INTRODUCTION

Introduction to Gavels

Gavels is the youth version of Toastmasters, designed to help young individuals of age between 11 to 17 develop public speaking, communication, and leadership skills in a supportive environment. Each meeting follows a structured agenda with specific roles that ensure its smooth flow and provide learning opportunities for all participants.

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Roles in a Gavels Meeting

• President
• Sergeant at Arms (SAA)
• Gavelier of the Day (GOD)
• Prepared Speakers
• Evaluators
• Table Topics Master
• Word Master
• Timer
• Grammarian
• Ah-Counter
• General Evaluator
• Trivia Master (Optional)

These roles allow members to practice various aspects of public speaking and leadership.