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Message from Saudi Aramco Management•Message from TMI President + picture•Message from Division-M Governor + picture•Message from Div M conference Chairman + picture•Message from Editor-in-Chief + Picture•Calendar of Events: District 79 annual conference •2008• 09- Division-M Leadership: names and pictures of Division-M Committee members 2008• 09- District 79 Leadership: District governor, and committees (names & picturesMembers Group Picture of each club in Div M and their contact numbers •and locations for the courtesy of non toastmasters who would like to join.Group Picture of each committees in the Div M Conference.•Information about the each contests and contestants (picture & name).•Article about the contests (Is it a test? Or is it play? Have some fun on •contest day!)The world champions of public speaking •Article from the world champions of public speaking•Advertisements of MEKOOL and Technical Press •Saudi Aramco Logo as exclusive sponsor•

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Communication is such an important part of our day-to-day life that we often take it for granted. And in today’s

world we are communicating with different people in so many different ways. In a just a few decades we have essentially gone from hand-written letters and memos to instantaneous mobile devices like “Blackberries” and “i-phones” and the pace of change in the technology of communication is staggering. But no matter what the technology, even if pencil and paper, what you say or write, and how you present it, is so vitally important.

This is where the Toastmasters Club plays such an important role in developing the communication skills of our people and our future leaders. In Saudi Aramco Exploration, the impact of Toastmasters is clearly evident. The Toastmasters Club has been instrumental in developing individuals who can effectively convey an idea, who are not afraid to speak up and express themselves, and whose words can impact the thinking of others.

All the leadership and management courses in the world will achieve very little if an individual does not feel empowered to express himself. Once that person is empowered to express himself, his/her words will inspire us. Toastmasters Club provides a direct avenue to achieve this empowerment.

On behalf of my management team in Exploration, I would like to express our appreciation to Toastmasters for its achievements and to let you know that Exploration is, and always will be, a proud Sponsor. Thank you, and keep up the excellent work

The Toastmasters program adds many benefits for myself and the organization. Communication is an essential skill for running

our business, whether it is verbal or in writing. Most importantly, having good communication skills for all the people in the organization is necessary to ensure safe and reliable operations. We understand that the root cause of all incidents involves one form of miscommunication. Also, the level of productivity and satisfaction is enhanced through better communication.

The work environment is greatly improved when subordinates are able to voice their recommendations and concerns and when superiors can convey their appreciation and feedback. People with good communication skill are able to make a positive impact on their work and social environments. This is an important source for motivation in our organization.

The Toastmaster’s activities help in improving the competency of our employees. First, they will improve their communication and public speaking skills.

Second, it will create better leaders for the future. The toastmaster program is run based on individuals’ initiative and self motivation, in spite of their level in organization. Moreover, the program is continuous and enable participant to proactively practice their skills, unlike conventional training. This is without any doubt why we are supporting Toastmasters!

A Message from Abdulla Al Naim

Why we are supporting Toastmasters?

VP Of ExPlOr -TION, SauDI araMcO, SPONSOr Of Dha -raN TOaSTMaSTErS club

ahMED al-raIgI, rTr MaNagEr


I am privileged and honored to serve as the first Division - M Governor for the term July 2008 - June 2009. During those 10 months I realized the

real reason why people join and stay with Toastmasters. Once an individual has developed himself/herself on the path of communication and leadership by simply joining a Toastmaster club and staying truthful to its promise, he/she will soon start sharing the knowledge gained with other club members or family members.

Later on, the same advanced member will start a journey of sharing the knowledge and experience gained in Toastmasters only because he/she feel the belonging to such a wonderful organization based on friendship and the love of its people. During my term of governorship, everybody I worked with, including conference organizers, committee members and advisors, were labeled as givers.

Saudi Arabia was recently been visited by 4 givers, World Champions Ed Tate, Darren LaCroix, Mark Brown and Vigas who shared their knowledge with us in April 2009. Now

April 30, 2009

To the members and guests of Division-M-District 79:

Toastmasters throughout the world, including your international officers and directors, congratulate you on the occasion of your 2009 Spring

Conference in Saudi Arabia. Toastmasters International helps people overcome challenges and conquer their fears. During your conference, look around and celebrate the communication and leadership skills of your friends and fellow club members. Then take a minute to consider what you have become as a result of participating in the Toastmasters program. Aren’t you amazed at the transformation? Haven’t you become a more confident, eloquent and successful person? Haven’t you become more willing to help others in and out of your club environment? If you have, then join me in proclaiming the theme for my term in office – “Toastmasters: The Courage to Conquer!”

it is our Division - M turn to enjoy the icing on the cake by having the 2003 World Champions-Jim Key. He comes all the way from the United States of America to share with us his knowledge and wisdom. Those are the true example of champions willing and able to give only for the love of people and for the love of Toastmasters.

We are very determined to develop our own home grown champions who can compete at the world level. I am certain a wonderful person with great character and humble world champion like Jim Key can help make our dream comes true. Those people who believe in the power of the platform and the spoken word as our guest speaker Jim Key are the ones who walk the talk and add more meaning to our conference theme, Power to empower and words to inspire.

I like to take this opportunity to welcome Jim Key and the other two key note speakers, Najeeb Zamil and Abdulrazak Turki and welcome you all to the first Division – M Annual Conference. I am sure you will enjoy and witness a great event.

The Toastmasters program helps us gain the courage to change. We were once self-conscious, hesitant members who have blossomed into assertive, confident and passionate Toastmasters. Many of us began as non-committed members and we changed to become efficient, capable leaders in our organization and our communities. We started as groups of people who hardly knew each other. We conquered the initial discomfort and now have dynamic and successful Toastmasters clubs! As we change individually, we instill in others the Courage to Conquer as well.

Our organization depends on members such as you to help more and more people develop the Courage to Conquer through the Toastmasters program. Your theme: “Power to Empower & Words to Inspire” can be of great value everywhere, especially to the proud members in District 79. Thank you for all you do, and congratulations on this important occasion.

JaNa barNhIll, DTMTOaSTMaSTErS INTErNaTIONalPrESIDENT 2008-2009

A message from President ofToastmasters International

to members and guests of DMAC

A greeting from Division-M Governor

to members and guests of DMAC

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The key to being successful in public speaking lies ina) what you know, and b) what you do.

What you know

As much as possible, remove the unknown elements about your speaking event. These can include:

1) The room,2) Your audience, and3) Your content

1) The room: The more familiar you are with the venue of your presentation, the better. If possible, arrive early at that location, and acquaint yourself with the entire room. You certainly want to be familiar with your speaking area. This includes having a good feel for the depth and width of the stage, plus knowing the acoustics of the room. If you will be using a microphone while speaking, make sure it is working properly and is set at the appropriate volume levels. If you are using visual aids, make sure the light levels in the room are appropriate, and the visuals can be seen. (Note: Some older projectors may not be powerful enough to project effectively with the lights in the room set to a bright level.)

2)Your audience: If you are speaking at a place where you know very few of your audience members, get to know them before your speech. Be there as they arrive and introduce yourself to them. Establishing a connection with them, however brief, will make it easier to deliver your presentation

speech of any length.

Do: Drink room temperature water.Don’t: Drink hot and cold liquids. They will tighten your vocal cords. (No coffee, no soda,no ice water.)

Do: Expect to be successful. Your imagination is a powerful tool. If you can envision yourself speaking with confidence and communicating effectively, you are more likely to meet that positive expectation.

Don’t: Entertain doubts. This will sabotage your successful presentation.

Do: Understand the positive expectations of the audience. No audience wants to be bored; they want to be entertained, educated, and stimulated. They want you to do well!

Don’t: Focus on your nervousness and fear. Instead, concentrate your attention on the benefit that your message will bring to the audience.

Do: Use the energy that accompanies nervousness to your benefit. The symptoms of the «fight or flight syndrome» are natural; they are okay. The key is to make that nervous energy work for you, by using it to infuse your voice and your expressions with energy and enthusiasm. It will add “punch” to your presentation!

Don’t: apologize for being nervous.In actuality, you may be more aware of the

than it will be if you don’t make any connection.

Additionally, if you can learn some details about your audience beforehand, do it. Ask the leader of your audience’s organization questions about their members:

Age GenderCultural background Educational backgroundProfessional background Their average dayIssues & frustrations they face

Knowing these things will allow you to be more sensitive to any applicable issues/needs, and tailor your message to meet those needs.

3) Your content: If you are not familiar enough with your content, or you are uncomfortable about it, your mind can be preoccupied to the point that your nervousness (and the accompanying physical symptoms) are compounded. Disciplined writing and practice will raise your familiarity level with your content. Without that to worry about, you can be more at ease.Do’s & Don’ts

Do: Use a microphone if necessary. You need to be heard throughout the room.Don’t: Push your voice. Your voice will not project as well when you are nervous. Forcingyourself to project too much is detrimental to your voice and difficult to sustain during a

symptoms of your nervousness than your audience is. They may not even notice them, unless you draw attention to them. Don’t mention it; just move forward with your presentation.Do: Relax. Use stretching and breathing exercises to release the tension.Do: Seek frequent speaking opportunities. Nothing will build your confidence like the practical application of these principles. The more you speak, the more your confidence will increase! Take advantage of every opportunity you have to speak publicly. (If you need a venue in which to practice, look into Toastmasters International [http://www.toastmasters.org] on the web) In gaining experience, you will create positive momentum in your speaking ability.

Now go out, and start creating and enjoying your phenomenal speaking success!

Jim Key,2003 World Champion of Public Speaking

JaNa barNhIll, DTMTOaSTMaSTErS INTErNaTIONalPrESIDENT 2008-2009

Tips forSuccessful

Public Speaking


Have you ever regret any decision you made in your life? I believe everyone has. But, have you ever regret any decision you made

in your life about self development? This is what the first Division M, of District 79, Toastmasters Annual Conference 2009 is all about. It is about every member of the organizing committee self development. It is about yourself development, as well. By reading those words, or maybe attending the conference, you have already made a decision that you will never regret that is self development.

Let me share with you a decision I was very hesitant to take, but later I was not only satisfied but enjoying as well. Besides joining Toastmasters in 2005, I made a decision to take the opportunity to chair this conference. Although I took the decision very fast, it was already late. Only 30 days left for the big day.There were a lot of «What if›s» going around that decision. «What if I fail in this mega event?» This will definitely has undesirable consequences ant thus was so scary.

Although the division governor had addressed most of the key issues for the conference (arranging with the keynote speakers, determining the theme, and booking the venue), the organizing committee had to do the rest!I did not imagine how much I gained out of this self development assignment.Spending a quality time with family: A conference chairman job will take more than 70% of time after work. Spending time with family has to be efficient and effective. Just spending time with family may be a waste of time. You need to satisfy the needs of every individual of your family and therefore, you need to set goals every day of what you

want to achieve or do for each member of the family. First survey the needs by conducting phone calls in the morning with your parents, spouse, and after noon with the kids. Decide and plan how you are going to address those issues. Set the stage before you arrive at home. Bring something with you for your family, even if you buy them some snacks. Tell a joke to your family and laugh with them. Then be creative to how to address the issues using your communication skills.

Building engines: The saying «If you fail to plan, you plan to fail» is not accurate, in my humble opinion. There are plans which do not work and will fail in the middle of the project. Developing a plan is like building an engine. The last thing you need from an engine is to break down in the middle of the road. Design and make that engine. And if you don›t have time to build one, borrow or buy one. But if you do, you need to modify the new or rented engine to sustain your road conditions. Since I don›t have time, I used last year Division F Annual conference plan and I modified it to suit this year’s conference, and it worked very well.Power to Empower: The theme of this conference inspires me. And this is what Division M Governor exactly did for the organizing committee. He conducted the following major concomitants of empowering others: Trust people: Empowering organizing committee members requires a fundamental belief that they want to do the right thing for the conference. Let go. «A leader must give others the opportunity to be successful. This requires more than simply following the rules of delegation. Letting go requires a commitment to another›s success». Accept mistakes. It has become a cliché to

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Conference Chairman MessageAbdulaziz A. Al-Dulaijan say that people must be allowed to make

mistakes and that they learn from those errors. Leaders who empower others take the fear out of the workplace by not blaming those team members who take risks and make mistakes.

Avoid dependency. Leader›s job is to assist or serve those doing the work, facilitating their success. Empowering leaders take care not to cross the line with their assistance and unwittingly make their followers dependent on them. Responding to requests for help rather than imposing help is a good rule to follow.

Talk straight. Empowering others demands honest communication. Frequent and frank discussions about team members’ performance are critical to their development. Failure to praise effective performance ultimately de-motivates and debilitates team members.Become vulnerable. Leaders accepts that success is largely depends on those whom they empower. They learn to live with the uncertainty and anxiety coming with vulnerable situations. & Words to Inspire: The other part of the conference theme has major impact on the conference organizing committee. Words can either encourage or demean. Leaders use words to paint successful pictures that stimulate their team members’ optimism about achieving their goals, and encouraging positive behaviors. Team Building: This conference came at a time when most of the experienced Toastmasters are already exhausted after participating in many role at several consecutive events such as clubs level contests, areas contests, and divisions conferences. The challenge was how to build a team who can participate and maintain similar conference quality, after most experienced TM have lost the interest to participate in another one. In addition, most of Toastmasters members will be in vacation or short leave with their family during school break one week before the

event. I had to select the available new Toastmasters members for the organizing committee who have some idea about organizing TM Conferences. Together with the advisory committee, we coached, and guided the new organizing committee members on their mission. The results were fascinating. The organizing committee team was very energetic, enthusiastic, initiative, and innovative. We had accomplished many mile stones in a record time while maintaining the quality.Learning from those few lessons, I believe that I became a better person, and I greatly value the decision I made to pursue self development by taking the conference chairman role. The conference organizing committee, through their dedication, hard work, and with the available limited recourses and time, brought to you an educational & entertaining conference. I›m sure that every member in the organizing committee has made the right decision when they decided to commit themselves to self development utilizing this great learning opportunity.Although Toastmasters educational program is one of the most practical and effective self development programs ever developed, it does not stop here. Expand you horizon and explore other possibilities, seize learning opportunities and select the best for you. If you stop your self-development, your growth will stop. Adding years to our age is aging, but adding self development life to our age is growing. So, would you rather age or to grow? Make a decision, right now, that you will never regret.


Dear Division M Governor, Mr. Abdulraouf AL-Moukhtar,

It gives me a great pleasure to congratulate the Division-M Governor and all the members of Division M on the occasion of the first Division

M Conference. I congratulate all the participants for arranging this great event and congratulate the contestants for representing their respective Areas. I wish that they all could win and all represent us at the DTAC gathering in May 2009.

These accomplishments would not be achieved without a group of people working together as a team. Teamwork is essential to compete in this challenging world. It is joint effort by group of people utilizing their knowledge and experience to achieve a goal that will benefit others and the community. In preparing for and conducting this conference, effective and efficient teamwork goes beyond individual accomplishments. When all the individuals work towards the common goal to present the best event within District 79, then all the details come together, like arranging for

registrations, workshops, the magazine and other activities. As a result of teamwork, different skills will be available and applied. Great ideas will be proposed, discussed and shared with the members. The team leaders support is essential to maintain a spirit of teamwork and ensure that everyone remains a team player. This conference is being presented by dedicated and committed members using their experience, time and effort to support Toastmasters in Saudi Arabia.

To take the lead for changes to make a difference in our society within the Saudi Arabian community, it is necessary that all of us play a major role and support one another. We must realize the importance of teamwork and encourage and motivate everyone to contribute their ideas, and harness their potential. It is our responsibility to stand as one team, encouraging everyone to take the lead and be part of the changes and make a difference in our society.

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TEAMWORK

DMAC Organizing Committee after one of the preparation meetings


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2008-09 Division-M Leadership

Power to empower & Words to inspire


•WhatifIrunoutoftime?•WhatifIgetshy?•Whatwillhappenifaudiencesdon’tlikewhat I’m saying? •WhatifIgetquestionsIcan›tanswer?•WhatifIgetinterrupted?Andwhataboutall the private thoughts?•DoesmyhairlookOK?

If you ask yourself these questions prior to each public speech you are planning to deliver; then welcome to the club! Stage fright strikes most people! Don›t

think you›re alone!According to a survey conducted lately in USA: “Public speaking anxiety (Stage Fright) is the number one fear above death, divorce and job loss”. The survey discovered that one out of every three people rates public speaking anxiety as the number one fear!In order to be ready to deliver a speech, you have to learn how to control your stage fright or public speaking fear. The following are some techniques that I’ve collected during my journey with Toastmasters that I would like to share with you. These techniques can transform the stage fright into magnetic presence:

1. Be completely prepared and master the material you are going to deliver: The worst things that could happen to you as a public speaker are to convey wrong message to the audience, make a mistake, or to forget your material. The best thing you can do is to be overwhelmingly, thoroughly, and completely prepared and in mastery of your material. Much of the fear comes from wondering if you will make a mistake, or

It gives me a great pleasure to have the honor of being the first Division-M Annual Conference (DMAC)-Magazine Chairman and Editor-In-Chief. I was thrilled by the amount of effort that was put by the organizing committee in the preparation of DMAC. I would like to express my highest thanks and appreciations to those who participated

in the development of this magazine by sharing articles, thoughts or pictures. Not to forget the DMAC magazine committee members for their continued efforts and dedications in editing and reviewing this issue of the magazine. I would like to thank Toastmasters Scott Lents, Zahyiah AlAmry and Abduljalil Jaziri for their timely responses to my endless requests. Also, I would like to thank Bandar AlQahtani for volunteering to design the Magazine and make it as appealing as it looks. We would not be able to publish the magazine, in the limited time that was given to us, if it wasn’t through their continued contributions and support that mad this magazine first-rate. Keep up the good work!

if the audience will know more than the speaker. There is only one way to assure beating that by knowing your material inside and out.

2. Make ‘em laugh: Humor is the best way to break the ice with a crowd. Starting with a joke or a funny remark will help the speaker in settling the crowd in. Even if the joke doesn’t have to be related to the topic, just say it. This will connect you with the audience and make you a little more relaxed because you all just have laughed together.

3. Focus on getting through the first few minutes: Usually, the speaker settles in and get comfortable after a while. Rarely do you see someone who seems fearful all the way through his or her speech.

4. The world won’t fall apart if you deliver a terrible speech, would it? The world will keep right on revolving if you don’t do well. Toastmasters specifically and others, usually appreciate it anyway and you’ll keep right on going.Tracy Brinkmann, a well-known public speaker once said: “Stage fright is that wonderful feeling of nervousness that occurs when you consider, or know you are going to have to partake in, a speaking event.”

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Stage FRIGHTDMAC

Conference MagazineEditor-In-Chief Remarks

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baNDar alQahTaNIDMac-cONfErENcE MagazINE-DESIgNEr


Division H Toastmasters from Abu Dhabi and Al Ain are proud to host this year’s District-79 Toastmasters Annual Conference,

which will be held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Abu Dhabi for the first time.

More than 800 Toastmasters from the 13 Divisions and 7 countries (GCC countries and Jordan) making up District 79 are expected to attend the 21 - 23 May DTAC. The theme for DTAC 2009 is: Developing Leadership & Communication Towards Achieving Strategies.

As the DTAC 2009 agenda shows, two qualifier rounds for each contest (International, Humorous + Table Topics) will be held simultaneously on Thursday. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each of these qualifier round contests will compete in the final contest round on Friday and Saturday.

Meanwhile, 2000 World Champion of Public Speaking Ed Tate and 2001 World Champion of Public Speaking Darren LaCroix will be delivering keynote speeches

and educational sessions guaranteed to energize and educate. They’ll be accompanied by professional trainer Maria Austin, who’ll deliver a stimulating interactive workshop.

Thursday’s Lite Dinner With Darren will be followed by Friday’s Gala Dinner, an entertaining event all Toastmasters look forward to.To organize such a large event and conduct a memorable conference that exceeds participants’ expectations, Division H Toastmasters need the dedicated support and committed resources, both financial & human, of all the Toastmasters in the District.

DIVISION h, abu DhabI, uaE21 – 23 May, 2009

Calendar of Events: District 79 Toastmasters

Annual ConferenceAbu Dhabi, UAE21 - 23 May, 2009

One of the most rewarding life decisions I took was joining the family of Toastmasters International. Not only did that

decision make me a more competent professional, but it has impacted my whole life on many levels. Toastmasters not only teaches you the different ways to improve your communication and leadership skills, but in addition, how to empower others. From this concept, the idea of having a community women’s Toastmasters club was born. In a time and age where women are becoming much more competitive and career oriented, the need to foster, develop, and hone both communication and leadership skills is vital. Not to mention, living in a fast paced and dynamic world where time moves swiftly, and holding on to a robust family life is a top priority, being better communicators and leaders is an essential ingredient to sustain such a life necessity. This great initiative by our fellow Toastmaster Abdulaziz Dulaijan has come to life in the form of the Asharqya Women Toastmasters Club. It is by far the only women’s Toastmaster Club in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia which is open to the female public. This club aims to help introvert and hesitant women discover and unleash their potentials, and sharpen the skills of those extrovert and competent. The first meeting took place on February 10, 2009 in the form of a demo meeting demonstrating to the public an idea of what a typical Toastmasters meeting can offer, from the skills it sharpens, the fun and enjoyment of learning it promotes, and the diversity it harbors; inspiring all to accept each other’s differences and see them as blessings and learning opportunities rather than something to be afraid of. On that day, we had an attendance of almost eighty women from more than seven different

nationalities, all together in the conference room of the Business Women Center coming for the same purpose; to simply improve their lives. To me, looking at that crowd was as if I was looking at a vivid rainbow; different colors yes, but they all brighten your day. Although we are still at a primitive stage of establishment, we have twenty nine fully paid members not to mention the ones on the waiting list! As the main organizer and Founding President of the club, I promise you, we will reach our goal of forty by year end if not sooner insha’Allah. With seven dynamic Executive Committee Members, we are determined to achieve the Distinguished Club Program Goals on the many levels it addresses; from membership growth to fulfilling the educational needs and requirements of as many enthusiastic members as possible. A little more than a year ago, I also served as the President for the Prince Sultan University Toastmasters Club, which was also a women’s only club but with exclusive membership. I can’t express to you my joy and satisfaction in seeing a young shy women advance from delivering the first speech in her life, to becoming an Advanced Communicator by her sheer determination and choice.On that note, after the establishment of the Ashargya Women›s Toastmasters, we are on the verge of seeing competent and successful women in the making, ready to be unleashed to the community to lead a successful future and to empower lives.Finally, I would like to conclude with a dear quote to my heart: «Our trouble is not ignorance, but inaction», Dale Carnegie. So, take action, and start changing your life to the better by joining the Asharqya Women›s Toastmasters Club!

Empowering Lives

baTOOl alkhalaf, ccfOuNDINg PrES -DENT, aSharQya wOMEN’S TOaSTMa -TErS club


Have you ever thought about what will you gain by helping others? Give it a deep thought. Most of you maybe have heard or read

this saying by motivational speaker Zig Ziglar “if you help enough other people get what they want, you’ll get what you want” how accurate is this statement? His name was Fleming, and he was a poor Scottish farmer. One day, while trying to eke out a living for his family, he heard a cry for help coming from a nearby bog. He dropped his tools and ran to the bog.There, mired to his waist in black muck, was a terrified boy, screaming and struggling to free himself. Farmer Fleming saved the lad from what could have been a slow and terrifying death. The next day, a fancy carriage pulled up to the Scotsman›s surroundings. An elegantly dressed nobleman stepped out and introduced himself as the father of the boy Farmer Fleming had saved. «I want to repay you,» said the nobleman. «You saved my son›s life.»«No, I can›t accept payment for what I did,» the Scottish farmer replied, waving off the offer. At that moment, the farmer›s own son

came to the door of the family hovel.«Is that your son?» the nobleman asked.«Yes,» the farmer replied proudly.«I›ll make you a deal. Let me give him a good education. If the lad is anything like his father, he›ll grow to a man you can be proud of.» And that he did.In time, Farmer Fleming›s son graduated from St. Mary›s Hospital Medical School in London, and went on to become known throughout the world as the noted Sir Alexander Fleming, the discoverer of Penicillin.Years afterward, the nobleman›s son was stricken with pneumonia. What saved him? Penicillin. The name of the nobleman? Lord Randolph Churchill. His son was Sir Winston Churchill. Toastmasters’ fraternity is all about helping others and this was one of the main objectives of Ralph C. Smedley when he started the toastmasters international in 1924. Toastmasters international had got it long time ago and they have been utilizing this practice ever since. Have you ever thought about what will you gain by helping others? Think again

And 2009 World Champion “to be” is going to be from Division-M if Allah Wills, so stay tuned!

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Why do you have to

help others?

It›s the World Series of public speaking, the Olympics of oratory, the final about for the heavyweight title of «World Champion of Public Speaking.»It›s the Toastmasters International Speech Contest!

Each year, this speech contest culminates at Toastmasters International›s four-day International Convention, held in August. A panel of 20 Toastmasters judges evaluate 10 contestants from different parts of the world, all of whom had advanced to the finals following a year-long process of elimination, using club, area, district and regional speech competitions. Criteria used in judging included speech content, organization, voice quality and gestures.

Here›s a list of World Champions:

2008 laShuNDa ruNDlES DallaS, TExaS

2007 VIkaS JhINgraN caMbrIDgE, MaSSachuSETTS

2006 EDwarD hEarN chIcagO, IllINOIS

2005 laNcE MIllEr glENDalE, calIfOrNIa

2004 raNDy harVEy ShErwOOD, OrEgON

2003 JIM kEy rOwlETT, TExaS

2002 DwayNE SMITh DEcaTur, gEOrgIa

2001 DarrEN lacrOIx auburN, MaSSachuSETTS

2000 ED TaTE aurOra, cOlOraDO

1999 craIg ValENTINE EllIcOTT cITy, MarylaND

1998 brETT ruTlEDgE aucklaND, NEw zEalaND

1997 wIllIE JONES hONOlulu, hawaII

1996 DaVID NOTTagE aucklaND, NEw zEalaND

1995 Mark brOwN MOuNT VErNON, NEw yOrk

World Champions of Public SpeakingThe best speakers in the World!

The besT speakers in The World!


When I told people I was going to speak in Saudi Arabia with fellow World Champion Ed Tate, I got mixed reactions.

Many people asked, «What!? Are you crazy? It›s not safe!» Others just flat-out said, «Don›t go... it›s too dangerous!» It›s very easy to get caught up in the emotion of fear. Would you go? Who would you ask for advice if your well-being was at stake?

I had been invited to speak at a conference in Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia. I›ve never been there before. My only trip to the Middle East was in 2002 to Oman with David Brooks. That was a world ago. I›m writing this newsletter on the plane heading back from Saudi.

If you›d been sitting with me in the audience, watching Ed Tate inspiring more than seven hundred people in Saudi Arabia, you would have seen that I was totally captivated. As far as I was concerned, Ed was speaking directly to me. He told how he›d been invited to Saudi Arabia back in 2004. He expressed how many people had

World Championship ...and he›s someone I listen to even more now. After the conference had ended, I went down to take a walk outside the hotel. I asked the doorman if it was safe to walk down to the beach. He politely said that he did not think it was a good idea. The doorman was a person «in-the-know,» as well. His subtle response reminded me that there was a guard outside the hotel entrance holding a compact machine gun. I could choose to let it scare me, or I could choose for it to allow me to feel safe. I felt safe, and accepted his advice. There are also many places in America where I would not walk alone at night.

On Sunday night, before heading to the airport, I spoke at Saudi Aramco, the largest oil company in the world. (They have 15 Toastmaster clubs!!)

There›s a segment of my keynote where I say, «If you have any hope, any dream, any desire... don›t go to your family for inspiration. Instead, go to people who have done it. They think differently.»

I truly believe in this philosophy, so I use it all the time. But, it›s not something I thought would get much notice during a presentation to a different culture. WOW!

urged him not to go, because of war and other countries› views of Americans. Ed explained how most people advised him, «Don›t go... it›s too dangerous!» He asked our friend and mentor, Alan Weiss -- a man truly «in-the-know.» Alan told him, «GO! This is the chance of a lifetime! You may never get this opportunity again!» Ed chose to take Alan›s advice above all the others. He had an amazing time, and was treated like royalty.

I had been invited, as well. I don›t quite remember if my schedule was already booked or not, but I do remember that I turned down the invitation. I admit that I listened erroneously to the masses. I listened to the wrong people. Have you ever done that? What kind of an opportunity did you miss out on? Talk to people «in-the-know.» They think differently. Some people «in-the-know» in some areas of life may not be in other areas.

This year, I chose to accept the invitation to visit Saudi Arabia. I thank Ed for that. He is someone I listened to when I pursued the

The response from my audience was absolutely fascinating! THUNDEROUS APPLAUSE! I was shocked!

I shouldn›t have been surprised at the audience›s response... People are people, no matter what part of the world they live in. We all have similar challenges in everyday life: family, spouses, friends, money. Anil Madan, our host, made me feel welcome and safe. Each time we spoke prior to my trip, I grew more and more confident in him and his staff. confidence in him and his staff grew. Ashok and Yoseph, who is Muslim, picked Ed and me up at the airport. They couldn›t have been more helpful making us feel welcome. They took care of any whim (even some whims we never even thought of.) Not exactly the image some American›s still have.

It was an amazing experience. (Use the link below to check out our video of highlights.) We were greeted and treated like kings. It was an experience I›ll never forget, and if I had listened to all those people who told me not to go, I never would›ve had it.

Whether it›s speaker coaching, relationship advice, or considering a trip to an unknown place half way around the world, will you listen to just anyone? Or will you listen to people «in-the-know?»

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«Don›t Go...It›s Too Dangerous!»


You can enjoy speech contests

When Nahid was asked to compete in her club’s humorous

speech contest, she was mortified. “I – I’m not funny!” she exclaimed. Indeed, her manual speeches had been heartfelt and serious discussions on the meaning of life. But her fellow club members insisted that she was funnier than she realized. She decided to take up the challenge and try the contest. Much to her amazement, Nahid learned that she is more than funny – she’s hilarious. She won the club contest and found herself looking forward to the area level competition with a new sense of excitement and pleasure. Her fear of “funny failure” had been banished.Now, when someone asks Nahid what she wants to do with her life, she responds without hesitation, “I want to be a comedian.” And she admits she owes it all to a speech contest, because it made her try something outside her comfort zone.Speech contests present many opportunities. Those who benefit in the most obvious way are the competitors. Being a contender gives you a chance to

Toastmasters skills. And while volunteering as a timer, counter, sergeant at arms, contest chair, or other role affords Toastmasters the opportunity for growth, adventure and a sense of team membership –you must remember that it’s also just plain fun.And though you might not think it possible right now, there may come a time when you find yourself volunteering for the role of speech contest judge. Don’t be afraid to try it. Experienced speakers can learn so much by participating as speech contest judges. The judging criteria for great speeches are printed on the back of every Judge’s Guide and Ballot. It’s like having your own personal cheat sheet for making a good speech great. And the more experience you gain in using these criteria to judge the participants’ speeches, the better your own speeches will become.That’s the great thing about Toastmasters speech contests. The more you put into them, the more you take away.

try a new style or type of speech. The result can be amazing, as in Nahid’s case. And even if you stay with a topic that you’ve given before, you know you’ll have to take it to the next level in order to compete. This is a terrific way to confirm your skills.Garry thought his evaluations were solid, but he wasn’t completely sure until he won an evaluation contest. He had worked hard to make his evaluation skills shine, and the results of the contest confirmed his belief in himself.On the other hand, it’s not always about winning. Evan was able to learn from watching expert speakers competing at higher and higher levels. He picked up several tips and tricks for performing that improved his own speeches and work-related presentations.The best news is, speech contests benefit everyone who takes part. There are many roles to try, all offering some sort of leadership experience. You can improve skills such as organization, teamwork, written and verbal communication, and event coordination.Of course, a lot of people are merely looking for an enjoyable way to use their

Is it a test? Or is it play? Have some fun on contest day!


1. To provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities and to recognize the best as encouragement to all.

2. To provide an opportunity to learn by observing the more proficient speakers who have benefited from their toastmasters training.

gENEral PurPOSES INTErNaTIONal SPEEch cONTEST

Toastmasters Contest General Purposes

1. Qualified time is: 5 to 7 minutes. Any contestant exceeded the allowed time will be disqualified.2. Definition: •TheInternationalpreparedspeechescanalsobecalledthe«SeriousSpeech Contest» or the «Motivational Speech Contest» to distinguish it from the «Humorous Speech Contest». •Allthespeechesmustbeorganizedinathematicway(opening,body,andconclusion), and should not be a monologue (series of one-liners).3. Topics: It can be any topic at all, as long as it›s original.

AreA 20 54 58First PlAce Winner

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second PlAce Winner

huSSaIN al abbaS NaSSEr al SubaIE NaThEEr QaSSEM

International Speech Contest Rules


Humorous Speech Contest Rules

huMOrS SPEEch cONTEST

1. Qualified time is: 5 to 7 minutes. Any contestant exceeded the allowed time will be disqualified.2. Definition: The Humorous speech contest is a prepared speech and its purpose is to recognize the value of humor in speaking. Contestants should avoid potentially objectionable language, anecdotes, and material.3. Topics: It can be any topic at all, as long as it›s original and funny.


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second PlAce Winner

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EValuaTION SPEEch cONTEST

1. Qualified time is: 5 to 7 minutes. Any contestant exceeded the allowed time will be disqualified.2. Definition: •Atargetspeakergivesaspeechwhichalltheevaluationcontestantsare to evaluate. •Thecontestantsaretakenfromtheroomandgivenfiveminutesto prepare their speeches and make notes. •Then,theirnotesaretakenawayandtheyarebroughtbackintotheroom one by one (at which time the contestant gets his notes back) to deliver their oral evaluation of the target speech. •Sincenocontestanthearswhatanothersaidaboutthetargetspeech,the judges can compare the analytical abilities of the contestants.3. Topics: All Contestants are evaluated upon their evaluation of the same target speaker.


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second PlAce Winner

MOhaMMaD al ISSa

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Evaluation Speech Contest Rules


Table Topics Speech Contest Rules

TablE TOPIcS SPEEch cONTEST

1. Qualified time is: 1 to 2 minutes. Any contestant exceeded the allowed time will be disqualified.2. Definition: “Impromptu speak-ing” •Allcontestantsshallreceivethesametopic,whichshallbeofageneral nature. •Thetopicshallbeofreasonablelength,shallnotrequireadetailed knowledge and should lead to an opinion or conclusion. •Allcontestantsareescortedoutoftheroomandbroughtbackinoneby one to speak on the same topic. •Sincenocontestanthearsthetopicbeforehisturntospeakonit,youcan judge their impromptu speaking abilities by the way in which each person›s effort stacks up against the others.3. Topics: Any general topic that doesn›t require specialized knowledge which some contestants might have while others might not.


MOhaMMaD al ISSa khalIl raMul khalID abbaD

second PlAce Winner

haSSaN JaNNah

waEl al aMEEr

MOhaMMED huSSaIN


Snapshots from Division-M


Tanajib Toastmasters Club Dhahran Toastmasters Club 30th anniversary

Hardh Toastmasters Club ABQ Toastmasters Club



Al-Ahsa Toastmasters Club

Al-Jabal Toastmasters Club-the 100th meeting

Snapshots from Division-M

Shaybah Project Toastmasters Club

Area 58 Contest


ستغير حياتهم وأن املركز األول لن يعدوني. ثم أقسم أحد عمالقة التوستماسترز، وهو يحمل اجلنسية

الهندية أيضا، علي أال أصعد منبرا للخطابة إال بعد أن أعطيه خبرا بذلك، ألنه ال يريد أن يفوت لي حديثا

وعانقني بحرارة. وبعده أحد اإلخوة األسيويني قال لي إنه قدم إلى السعودية قبل سبعة شهور وأن ما رآه في هذا املؤمتر غير فكرته عن السعوديني بشكل

كبير.وصدقني بقدر ما أسعدني سماع مثل تلك

الشهادات فقد حزنت ألني أدركت حينها أن كثيرين من الناس لم يصل إلى إدراكهم مقدار ما نحمله نحن السعوديني من امللكات واملواهب والقدرات. ال

يزال البعض منهم يستكثر علينا ذلك. وهذا يؤكده تقصير وسائل اإلعالم في تصحيح تلك الصور

املشوهة. ولكننا لن نيأس وسنواصل املسيرة. سوف نخبر العالم جميعا بأن الكلمة اجلميلة الطيبة واحلوار الراقي والتواصل الفعال هي السبل حلياة

أفضل على هذا الكوكب الصغير.وفي الشهر القادم في أبوظبي سأمثل بلدي مع

مجموعة من إخواني السعوديني على مستوى دول اخلليج من دولة األردن، وعسى أن يوفقنا اهلل إلجناز آخر يساهم في رسم صورة بهية لنا كسعوديني، وسنرفع

هناك أعالمنا حتى وإن غاب إعالمنا.

جنيب الزامل

رسالة من عبداللطيف احلارثي

سنرفع أعالمنا حتى وإن غاب إعالمنا

أهدي هذه الرسالة املفعمة فخرا وشكرا واكتفاء إلى مكتب وزارة اإلعالم باملنطقة الشرقية وإلى إدارة

التعليم وإلى كل إعالمي وكاتب وصحفي بهذه املنطقة لعل الشاب الذي كاتبني يفلح في حتقيق

أمل أن تغطى وتتبنى نشاطات فن اخلطابة االرجتالي »التوست ماسترز«، التي كانت لعامني فقط مضيا

حكرا على اجلاليات األجنبية في منطقتنا، فإذا شبابنا السعوديون يشاركون، فيبدعون، فيتفوقون..

ليس كأفضل من يتحدث اإلجنليزية فقط، بل في عبقرية خطف انتباه الناس، وأسر حواسهم ارجتاال

بدقائق معدودة.. مهارة من أهم مهارات التواصل اإلنساني بالفرد واجملموع. إليكم الرسالة املفخرة..

باختصار آملني:»شكرا على دعمك املعنوي الال محدود حملبي أروقة

التوستماسترز التي طاملا غاب عنها اإلعالم وزهدت فيها الصحافة. قبل أسبوع كان لي شرف التمثيل

في مسابقتني مهمتني في القسم »ف« باخلبر، وهما املسابقة العاملية واملسابقة الفكاهية.

وقد وفقني اهلل سبحانه وتعالى للفوز في تلك املسابقتني باملركز األول. وال شك أني أشعر باالعتزاز لكوني سعوديا يحقق مثل هذا اإلجناز من بني وسط مجموعة كبيرة من األجانب احملترفني لهذا الفن، ومما

زادني اعتزازا أني تلقيت ردود فعل مشجعة جدا والتي من ضمنها ما يلي:

أشاد اثنان من أبطال العالم للخطابة مبستوى اخلطبتني وبالذات بالفكاهية وقال أحدهم إنه

شخصيا ال يستطيع مجاراة مثل تلك اخلطبة. ثم قام ضيوف الشرف جميعا للسالم علي واإلشادة

باخلطبة العاملية. بعد أدائي للخطبة العاملية وعنوانها »النقطة العمياء« حلق بي أحد اإلخوة من اجلنسية الهندية خارج القاعة وسلم علي بحرارة

وعانقني قائال »أشهد بأنك رجل حقيقي«. وأحاطت بي مجموعة أخرى من اجلمهور وجزموا بأن خطبتي

إنه ملن دواعي سروري وعظيم اغتباطي أن نرى أندية اخلطابة باللغة العربية تنتشر في املنطقة الشرقية

خالل عام 2008. أن نادي عكاظ للخطابة العربية يعتبر النادي األول في حني أنه يتواجد أكثر من 65

نادي في اململكة العربية السعودية للخطابة باللغة االجنليزية منتشرة ما بني جده والرياض واملنطقة

الشرقية. تستحوذ شركة ارامكو السعودية على نصيب األسد من هذه األندية وذلك بفضل الدعم

املستمر و اال محدود من الشركات الكبرى والشركات اخلاصة في اململكة العربية السعودية لبناء وتطوير العاملني من أبنائها في برامج متنوعة لتطوير الذات

ولقد انتظرنا كثيرا تدشني األندية العربية وكانت اللبنة األولى تأسيس نادي عكاظ الذي اعتبر بداية االنطالقة ألندية أخرى قامت بإذن اهلل في قطاعات حكومية وأهلية لدعم التواصل ما بني أبناء اجملتمع وكسر حاجز اخلوف جليل يجيد احلوار في بيئة تنادي

بسالم دائم وحوار بناءإنه ملن فضل اهلل علينا أن منحنا إمكانية التعامل مع اآلخرين فمن الواجب أن نعمل للتحقيق الهدف

املنشود من إنشاء هذه األندية وتبليغ رسالة فن التواصل ما بني األجيال على أسس دينيه سليمة خاليه من التعصب والال منطق مع احلفاظ على

قيمنا وتقاليدنا األصيلة وحيث إننا نحمل أمانة في

أعناقنا جميعا وهي أمانة التبليغ ألي عمل نتعلمه فلنشارك اآلخرين بأعمالنا واجنازاتنا ولنعمل جميعا

إلنشاء جيل مجهز بسالح العلم واملعرفة ، جيل يؤمن بلغة التفاهم واحلوار ،جيل يبحث ويشارك

في األعمال التطوعية الذي يشتكي ويفتقر إليها مجتمعنا. ولتكون تخطيطاتنا بعيدة لتحقيق األمل

املنشود إذا لم تتحقق في القريب العاجل بأذن اهلل

عبداللطيف احلارثي

محمد العيسىأرامكو


ينتمي نادي عكاظ الناطق باللغة العربية إلى منظمة التوستماسترز العاملية و مقرها في والية

كاليفورنيا بالواليات املتحدة. ترتكز مهمة املنظمة على جعل التواصل الفعال واقعا عامليا. فمن خالل أنديتها تساعد املنظمة اجلميع، رجاال ونساء، على

تعلم فنـون احلـديث واإلصغاء والتفكير. هذه املهارات املهمة التي تساعد الناس على تنمية الشعور

بتحقيـق الذات وتطور اإلمكانيات القيادية وتسهل التفاهم ما بينهم. كما تساهم بشكل عام على

االرتقاء باحلياة البشرية. إن الرسالة األساسية للمنظمة تتلخص في توسعة شبكة أنديتها حول العالم، وبالتالي توفير الفرصة ألكبر عدد ممكن من

الناس لالستفادة من برامجها التعليمية. تضم املنظمة حتى اآلن 11000 ناديأ في أكثر من 92 دولة

و ينتمي إليها أكثر من 240000 عضو. اجلدير بالذكر أن املنظمة تسمح للنوادي في أنحاء العالم بتقدمي

برامج التوستماسترز بلغات أخرى غير االجنليزية حيث بلغت عدد اللغات التي ترجمت بها مواد التوستماسترز إلى أكثر من خمسة لغات، من

ضمنها اللغة العربية.يحاول األعضاء، في نادي عكاظ توستماسترز بشتى الوسائل التحدث بلسان عربي مبني يساعدهم في

ذلك دور املستشار اللغوي الذي يرصد كل شاردة وواردة في خطب األعضاء أثناء االجتماع. كما يأتي

في كل اجتماع بكلمة عربية أصيلة يشرحها و يبني أجه استخدامها الصحيحة و يحث اجلميع

على استخدمها في خطاباتهم. كما يستند كل خطيب على أهداف و توجيهات مشروحة في دليل التوستماسترز األساسي أو املتقدم للتواصل. تلك

األدلة التي يركز كل مشروع فيها على مهارة من مهارات اخلطابة سواء كانت من القواعد أساسية أو

املتقدمة املتخصصة. كما يالحظ بعد كل اجتماع للنادي تطور مهارات استخدام اللغة العربية و فصاحة أعضاءه و تلقائيتهم في التحدث بها.

و في كل اجتماع ألعضاء النادي تشتعل روح املنافسة فيما بينهم على تقدمي أفضل اخلطب املعدة مسبقا

أو اخلطب االرجتالية. كما يتم تصويت األعضاء في كل

أربعني )40( مرحلة والتي تضم أكثر من تسعني دليال و مادة علمية. لقد مت بحمد اهلل إمتام ترجمة حقيبة العضو اجلديد و املكونة من خمسة أدلة أساسية و

التي يحتاجها األعضاء إلمتام املرحلة األولى في مسار التواصل و احلصول على درجة املتواصل املتمكن )تتكون مراحل مسار التواصل من املرحلة األولى

و املتمثلة بدرجة املتواصل املتمكن و ثالثة مراحل متمثلة بدرجة املتواصل املتقدم املستوى البرونزي، ثم

الفضي، ثم الذهبي(. كما متكن األدلة املترجمة في حقيبة العضو اجلديد األعضاء من إمتام املرحلة األولى في مسار القيادة و احلصول على درجة القائد املتمكن

)تتكون مراحل مسار القيادة من املرحلة األولى و املتمثلة بدرجة القائد املتمكن و مرحلتني متقدمتني

تتمثالن في درجة القائد املتقدم املستوى البرونزي و درجة القائد املتقدم املستوى الفضي(.

الهدف الثالث والذي نعمل على إمتام املرحلة األولى منه في خالل الشهرين القادمني وهو التسويق

لفكرة إحياء اللغة العربية. يتم التسويق عن طريق عدة قنوات أهمها إنشاء موقع عاملي يحمل اسم

www.arabictoas t (مشروع التوستماسترز العربي masters.org( والذي يربط جميع أندية التوستماسترز

العربية في العالم. يعمل املوقع بالدرجة األولى على تشجيع إحياء اللغة العربي، و تقدمي املساعدة ملن

أراد إنشاء نادي عربي. كما يعمل املوقع على تنسيق وتكثيف اجلهود لزيادة عدد األندية العربية في العالم و العمل على إقامة مسابقات اخلطابة على مستوى

األقاليم )الذي يضم 600 نادي( و التي من املتوقع إقامتها في غضون اخلمس عشرة سنة القادمة إن

شاء اهلل تعالى.هل تراني أحتدث عن سوق عكاظ الذي قد ال يهم

معظم الناس، أم تراني أحتدث عنك أنت و ما يهمك و يفيد كل فرد من أفراد أسرتك و يبعث فيها احلياة.

إني أحتدث عن إقامة جسور التواصل فيما بينكم. أم أني أحتدث عن إحياء لغة القرآن و معجزة البيان لغتنا

اخلالدة على مر الزمان. أني أحتدث عن نظام دقيق و برنامج عريق يبني الفرد و يصنع القادة و يرتقي

باجملتمع. و ما يلي ذلك من نتائج فهو سوق عكاظ توستماسترز العاملي.

عبدالعزيز الدليجان

سوق عكاظ توستماسرتزهل تعتقد انه من املمكن إعادة مجد اللغة العربية

في العالم و من ثم بث احلياة في سوق عكاظ املشهور الذي كان يقصده كل عربي خطيب مفوه و كل شاعر من شتى بقاع األرض لعرض أفضل ما

لديهم شعر أو نثر؟ يا ترى كيف سيتم ذلك و اللغة العربية كالرجل املريض يزداد ضعفه وهنا في كل

يوم؟هناك محاوالت معدودة من بعض اجلهات احمللية

إلحياء تلك السوق عبر إقامة الفعاليات األدبية و غيرها والتي ال يتعدى أثرها ابعد من العالم العربي و من اهتمام األدباء و الشعراء و اخملتصني في اللغة

العربية و غيرهم من املهتمني بالتراث الشعبي و العربي األصيل.

ماذا لو كان اعتالء منابر سوق عكاظ حلما يراود كل مغرم باللغة العربية من مختلف شعوب األرض،

حلما يراود كل لسان يلهج بالعربية و كل خطيب و شاعر من كل جنس و عرق و لون و من شتى أصقاع

هذا العالم الفسيح؟ماذا لو كان هذا احللم يراود كل ذكر و أنثى. و كل صغير و كبير. و كل طالب و طالبة، كل معلم و

معلمة، كل مهندس و مهندسة، كل طبيب و طبيبة، كل موظف و موظفة، كل شرطي و ضابط أو جندي، كل مزارع و كل عامل، كل مواطن و مقيم في هذا البلد الطيب بل و كل املهتمني في البالد العربية

خاصة و بلدان العالم عامة؟تخيل أن تقصد سوق عكاظ فتجده مكتظا و فيه

صفوة العرب و العجم قد توافدوا من كل بلدان العالم و قد اعتلوا منابر اخلطابة و كل قد أتي بلسان

عربي مبني بأفضل ما عنده من سحر البيان و أطايب الكالم و قد نثروه لؤلؤا على ديباج ذلك املنبر.

كيف السبيل إلى سوق عكاظ العاملي؟لقد وجدنا بصيص أمل جديد في ما يسمى “نادي عكاظ توستماسترز” و الذي يهتم بالدرجة األولى بتوفير البيئة االيجابية واحملفزة على التعلم حيث

تتوفر الفرصة لكل عضو لتطوير مهارات التواصل والقيادة مما يؤدي لرفع درجة الثقة بالنفس والنمو

الشخصي.

اجتماع على أفضل خطيب. يقوم النادي في كل سنة، بإقامة مسابقات للخطابة

يتنافس فيها أعضاءه على املراكز الثالثة األولى. و يتم تأهلهم للمرحلة التالية في مسابقات املنطقة،

والتي تشرف على 3 نوادي توستماسترز أو أكثر. ثم يتأهل الفائزين بعد ذلك إلى املرحلة التي تليها و هي

مسابقات القسم, والذي يشرف على 3 مناطق أو أكثر. و من ثم يتأهل الفائزين إلى مسابقات القطاع،

والذي يشرف بدوره على 3 أقسام أو أكثر. ثم يتأهل الفائزين بعد ذلك إلى مسابقات اإلقليم، والذي

يشرف على عدة قطاعات، و يترشح الفائزين بعد ذلك إلى منبر املسابقة العاملية و التي تقام في شهر أغسطس من كل عام في الواليات املتحدة، كما جرت

العادة أو في أي دولة تختارها املنظمة، حيث يترشح الصفوة من اخلطباء الفصحاء البلغاء و املؤثرين

تنافسون على لقب “بطل العالم في اخلطابة”. تقيم منظمة التوستماسترز العاملية املسابقة العاملية

آنفة الذكر باللغة االجنليزية فقط.إن رؤية املؤسسني لنادي عكاظ توستماسترز هي أن

يصلوا مبستوى مسابقات اخلطابة باللغة العربية إلى العاملية و ينشئوا لقب “بطل العالم في اخلطابة”

باللغة العربية. يتم ذلك بإنشاء نوادي و مناطق و أقسام و مقاطعات و أقاليم للنوادي العربية

في شتى بقاع العالم. عندئذ ال يبقى على إقامة مسابقات اخلطابة العاملية باللغة العربية إال خطوة

واحدة و هي إقرار املنظمة تلك املسابقة على أثر االنتشار الكبير و الوسع والعاملي للنوادي العربية.

و ألن عكاظ توستماسترز هو رائد تلك الرؤية و قائد تلك املسيرة فقط وضع عدة أهداف محددة توصله

إلى تلك الرؤية. إن أول تلك األهداف و أهمها هو زيادة عدد املستفيدين من برامج التوستماسترز التعليمية من األعضاء إلى

4500 عضو بحلول عام 2015 في اململكة العربية السعودية أو بعبارة أخرى إنشاء ما يربو على 180 نادي

توستماسترز باللغة العربية في شتى مدن اململكة العربية السعودية. ولقد وصل عدد األندية حتى هذا

الوقت )وفي اقل من سنتني( إلى خمسة أندية في ينبع, و الرياض، و الظهران، و الدمام، و سيهات. وعدد

إنشاء األندية اجلديدة في ازدياد مطرد.أما الهدف الثاني فهو ترجمة جميع مواد

التوستماسترز التعليمية إلى اللغة العربية وفق خطة عملية مدروسة أعدها نادي عكاظ. وقد

اكتملت املرحلة الرابعة من تلك اخلطة املكونة من


جنيب الزامل

غابت الوزارتان، غاب اإلعالم، وأشرقت املواهب

وإبهاره بالنفـس السريع، واإلدهاش بالتعبير اخلاطف، والقفلة املفاجـئة.

ل الفرد ليكون ماهرا في معظم أمور وهذه امليزات تؤهاحلياة: في العمل، وفي البيت، وفي ميادين التفاعل اإلنساني املفتوحة.. أي أنها من عناصر طبخة يريد

اجلميع التمتع بلذة استطعامها، وجبة اسمها: النجاح.

أليس هذا بالتمام واآلمال ما نريد ألبنائنا.. ولنا؟ أليس هذا ما تريد أن حتققه اجلهات الثقافية واإلعالمية

والتعليمية. كل هذا يتحقق أمام عينـي في ندوات “التوست ماستر” وبنجاح شاهق، وبتطور ميأل

املشهد ويسعد النظر فإذن أين وزارتانا الكرميتان اإلعالم والتعليم عن وصفة جاهزة ومطبقة للنجاح

التعلمي والتدريبي واملعرفي والتفاعلي والثقافي؟ أين يبحثون عن النجاح.. أفي األدغال، واجلياد تسبح سارحة في السهول؟ ويبقى سؤال ميأل الفم مرارة،

ويترع الروح حسرة: اجلماعة.. أهم جادين؟ أقول شيئا في قلبي ملسئولي الثقافة، مع أن صديقنا

وزير اإلعالم اجلديد، من كبار املثقفني، ورمبا لم يطلع على النشاط بعد، ولكنك حني تتكلم عن جهاز ال تقف عند أشخاص، ألن التطور سلسلة مستمرة يجب أال تتوقف كي ينزل شخص ويركب شخص

جديد، أليس كذلك؟.. أريد أن أقول إن الناس املهتمني

األمور أن تضحك الناس برقي، وأسهلها أحزانهم.. فكيف إذا كانت بلغة غير لغتك؟! وتألق القحطاني،

وكاد يخرج الناس من طورهم ضحكا، وقد فاتتني الدورة، وطلبت منه بصفتي اآلمرة حينها كضيف اللقاء الرئيس أن يعيدها من أجلي، وتردد بأن الناس

لن يضحكوا مرة ثانية ألنها معادة، وقلت له: “أنا سأضحك”. وأعادها، وضحكت ولم أستطع أن أوقف نفسي.. لوال أن اجلمهور كانت ضحكاته أكثر.. للمرة

املعادة! وخالد فخر الدين الهاجري، أيضا بلحيته املرسلة

أجاد فوق التصور، والشاب الساعاتي كان بارعا في خطابة عن الغضب، وأضحكنا وهو يخبرنا عن قصة غضب له، والشاب علي اخللف تهادى وبسط سيادته

اخلطابية واإلميائية على املسرح وهو يتحدث عن أثر االنطباع األول، وبإجنليزية فصيحة مفخمة تغار منها

ملكة بريطانيا. لكي تتدارك وزارتا اإلعالم والتعليم األمور، لهما أن

تسهما في تنشيط دورات للخطابة بدءا باللغة العربية التي نفتقر لها افتقارا شديدا في جيل

تالمذتنا اآلن - مع إعجاب بتجربة قامت بها إدارة تعليم املنطقة لشرقية، وآمل أن ال تزال مستمرة

- يجب أن يعلم أوالدنا وبناتنا أننا كنا يوما سادة اخلطابة والتعبير، وأن ذلك ال بد يعاد ويستعاد.

للمرة الثانية، غابت اجلهات املعنية. للمرة الثانية، غاب اإلعالم.. ولكن أشرقـت شموس سعودية ال

يطفئها غياب من ال رغبة لهم في اإلشراق!

أسجل غيابا للمرة الثانية على التوالي لإلعالم ومكاتب وزارة اإلعالم.. حلدث كان يجب، ليس فقط أن

حتضره فعاليات الوزارة، بل أن حتتضنه. في العام املاضي كتب مقال هنا بعنوان: “مؤمتر مضيء أقيم في الظالم”. وكنت أظن أن اجلهة

اإلعالمية ستنتبه لهذا األمر وتأخذه على محمل اجلد، مبا أنها معنية بالفعاليات املعرفية والثقافية،

مع غياب للجهات التعليمية. وأنا أعني بالفعاليات، والتي تسمى مؤمترات، باالصطالح الفني لنشاطات اخلطابة املرجتلة التي تسمى باإلجنليزية بـ “التوست

ماستر”. ملاذا نعتقد بأهمية هذه الفعاليات؟ حضور أي فعالية

من فعاليات اخلطبة املرجتلة سيكون مغـنيا عن الشرح، فهي مبهـرة مبا نعرفه من مقاييس اإلبهار املمزوج بالسعادة، وبطعم اإلجناز املهاري اإلنساني،

وكيف أن املهارات البشرية، ومنها اخلطابة، تنمو بشكل متصاعد في نطاق املنافسات املعلنة، فتكون

املنافسة كاملهماز الذي يغرزه الفارس برفق في خاصرة اجلواد لينطلق كالبرق على السهول..

في اخلطابة املرجتلة يحتاج املرجتل للبديهة الوامضة، واملعارف املتنوعة، وسرعة التصرف، وفن اإللقاء،

ومهارة اإلمياء، وحصافة الكلمات، وإبقاء املشاهد والسامع متحفز االستقبال كل وقت االرجتال،

سيمضون في تنمية أنفسهم، ولن يضيعوا الوقت ويهدروا الفرص ألن وزارتني لم يتهيأ لهما الوصول لهم. وال اإلعالم.. نعم، لم أر مندوب جريدة واحدة،

في مؤمتر لم يكن ميأل هواءه إال الذكاء والفطنة والبشريتـان.. في أقصاهما.

أما الدليل على إصرار اجلادين من أبنائنا على تطوير أنفسهم، ففي األعوام املاضية كنت أرى اخلطباء

ومعظمهم من الشبيبة الطالعة معجبني بقدراتهم التلقائية احلاضرة وبالغتهم بلغة اإلجنليز، وكانوا

كلهم من اجلاليات األجنبية )وللمفارقة، معظمهم تلقوا تعليمهم في املدارس الدولية عندنا وبيننا، وانظر لقدرات أبنائنا اخلطابية في مدارسنا!( ومع

فرط إعجابي بتلك املواهب الصاعدة، إال أن في داخلي كنت أحس بحسرة الغيور، ألن ال أحد من أبنائنا في

مسرح املنافسة.. في بلدي، في مدينتي، في ناد عاملي ـه األصليون. في كل بلد يبرز به أهل

وألن الناس واعون، هذه املرة أقيم مؤمتر التوست sowing seeds ماستر حتت شعار “زرع بذور الثمار

for success”، في مدينة اجلبيل – بضيافة “سابك”،

وتشكر على ذلك - وهمت في سماوات الفرح والفخر، فقد كان الشباب السعوديون هم أروع النجوم

وأسطعها بريقا.. ما أحلى أن ترى احللم يتحقق أمامك، وعرفت أن اهلل لم يرسل لنا في وجداننا غرائز

األحالم إال ألنها دليل للتطبيق.. بل إن الذي قطف مسابقة “اخلطابة الفاكهة Humorous speecH” هو

الشاب السعودي فيصل القحطاني، شاب ملتح يلمع ذكاء وخفة روح، ويجب أن تعرف أن أصعب

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