Division C Toastmasters gathered on March 7, 2026 for an inspiring and entertaining speech contest, showcasing the exceptional communication skills and dedication of members from across the division. Speech contests are a long-standing tradition within Toastmasters International, designed to give members the opportunity to challenge themselves, gain valuable speaking experience, and celebrate the art of […]
District 8 Toastmasters is honored to welcome Pat Johnson, DTM, PIP, as a keynote speaker at our 2026 District 8 Conference on May 16, 2026. Pat brings global insight, decades of leadership experience, and an inspiring Toastmasters journey that reflects the very heart of our mission: empowering individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. […]
As we begin 2026, this is a great time to reflect, reset, and recommit to the goals we set at the start of our Toastmasters year. The January 2026 issue of Communic~8 is packed with updates, inspiration, and reminders to support you and your club as we continue to put People First. 👉 Read the newsletter […]
District 8 Toastmasters welcomed members from across the district on November 22 for a full day of learning, leadership development, and connection at the Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI), hosted at Southwestern Illinois College in Granite City, Illinois. The day began with club officer training, giving current and incoming leaders practical tools, role-specific guidance, and best […]
Changing Lives Through Communication District 8 members demonstrated the power of generosity and service at the November 22 Training Leadership Institute (TLI), where a dedicated Donations Table raised $783 in support of the Omer Roberts / Dory Drummond Inmate Scholarship Fund. Thanks to the generosity of members who stopped by the table or sent in […]
Our newest issue of Communic8 (November 2025) is out now! Dive into member celebrations, district updates, and upcoming training opportunities. Read Now