Stay informed and revisit important updates from District 57 through our News Archive. Here, you’ll find past announcements, event highlights, and news articles that keep you connected to the latest happenings in Toastmasters. Whether you’re looking for historical insights, event recaps, or updates on district initiatives, this page offers easy access to all the information you need. Dive in and explore our collection of news stories from across the district!
D57 Divison A – New Club: Once Upon a Speech(OUAS) Yashali Abeyasekera
I’ve always been captivated by the worlds created by writers, and the words used to build them. As a form of appreciation for such works, to cultivate a passion in…
D57 Divison A – VPPR LoreMasters Uthpala Gamage
When I was first told about the opportunity to charter a brand-new Toastmasters Club, my anticipation for the reward was overshadowed by the daunting task ahead. As the Vice President…
Upcoming Speech Contests Area & Division Info (March 2026)
The final Area Speech Contest is March 14. Contest time and location can be found here. Five Division Contests are happening in March. Contest time and location can be found…
D57 Divison A – Area Director Nethaka Theverapperuma
From Fandoms to Leadership: My Journey as One of the World’s Youngest Area Directors. When I became Area Director for Area A40 (Division A, District 57) at just 21 years…
DECM Canceled (March 14)
The Trio and several of the Area Directors are assisting the International Speech and Table Topics that day. Feel free to join us at the contests and say hello!
D57 Divison A – Area Director Somy Ray
Stepping into the role of Area Director in **Toastmasters International District 57 felt like standing at the entrance of a dark tunnel. I carried fear and self-doubt. Was I ready?…
D57 Divison A – Area Director Kishore Subramaniam
When I reluctantly took over the role of Area Director, I had no idea what I was signing up for. My initial understanding was that it would require just 2…
District 206: Honoring Where We’ve Been, Stepping Into What’s Next
There are seasons in our Toastmasters journey when things feel steady and familiar… and seasons when something new begins to take shape. This is one of those moments. Beginning July…
D57 Divison C – D57’s most Northern Division
How can a big club have problems? Can there be successful small clubs in a rural area?
Exciting Emotional moment on Radio Zindagi – feat. Santosh Kumar
Exciting and emotional moment today. *I had the opportunity to come live on the radio on Radio Zindagi 1550 AM 📻.* They interviewed me about Toastmasters International and the importance…
D57 – On Air!
March is bringing major energy to D57 We are ON THE AIR! We’re thrilled about our exciting partnership with Radio Zindagi 1550 AM, reaching thousands of listeners across the Bay…
Contest Corner
WHAT CONTEST ROLES CAN I FILL AT AN AREA CONTEST? A surprising number of Toastmasters are required to put on a speech contest. We are holding both Table Topics and International…
We Want YOU on Toastmaster Time TV
Are you itching for an opportunity to speak in a new environment? Would you like to see how a TV show is created? Does the thought of having one of…
HAVE YOU BEEN OUTSTANDING?
It’s been several months since we rolled out the two Outstanding Achievement award programs for this year; how did the year go by so quickly? Well, it’s time to start…
Talk Up Toastmasters is Still Running
Program Dates: February 1st – March 31st Toastmasters love to connect, so take advantage of it. The Talk Up Toastmasters membership program is the chance to encourage your members to…