Toastmasters India History

January 1 A Leading Light in India By Paul Sterman       One of this organization’s great success stories in recent years has been the dramatic growth of Toastmasters in India. Deepak Menon has played a key role in that story. When the new International President first joined Toastmasters, in 2002, only a handful of clubs existed in the country. Today there are nea…

Youngest DTM In India Akash DK

Why is Toastmasters the best Public speaking program in the world?

Toastmasters International is widely considered a leading public speaking program due to its  structured learning environment, supportive community, and comprehensive approach to communication and leadership development . Established in 1924, it has nearly a century of experience in helping individuals enhance their communication skills and self-confidence. The org…

Regional language toastmaster clubs in India

Indian language toastmaster clubs in India As of July 29, 2025, while Toastmasters International primarily operates in English, there are  several regional language Toastmasters clubs in India, with a notable focus on Hindi and Tamil, and potentially others as the District Translation Program expands . The exact total number of regional language clubs is not explic…

Impact of COVID on Toastmasters worldwide.

Toastmasters during COVID The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted Toastmasters International, a global organization dedicated to developing public speaking and leadership skills. The primary effect was a rapid and widespread shift from in-person meetings to online and hybrid formats, necessitating significant adaptation across all levels of the organization. I…

Toastmasters International History

Toastmasters International History. Toastmasters International, a non-profit educational organization, has a rich history spanning over a century, dedicated to helping individuals develop communication, public speaking, and leadership skills through a global network of clubs . Its journey began with the vision of Ralph C. Smedley, who sought to create a supportive en…