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Asian American Youth Leaders Fall Program 2025
Asian American Youth Leaders Fall Program 2025
Public Speaking!
Public Speaking!
Dates: Saturdays, September 6 - November 15, 2025
Times: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Participants: Middle School and High School Students (6th - 12th grade)
Cost: Free!
Students will receive a certificate from AAYL and TEDEd!
This public speaking program is designed for Asian American middle and high school students to build confidence, communication skills, and community awareness. Through a supportive and culturally affirming environment, students will learn the foundations of effective public speaking—such as voice control, body language, structure, and audience engagement—while also developing critical research skills.
Participants will choose a topic relevant to the Asian American community and learn how to research it thoroughly using credible sources. With guidance from instructors and mentors, students will transform their findings into powerful, well-organized presentations. The program will culminate in a final showcase where students present their speeches to peers, families, and community members.
By the end of the program, students will not only gain practical speaking and research skills but also a deeper understanding of their identity and the issues impacting Asian American communities today.
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Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
By the end of the program, students will be able to:
Demonstrate effective public speaking techniques, including vocal clarity, body language, eye contact, and audience engagement.
Organize and structure a compelling speech, using clear introductions, logical flow, and persuasive conclusions.
Conduct credible research on topics relevant to the Asian American community using primary and secondary sources.
Analyze and reflect on issues impacting Asian American communities, demonstrating cultural awareness and empathy in their presentations.
Develop confidence and self-expression, especially in speaking about personal experiences and community concerns.
Provide and receive constructive feedback, participating in peer reviews and collaborative speaking exercises.
Present a final speech that incorporates both public speaking skills and original research on a culturally relevant topic.
Instructors
Instructors
JC Fermin
Ph.D. English Language and Literature/Letters
Lucia (Lucy) Do
UCI Student - School of Education
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