Leadership Workshop - February 2016
Scholars assembled for the first Leadership Workshop of the year. The theme was Public Speaking.
Starting with tips on how to speak with impact and clarity, the Scholars gradually built their confidence and skills throughout the day. They learned how to give impromptu speeches, how to structure a speech, and most importantly, how to give encouraging feedback.
This was followed by by a session on Persuasive Argument. Scholars were divided into groups and had to debate key issues - as proposers and opposers. This produced some lively interactions, with Scholars having to decide whether to present their prepared arguments, or rebut what they had just heard from the other side.
Senior Scholars Debate
Pre-Scholars Debate
Final Speeches:
Finally, each Scholar prepared a two minute speech which was delivered to the whole group. Video links to all speeches are below.
Linda (Beacon Rep) Introduction
Amy Migunda | Speech | Feedback |
Awuor Onguru | Speech | Feedback |
Betty Kunyada | Speech | Feedback |
Gloria Tergat | Speech | Feedback |
Grace Muema | Speech | Feedback |
Jeremie Basset | Speech | Feedback |
Joy Lelei | Speech | Feedback |
Lawrence Mutua | Speech | Feedback |
Malaika Njema | Speech | Feedback |
Matilda Ndinda | Speech | Feedback |
Maria Beebe | Speech | Feedback |
Rosa Kimweli | Speech | Feedback |
Lem Mbaga | Absent |
Key Skills Developed in this Workshop
Power of the pause
Body language
Eye contact
Giving feedback
Active listening
Speech building
Impromptu speaking
Power of rehearsal
Powerful use of the voice (tonal modality)