash of confidence, or a sprinkle of public speaking skills, we've got you covered! Join us as we celebrate the magic of words and the spirit of giving.