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Find your voice: The Yes Academy Public Speaking Workshop

Designed for ages 13-16, this interactive session introduces key techniques to boost confidence, clarity, and persuasion skills—essential for school, college, and future success.

Through real-world exercises, hands-on practice, and expert coaching, students will gain the tools to speak up and stand out.

About the instructor

Madhu Arora, a dynamic communicator with 20+ years in journalism, corporate strategy, and public affairs across Canada, the USA, and India, is passionate about helping students find their voice and speak with confidence.

This presented by instructors from theyes.academy, an organization with a "team of communicators, business leaders, educators, and parents passionate about helping students find their voice".

Registration is required.

Skills learned: Critical thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, Information literacy, Leadership, Initiative, Productivity, Social skills

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