Ash Banaszek Advances to Toastmasters International Speech Contest Semifinals

After presenting a video recording of her speech entitled “I Raise My Hand” for the Toastmasters (https://www.toastmasters.org/) Region 4 Quarterfinals contest, Ash Banaszek of District 24 was selected as one of two winners in region four and will advance to the International Speech Contest Semifinals. Ash is one of 28 Toastmasters from worldwide competing in the semifinals, which will take place during the 2020 Toastmasters International Virtual Convention, August 24–29. Ash’s semifinal will take place on Tuesday, August 25, at 1 p.m. CST. A video recording of her presentation will be shown virtually and judged against other international speeches in one of four semifinals, where a group of judges will choose two winners from each semifinal to advance to the World Championship of Public Speaking.

Toastmasters International is a worldwide nonprofit educational organization that empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. Lincoln, Omaha, and surrounding areas are served by Toastmasters District 24, grouping 70 Toastmasters clubs and 1,100 members. Learn more by visiting www.d24tm.org or the Facebook page (@D24TM). Full Region Quarterfinals results and additional details about the 2020 Virtual Convention can be found on the Toastmasters International website at www.toastmasters.org/events/2020-international-convention.