Information for all students
TAKE UP THE CHALLENGE ….
BE INVOLVED IN ROSTRUM VOICE OF YOUTH IN 2024 – a special year when we celebrate 50 years of Rostrum Voice Of Youth
Rostrum Voice of Youth is a national speaking competition which provides an excellent opportunity for secondary school students to gain experience and confidence in expressing their views and communicating a message.
States run their own heats and finals. The 2024 National Final will be held in Hobart on July 27th. Visit your state page for entry details and dates.
Junior Division (aged 11 years or over as at 1/1/24 and in years 7, 8 or 9)
A prepared speech: 6 minutes, plus a 3 minute short notice speech.
Senior Division (under 18 as at 1/1/24 and in years 10,11 or 12)
A prepared speech: 8 minutes, plus a 3 minute short notice speech.
The three minute short notice speech (with 15 minutes preparation) is included at State and National levels for both Junior & Senior competitions, and at earlier levels in some states – visit your state page for entry details and dates.
Speech Topics
| JUNIOR | SENIOR |
|---|---|
| Building Bridges | How much is Enough? |
| Positive Vibes | Making Your Mark |
| Age is No Barrier | Challenging the Boundaries |
| Uncover the Secrets | What Next? |
| The End of an Era | Words have Power |
Resources
The following resources are provided for all competitors.
Voice of Youth Honour Roll
Finalists are entered in the Honour Roll.
Apply to join the Rostrum Voice of Youth facebook group – the group name is RVOY Past and Present – and follow Rostrum Voice of Youth on Facebook.
Organisation
Your State Coordinator can assist you with any enquiries related to your state competition.
Contact the National Coordinator for sponsorship enquiries or regarding national information about the program and competition. Contact your own state contact for your state competition information.
Rostrum members are all volunteers and not only organise the competition but are active in the roles of adjudication and chairmanship. Because of the size of the competition, Rostrum also receives assistance from other community organisations.
COVID
Rostrum’s ability to complete all levels of the competition will depend on Health Advice and Government Regulations.
Sponsors
