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World Youth and Teenage School Speech Contest

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The online competition of the World Youth and Teenage School Speech Contest consists of three main sections: basic speech skills, including speech structure, pronunciation, intonation, and body language; speech content and cultural understanding, covering the selection of themes, logical reasoning, cultural connotations, and the expression of values; and practical application of speech, including impromptu speaking, argumentation, interaction with the audience, and the adaptation of speech skills to real-life scenarios. The competition format includes various types of speeches, and the level of difficulty is set according to age and experience, with the children's group emphasizing the fundamentals of speech and the youth group placing more emphasis on the depth of content, the ability to analyze problems, and the power of persuasion.

Registration Fee: Free

Competition Categories:

  • Kindergarten Group

  • Lower Primary Group

  • Higher Primary Group

  • Junior Secondary Group

  • Senior Secondary Group

  • Publice Group

Important dates:

  • Application Deadline: August 18, 2025

  • Result Announcement Date: August 29, 2025

Individual Enrollment Form

via email or WhatsApp.
WhatsApp：+852 5437 3164
Email:Info@wytcda.com

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Award Categories

​Individual Awards:

  • Special Gold Award (Top 12% of participants in the group)

  • Gold Award (Top 12%-25% of participants in the group)

  • Silver Award (Top 26%-45% of participants in the group)

  • Bronze Award (Top 46%-60% of participants in the group)

  • Excellence Award (Top 61%-100% of participants in the group)

 

Group Awards:

  • Outstanding Group Award

  • Outstanding Mentor Award

Award winners can request customized awards featuring the participant's name in Chinese or English.

 

Award Options:

  • Electronic Certificate: HKD 200

  • Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate: HKD 290

  • Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate + Medal: HKD 325

  • Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate + Medal + Trophy: HKD 365

The deadline for award applications is two weeks after the announcement of the results.

All awards will be mailed within eight weeks after the application deadline.

Awards and certificates will be sent via SF Express, cash on delivery.

Once the awards are signed for, no replacements will be issued in case of damage or loss.

The organizers are not responsible for failed deliveries due to incorrect information or communication difficulties.

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Competition Guidelines:

1. Competition Categories

Participants may self-select their competition tier based on age and speech proficiency:

  • Children’s Group (8–12 years)

  • Youth Group (13–18 years)
     

2. Registration & Timing

  • Deadline: Complete registration and submit speech videos before the stated deadline (e.g., "11:59 PM UTC, December 31, 2025").

  • Confirmation: A registration confirmation email will be sent within 24 hours.

  • Submission Portal: Access the competition portal anytime before the deadline to upload entries.
     

3. Competition Format

  • Platform: Online video submission (MP4/MOV format, max 100MB).

  • Speech Types:

    • Prepared Speech: 3–5 minutes (Children’s Group), 5–8 minutes (Youth Group).

    • Impromptu Speech: Assigned topics announced during the competition (Youth Group only).

  • Device: Recommended to use a stable camera (smartphone or DSLR) with clear audio.

  • Integrity Rules:

    • Strictly adhere to originality; no plagiarized content or pre-recorded performances.

    • No external assistance during impromptu rounds.
       

4. Competition Rules

  • Duration:

    • Prepared speeches: Fixed time limits (overtime may deduct points).

    • Impromptu speeches: 2 minutes for preparation, 3 minutes for delivery (Youth Group).

  • Attempts: One submission per participant (one prepared speech + impromptu round for Youth Group).

  • Strategy: For impromptu rounds, prioritize clarity and logical structure.

  • Tools: Notes are permitted for prepared speeches; no electronic devices during impromptu rounds.
     

5. Content & Expectations

  • Judging Criteria:

    1. Basic Skills (40%): Pronunciation, intonation, body language, and speech structure.

    2. Content & Cultural Understanding (40%): Thematic relevance, logical reasoning, cultural insight, and value expression.

    3. Practical Application (20%): Impromptu response ability, audience interaction, and real-world scenario adaptation.

  • Themes: May include "Cultural Heritage," "Technology and Youth," "Environmental Responsibility," etc.
     

6. Results & Rankings

  • School Rankings: Calculated based on average scores of registered school participants (optional school affiliation).

  • Confidentiality: Scores and feedback will not be disclosed immediately to ensure fairness.

  • Announcements:

    • Final results emailed/WhatsApp messaged to participants within 2 weeks.

    • Rankings published on the official website and social media, including winning speeches and honorable mentions.

 

This structure aligns with the contest’s goal to foster public speaking skills, cultural awareness, and critical thinking among youth globally.

Entry Requirements for the World Youth and Teenage School Speech Contest
 

1. Speech Basics

Focus on foundational oratory skills and structural clarity:

  • Delivery Skills: Pronunciation accuracy, vocal projection, intonation variation, and stage posture.

  • Speech Structure: Understanding of introduction-body-conclusion frameworks, thesis development, and logical flow.

  • Language Literacy: Vocabulary precision, grammatical correctness, and adherence to formal speech conventions.
     

2. Thematic Depth & Cultural Context

Explores narrative interpretation and socio-cultural relevance:

  • Theme Analysis: Selection of topics aligned with global issues (e.g., climate action, cultural diversity) or literary themes (e.g., resilience, innovation).

  • Cultural Interpretation: Integration of historical references, literary quotes, or regional perspectives (e.g., citing local proverbs, addressing cultural traditions).

  • Modern Relevance: Connection of classical rhetoric (e.g., Aristotle’s ethos/pathos/logos) to contemporary challenges (e.g., social media’s impact on communication).
     

3. Practical Performance Application

Emphasizes live execution and adaptive creativity:

  • Video Submission:

    • Live-recorded speeches (no script teleprompters or pre-edited footage), filmed to show full-body posture and facial expressions.

    • Attire: Formal or culturally appropriate clothing; minimum 720p HD quality with clear audio.

  • Speech Selection:

    • Children’s Group (8–12 yrs): Prepared speeches on age-appropriate themes (3–5 minutes; e.g., "My Favorite Book," "Importance of Kindness").

    • Adolescent Group (13–18 yrs): Themed speeches (5–8 minutes) with research-backed arguments (e.g., "Should Social Media Be Regulated?," "The Role of Art in Conflict Resolution").

  • Impromptu Tasks: Adolescent Group must deliver a 2-minute impromptu speech on a randomly assigned topic (e.g., "The Power of Silence," "Technology and HumanConnection").
     

4. Judging Criteria & Format

  • Evaluation Areas:

    1. Technical Proficiency (40%): Clarity of speech, timing, and use of rhetorical devices (e.g., metaphor, 排比 /p 排比).

    2. Thematic Depth (40%): Originality of ideas, cultural context integration, and logical persuasiveness.

    3. Stage Presence (20%): Confidence, audience engagement (e.g., eye contact, gestures), and emotional resonance.

  • Submission Rules:

    • One entry per participant (prepared speech + impromptu round for Adolescent Group).

    • Blind judging: Judges receive anonymized videos with no participant identifiers.
       

5. Difficulty & Age Groups

  • Children’s Group: Focus on foundational skills (e.g., memorization, basic storytelling, clear enunciation).

  • Adolescent Group: Advanced requirements including cross-cultural analysis (e.g., comparing rhetorical traditions in East-West cultures), counterargument rebuttal, and creative use of multimedia (e.g., brief visual aids in speeches).
     

6. Submission & Results

  • Deadline: Upload prepared speech videos via the portal by [e.g., "March 31, 2026"].

  • Impromptu Rounds: Adolescent Group participants will receive impromptu topics via the portal on a specified date/time.

  • Results:

    • Scores and feedback sent via email within 2 weeks.

    • Final rankings published on the official website and social media, featuring top speeches in categories like "Best Cultural Narrative," "Most Persuasive Argument," and "Rising Star."

  • Prizes: Certificates, coaching sessions with professional orators, and opportunities to speak at international youth forums.

 

This structure balances oratory craftsmanship with socio-cultural awareness, empowering young speakers to communicate ideas effectively across global contexts

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