The English-Speaking Union believes every child should be able to make their voice heard. We believe that the ability to progress and to thrive in life relies on oracy – speaking and listening – skills, which are not currently a prominent part of the school curriculum. Our debate, public speaking and cultural exchange programmes help young people to engage with the world, to speak more confidently and to listen to and understand different points of view. These skills improve young people’s attainment, emotional intelligence and social skills, helping them to live their lives to the fullest.
The mission of the English-Speaking Union Australia is to support the National Plain English Speaking Award in Australia. The annual winner of this national competition has the opportunity to represent Australia in the International Public Speaking Competition in London at Dartmouth House, home of the ESU of the Commonwealth.
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