Do you like communication? Are you a people person that loves the interaction? Enjoy seeing your name in print and/or hearing your voice over the air waves?

If so, consider becoming a District Public Relations Officer to further develop your communication and people skills.

A District Public Relations Officer serves for a full Toastmasters Year (July 1 through June 30th) to promote district functions. This promotion includes:

• Uphold the bylaws and policies of Toastmasters International
• Work in support of the training and educational goals of the district
• Serve as a resource to district for public relations
• Submit to the District Governor a public relations program plan to promote:
• Membership building and retention
• Building new clubs
• Educational and leadership awards
• Leadership and training opportunities within the district
• District conferences and other events
• Use the district newsletter, web site and other publications to keep members informed of district functions
• Develop publicity through the use of the news media to make Toastmasters better known

You may be asking yourself, "What's in it for me?" While no two of us are exactly alike, here are some ways that being a District Public Relations Officer may benefit you.

• Stretch your leadership and communication skills
• Be part of a team that provides directions for a large organization
• Expand your network of enthusiastic, dedicated Toastmasters
• Receive recognition
• Earn credit toward Toastmasters Advanced Leader Silver award

To place your name on the list of candidates for District Public Relations Officer, contact a current district officer:

• Area Governor
• Division Governor
• Lieutenant Governor Marketing
• Lieutenant Governor Education and Training
• District Governor