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    Youth Speech Congress 2022: Know the power of your voice in amplifying leadership and communication despite the pandemic

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    This coming May 6 to 7, 2022, The UP Speech Communication Association (UP SPECA) brings back one of its flagship events, Youth Speech Congress (YSC) — a two-day forum and competition series for all high school students all over the country.  YSC aims to inspire the youth to see the relevance of communication in different social issues, specifically on what the event aims to highlight. Participating high school students will have the chance to win awards and generous prizes.

    Since its establishment in 2017, Youth Speech Congress has become a forefront manifestation of the organization’s commitment to promoting the significance and power of Speech Communication. In its 3rd installment, with the theme Leadership and Communication Amidst a Pandemic, Youth Speech Congress 2022 goes online to continue providing high school students with an avenue to invest their minds in the importance of communication manifested through its subevents:

    YSC Symposia

    Get a chance to listen to what our esteemed speakers have to say about Vaccines, COVID-19 and Education, and Leadership, as the Youth Speech Congress hosts talks that aim to inform and raise social awareness regarding these very important and timely topics.

    Impromptu Speaking

    Test your wit and quick thinking by joining YSC’s Impromptu Speaking Competition! Do you enjoy doing Q&A similar to beauty pageants? Then this competition is perfect for you! The topics or issues that will be included in the Impromptu Speaking Competition are based on the symposia.

    International Speech Competition

    This is inspired by Toastmasters International. Speakers will deliver a 5-7 minute speech on a subject given prior to the event. It is a memorized speech that will test the speaker’s oral interpretation of the literary piece, as well as their ability to move and captivate the audience’s attention.

    Idea Pitch

    This competition aims to spark the creativity and ingenuity of the participants, as they think of sustainable and effective programs that will further their advocacy and will reach a wider audience with the aim of raising awareness.

    As of writing, the registration is still ongoing, and will last until April 18, 2022! Interested participants may access the Invitation Package, which contains the entry forms and general guidelines, through the link: https://bit.ly/YSC2022InvitationPackage

    With its humble beginnings in 2017, with just 10 participating schools, Youth Speech Congress has grown through the years and has now become a staple and at the forefront of promoting the importance of communication in our everyday lives.

    This event is co-presented by the Philippines Communication Society, Motivo Philippines, Cloud 9, Maxx Vitamin C, Vitasoy, and Well+Good PH, in cooperation with The Asia Foundation. It is also brought to you by PMC Business Systems, Inc. Media partners include Now You Know PH, Inquirer.net, The Manila Times, Gadgets Magazine, Monster RX 93.1, and AlterMidya. The official logistics partner is Aispeed.

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