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It takes a lot of volunteers to keep an International organization like Toastmasters running smoothly.
Members - Our members are the most important aspect of the
district. It's people like you that help our clubs become successful
and assist other members to grow and achieve! Our members are best
served when we help them become effective evaluators and strong mentors
for other new members.
Clubs - Clubs are supported by seven Club Officers; President,
VP Education, VP Membership, VP Public Relations, Secretary, Treasurer
and Sgt. At Arms. Club officers should be visible to their club
members and be ready to assist members navigating the communication and
leadership development programs.
Areas - Areas are comprised of about 4-7 clubs with each Area
being led by an Area Governor appointed by the District Governor. Area
Governors work with the club Presidents and Vice-Presidents of
Education to ensure the club is supporting their members in the best
way possible and fulfilling their Club Mission. Area Governors provide
training and assistance to help clubs achieve their Distinguished Club
Program goals. As such, it is strongly recommended that members serve
as a Club President or VP Education before being appointed to an Area
Governor position.
Divisions – There are six divisions within District 3 each being
comprised of 4-6 Areas. Each Division is led by a Division Governor
elected annually to support the Area Governors and help the District
build new clubs. Division Governors meet regularly with their Area
Governors and help coordinate with other District resources to ensure
Area Governors have the resources they need to support their clubs.
Division Governors also work closely with the District Club Extension
team to conduct orientation and new club organizing efforts.
District Leaders –
There are three primary District leadership roles elected annually;
District Governor, Lt. Governor Education & Training, and Lt.
Governor Marketing. The “trio” as we refer to them leads
administrative, education, and marketing/membership committees in
support of the areas and our member clubs. District leaders are
measured by four critical success factors as defined by Toastmasters
International: net member growth, net club growth, educational
achievements and leadership achievements.
World Headquarters and beyond - The world headquarters has a small staff of people to handle all of the administrative duties required plus a board of directors which includes five officers and 18 board of directors plus the International President and five other elected officials to set the vision of the organization.
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