Toastmasters - How it all began.

How it began

Toastmasters began as a series of speaking clubs organized by Ralph C. Smedley in 1924 in Illinois, United States. Smedley saw a need in the community to learn how to speak, conduct meetings, plan programs and work on committees.

He decided to organize a club where people could learn these skills in a social environment. 

The group was named the Toastmasters Club - "toastmaster" was a popular term that referred to a person who gave toasts at banquets and other occasions.

What is Toastmasters?

Toastmasters International is an educational non-profit organization that comprises a network of club in 149 countries worldwide. 

The clubs offer frequent, structured meetings for giving speeches, gaining feedback, taking leadership roles and guiding others to achieve their goals in a supportive atmosphere. 

For furher information:

https://www.toastmasters.org/about/all-about-toastmasters