The success of District 19 is reflected in the successes of its members and clubs. Members are the cornerstone of both the club growth and the growth of the District and then Toastmasters worldwide.
Since the start of this Toastmaster year for District 19, the educational incentive scheme has proved to be one clubs and members have taken too. The Distinguished by December award encouraged some 19 clubs to achieve the award, with some 9 others close with 4 goals achieved.
For the members this has been a tremendous half year. Up to the end of January 2015 some 196 members have achieved awards ranging from gaining their CC and CL ribbons through to DTM success. With plenty of time before the Toastmaster year ends I hope that more members will take the challenge. Each member can help their club become distinguished at least, if not Presidents Distinguished. The individual incentives are still there for you to achieve and if you need help at any level then talk to your club officers or to the Area Governor or any other District Officer who will be very happy to support and help your progress to achieving your objectives.
Paul Wood
LG Education and Training
District 19