Program Quality Director Resource Page - Toastmasters District 86

Program Quality Director

Bill Kirby, DTM

programqualitydirector@toastmasters86.org

Every Toastmaster remembers the moment they found the courage to stand and speak. That moment didn’t happen by chance—it happened because a club created a welcoming place where growth was possible, where someone believed in them before they believed in themselves.

As we begin a new Toastmasters year, we honour those who built that foundation before us, and we embrace our responsibility to strengthen it for those who have yet to walk through our doors.

Our work is guided by the Toastmasters core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence. These are more than principles, they are the culture we create in every club meeting, every mentoring conversation, every training event, and every leadership opportunity. Respect allows every voice to be heard. Integrity builds trust.
Service inspires us to lift others as we grow ourselves. Excellence challenges us to continually improve, not for recognition, but to deliver an exceptional experience for every member.

Program Quality is not defined by educational awards or training statistics alone. It is measured by the confidence we help build, the leaders we help develop, and the supportive teams we create throughout our District. Together, our District leaders, Division and Area Directors, club officers, mentors, coaches, and experienced members form a network of encouragement dedicated to helping every club succeed.

Every decision we make should answer one question: How does this improve the experience of our members? When we equip clubs with meaningful resources, responsive support, and opportunities to learn and lead, we strengthen not only our clubs, but the communities they serve.

Across District 86, someone is waiting to discover the confidence to speak, the courage to lead, or the encouragement to believe in themselves. Let us ensure they find a club that is ready to welcome them with purpose, compassion, and excellence.

Thank you for investing in yourself and others.

Together, let us honour our past by building an even stronger future, one where every club is vibrant, every member is supported, and every voice can change a life.

PQD Team Members

General Information

Excellent in Club Meetings

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Meeting Roles: Descriptions for fulfilling roles during a club meeting.
Successful Club Series: Resources for building and maintaining a successful club.

Pathways

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Selecting your Path.
Onboarding in Pathways.
New LMS System
Submission of Level completion:
- Approve level in Base Camp.
- Submit Education Awards in Club Central.
Accessing the Pathways Mentor Program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZZUPKrSvyU
Pathways Updates and Maintenance Schedule: Toastmasters International -Pathways Updates

DTM Resources

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Distinguished Toastmaster(DTM) Award Requirements: Toastmasters International -Distinguished Toastmaster
Educational Program FAQ

Conference Information

Our Conference is expected to be around April and the date is to be confirmed. Attending a Toastmasters District Conference is beneficial for both members and leaders, offering numerous benefits that can enhance your Toastmasters journey. Some of these are:

Networking: Connect with Toastmasters members from different clubs and club officers from other areas and districts, forming valuable connections and friendships.
Educational Sessions: Participate in workshops and seminars on public speaking, leadership, and personal growth.
Inspiration: Listen to keynote speeches from distinguished speakers who share their success stories and insights.
Recognition: Celebrate the achievements of clubs and members, motivating you to strive for excellence.
Speech Contests: Watch top speakers compete, providing learning opportunities through observation and evaluation.
Leadership Development: Gain insights into effective leadership practices from experienced district leaders.
Fun and Fellowship: Enjoy social events and entertainment, bonding with fellow Toastmasters.

Mentoring Information

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Toastmasters International -Distinguished Toastmaster – DTM Award Requirements

Educational Program FAQ

Easy Speak

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Easy-Speak is a meeting management software program written by a Toastmaster for Toastmasters designed to minimize human effort in the administration of the club and maximize the data available to run the club effectively.

FreeToastHost is a webhost which comes with easy-to-use web-based software ideal for any Toastmasters club. FreeToastHost websites use the domain names ToastmastersClubs.org and ToastmastersDistricts.org for the club and district websites, respectively.

Contact District 86 Easy Speak Chair and/or FreeToastHost Chair– if you are interested in learning more about these products and how it can help your club. Both these are free of cost to clubs.

Contact District 86 Easy Speak Chair – if you are interested in learning more about the product. The Easy Speak Chair is very knowledgeable about the software and how it can help your club and make the entire meeting management process for VPE’s easier and more productive.

PQD Incentives

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There are tons of incentives for you and your club to earn this Toastmaster year 2024 – 2025. Don’t wait, see Program Quality Incentives and CGD_Incentives

Inclusivity, Diversity, Equality, and Accessibility (IDEA) Resources