On Saturday, June 11, 2011, the YMCA of San Diego County held the 18th Annual Ruth Lane Charitable Foundation Public Speaking Contest.
The YMCA Public Speaking curriculum is taught in YMCA after-school programs throughout San Diego County. These programs are funded through education & safety grants received through local school districts, parent fees & YMCA Annual Support Campaign donations.
There are more than 10,000 youth involved in the YMCA after-school programs & this year more than 1,000 young people received public speaking training through this program. They participated in a comprehensive curriculum based on the Toastmasters International model. The lessons covered specific elements that assisted the youth in preparing their speeches as well as delivering them.