Oasis TMC - Outlook Volume 06 Issue 01 by D82 Public Relations

VOLUME 06 • ISSUE 01

TERM I | NOVEMBER 2023

About Us What is Toastmasters & what is Oasis Toastmasters.

The Editor's Message Message from the editor and introducing the editorial team.

President's Message 05 05 Sustainment behind oasis and a summery of past presidents

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Club Achievements and Contest Summary

Visitors’ Lounge & Want to Become Champion?

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Upcoming Events & Spicy Time with Oasis All the coming up events and the resent events that we had.

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Area Director & Division Director’s Message VP Education’s Message This is message from VP Education about Oasis Toastmasters Club.

Wanna Join Oasis? Article by VP Membership

Executive Committee Description Introducing the new exco

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10 Are Leaders Are Born or 10-11

Made..

Article

18 Travelling Toastmasters 18-19 Article

Excellence through

19 20-21 Ovation 2023 Article

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Transform’23

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A Glittering Odyssey

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Game

Article

Testimonial form leader about our Installation

Time to have fun..!!

11 New Member Ideas 12-13 Messages from our new members.

Member Achievements & Beyond Boundaries All achievements that members have achieved in Educational pathway and in Leadership enrollments. & Beyond Boundaries.

OASIS OASISOUTLOOK OUTLOOK

WHAT IS TOASTMASTERS? Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds to become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders.

TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL MISSION We empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.

CLUB MISSION We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater selfconfidence and personal growth.

TOASTMASTER INTERNATIONAL CORE VALUES SERVICE EXCELLENCE

WHERE LEADERS ARE MADE

INTEGRITY RESPECT

OASIS TOASTMASTERS FIND US ON CLUB NUMBER

01481554

OASIS Toastmasters club (TMC) is one of the oldest Toastmasters club in Sri Lanka which was founded in year 2010 by late Mr. Chandra Liyanaarchchi. Initially it was established in Mirigama area and later it has been moved to Nittambuwa area in Gampaha district, Sri Lanka. Currently there are 31 active members with OASIS TMC. AREA DIVISION DISTRICT REGION

2 K 82 13

Sithiji Amarasena = +94765441559 (President)

https://www.oasistoastmastersclub.org/

REGULAR MEETING TIME On every 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month at 9.00 am-11.00 am.

MEETING LOCATION Bandaranaike Public Library, Nittambuwa.

(https://g.co/kgs/GTy5Q5) OASIS OUTLOOK

t is a great pleasure and privilege to become the chief editor of the Volume 6, Issue 01. of The "Oasis Outlook" Newsletter.

The main objective of publishing a newsletter is to illustrate the Toastmasters culture, club activities and provide different experiences to its' members.

Then now you will witness that this is a truly a platform where "LEADERS ARE MADE" To get the output of this product, there were many hidden shadows behind me. I must take this opportunity to mention the editorial team and convey my gratefulness for their immense support and commitment.

As being a toastmaster for the past few years I believe that this platform have transformed me over a the time, to be who am I today.

After the well executed plan, here I'm presenting this wonderful creation. Dear Readers, this is my open invitation to turn the pages and explore the mind blowing Oasis creation: Oasis Outlook Volume 6, Issue 01. Over to you!

Therefore I believe that this is the best place to everyone who wish to break your barriers and the be the person who you really wants to become. When you start turning the pages of this newsletter you will realize who much impact that toastmaster have brought each and every individual's life.

TMTHARUSHISIRIKUMARA Editor-"OasisOutlook"Volume6,Issue01 VicePresidentPublicRelations2023/2024. OasisToastmastersClub,Nittambuwa.

So are your ready to be the person in your dreams by turning the pages of this newsletter.

EDITORIAL TEAM TOASTMASTER

TOASTMASTER

SITHIJI AMARASENA

DINARA MUTHUGALA

YUMNA AFZAL

SARAH SHIAM

CHETHIYA THENUWARA

CHAMATH LIYANAARACHCHI

SHAMEEM NAFFEEL

TOASTMASTER

THAVEESHA PRAKASH KURUPPUARACHCHI T H E N N A K O O N

SAKUNI JAYATHILAKE

THULSEE KARUNARATHNA

TOLANI RIDMINI

RANUDI

NAMARATHNA

ZINTHAN SALAHUDEEN

MELUSHA GAMLATH

TOASTMASTER

OASIS OUTLOOK

My journey with Toastmasters began in 2019, and from that day to today, it has been a truly wonderful and amazing experience. I joined during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, and all our meetings were held online. Despite these challenges, we continued with our online meetings, and I can’t express how valuable those experiences have been. In 2021, during TM Gihan Jayaweera’s year, I was selected as the Vice President of Membership for Oasis Toastmasters Club. This marked a turning point in my Toastmasters journey and my life as a whole. While I had held leadership roles university, Toastmasters was a unique and transformative experience. In that year, except for the President, all other executive members were relatively new to Toastmasters. Yet, together with our dedicated members, we worked tirelessly to make Oasis a significant club in District 82. You all may recall the year when we proudly won the Beyond the Boundaries award at Ovation, even the Golden club award. It was a testament to the dedication and passion of our members. The following year, I was honored to be selected as the Vice President of Education. Alongside Sankhanie and our entire team, we continued the legacy of Oasis Toastmasters Club, taking it to new heights. Together, we forged a path of growth and excellence, demonstrating the true spirit of Toastmasters The following year, I was honored to be selected as the Vice President of Education. Alongside Sankhanie and our entire team, we continued the legacy of Oasis Toastmasters Club, taking it to new heights. Together, we forged a path of growth and excellence, demonstrating the true spirit of Toastmasters.

PRESIDENTS WHO LED THE CLUB CHARTER PRESIDENT TM CHANDRA LIYANAARACHCHI 2010/11

2011/12 - TM MEENAKSHI RANASINGHE 2012/13 - TM SARATH LIYANARACHCHI 2013/14 - TM NIPUNA WEERAKKODY 2014/15 - TM UPENDRA WELGAMA 2015/16 - TM PULITHA SIYABALAGODA 2016/17 - TM MANJULA DIAS 2017/18 - TM WIMAL RAJAPAKSHA 2018/19 - TM CHIRANTHA SIRIKUMARA 2019/20 - TM CHAMIL MADUSANKA 2020/21 - TM NEETHA PERERA 2021/22 - TM GIHAN JAYAWEERA 2022/23 - TM SANKHANIE SURAWEERA 2023/24 - TH SITHJI AMARASENA

The following year, I was honored to be selected as the Vice President of Education. Alongside Sankhanie and our entire team, we continued the legacy of Oasis Toastmasters Club, taking it to new heights. Together, we forged a path of growth and excellence, demonstrating the true spirit of Toastmasters. And now, I stand before you as your Club President for 2023/24, and I am thrilled about the journey ahead. Toastmasters Club President is a role of great responsibility, especially in Oasis Toastmasters Club. So, when I say that being Club President here is not a simple responsibility, I mean it. This club that stands here today is the result of countless sacrifices. My responsibility is to protect it and carry it forward. I understand that this year will pose its own set of challenges for all of us. But I also know that with your support, we can overcome anything. My dear Oasis members, let us do our best!!! TM SITHIJI AMARASENA President , 2023/2024 Oasis Toastmasters Club

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s the Area Director of Division K, Area 2, I wanted to take a moment to

acknowledge the incredible achievements of your club. Your dedication and hard work have not gone unnoticed, and I am honored to be a part of your continued success.

As a result, they were able to achieve 6 DCP points and are working on achieving the rest of the points. Recently I completed my first Area Director's visit to Oasis Toastmasters Cub witnessing an awesome meeting. I hope that there will be more and more Toastmasters who are capable of playing a paramount role in the district. Not only the above but also they had Theme Meetings which added a variety to the regular meeting schedule and which made members more engaging. I would like to wish all the very best to the Oasis Toastmasters Club for their future endeavors. TM SANKHANIE SURAWEERA AREA DIRECTOR Area 2 , Division K District 82

Oasis, a standout club in our division, thrives on teamwork rather than individualism, a key factor in its success. The club not only excels internally but also actively supports the division and extends help to other clubs. This cooperative spirit sets Oasis apart, making it a model of sportsmanship and success. These are few observations that I had by myself with regarding your club. I can see that Oasis toastmasters going have very bright future. All the very best for your future activities. TM METHSIRI HERATH DIVISION DIRECTOR Division K District 82

OASIS OUTLOOK

fter laying the foundation for Oasis Brand during my tenure as VPPR two years ago,

stakeholder feedback underscored the challenge of swiftly enhancing our quality to match the standards of other top clubs in Toastmasters International. Thus, when I assumed the role of Vice President Education (VPE) just four months ago, I initiated a thorough research endeavor to ascertain our members' current standing and understand their shortterm and long-term expectations from Toastmasters.

Following insightful discussions with the Club Executive Committee (Exco), we collaboratively established VPE objectives aligned with Distinguished Club Program (DCP) goals. Currently, our achievements stand at an impressive three out of six DCP goals related to education, including nine level completions, four Ice Breakers, and a 100% pathway enrollment rate.

A significant milestone for Oasis occurred as, for the first time in history, four members advanced to the Division's speech contest, accompanied by another member progressing to a different division level. This accomplishment reflects not only individual growth but also the collective strength of our club. To further enhance the sense of community and shared knowledge, the Oasis Education team and Exco initiated an impactful endeavor – special online club meetings held bi-monthly. These sessions serve a dual purpose: reconnecting past and present members and creating an environment for the exchange of knowledge and experiences. Past members share insights, offering inspiration and guidance to the current generation, fostering a familial atmosphere within Oasis Brand.

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The "Lead to the Glory" outbound leadership training session, orchestrated by the VP Educational team for Excos and potential young leaders, emphasized the pivotal role of grooming future leaders.

Conducted by an experienced corporate trainer, the session delved into various leadership facets, including effective communication, decision-making, and team building. This initiative aligns with Toastmasters International's ethos that leaders are made through structured modules, drawing from the experiences of established leaders and practical application.

Looking ahead, our commitment extends to external mentor assignments, encouraging mentors to explore the mentor pathway, and providing increased opportunities for club members at the area, division, and district levels. These initiatives, coupled with our continuous focus on connectivity, shared experiences, and leadership development, position Oasis as not merely a club but a nurturing ground for individuals to lead, learn, and leave a lasting legacy.

VP EDUCATION EXTENDED TEAM TOASTMASTER

TOASTMASTER

PUSHPITHA SENERATH

SANDUNI POORNIMA

YUMNA AFZAL

THARUSHI SIRIKUMARA

CHETHIYA THENUWARA

TM CHAMODITH RANASINGHE Vice President Education 2023/2024. Oasis Toastmasters Club, Nittambuwa.

OASIS OUTLOOK

WANT TO JOIN OASIS? Give me a call.. First of all, I must say, I’m happy to be the VP Membership of Oasis Toastmasters. Oasis is like my second family. So, as the VP membership I do my best to my family. The Vice president membership role is a very difficult role in a club because the VP Membership’s job is to gain more members to the club and somehow make them members of the club. It was really challenging because of the economic crisis in Sri Lanka, but I could achieve 06 new members, 01 reinstated member, and 91% member retention before last October. This is a teamwork. All the executive committee members and the VP Membership extended team are always behind me helping to achieve this challenge. Every meeting is a special meeting for me as I became one of the key roles of the meeting in explaining the value of Toastmasters. Sometimes I think “Am I talking too much?”. No, it was not, becasue that is the ‘service’ that I can give to my club. If I become successful, I get a call from a guest after few days. “I want to get the membership. Please send me the account details and the fee. I will transfer the amount.” Those are the most beautiful words I hear as the VP membership. Finally, as the VP Membership what I have to say is that Toastmasters is a good opportunity to connect with people, loose your fear of public speaking, become a better leader, learn about lots of things, work as a team, and have fun. This is about more than your payment. It will build up your personality, and improve public speaking skills and communication skills. So, my dear friends think about your future, Toastmasters is the place where leaders are made. TM CHAMATH LIYANAARACHCHI Vice President Membership 2023/2024. Oasis Toastmasters Club, Nittambuwa.

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SITHIJI AMARESENA I’m a visiting lecturer as well. My hobbies include reading books and blogs. My favorite motto is THE BEST IS YET TO COME !

CHAMODITH RANASINGHE I am currently working at a Taiwanese multinational company (Adhevation Co). I enjoy cooking, following sporting activities and watching movies. My favorite quote is IF YOU FAIL TO PLAN, YOU ARE PLANNING TO FAIL

CHAMATH LIYANAARACHCHI I am a Lawyer by profession. My hobbies are to do everything. My words to live by are TRY AND TRY, ONE DAY YOU CAN FLY

THARUSHI SIRIKUMARA I am also a director of Royal Chance Palace (Pvt) Ltd. My hobbies are Nature photography, creating flyers and cooking. My favorite motto is DO EVERYTHING WITH LOVE

SAKUNI JAYATHILAKE I am currently a Biotechnology undergraduate at Horizon Campus, Malabe. My hobbies are painting, watching movies and reading books. My words to live by are SELF LOVE IS THE PRIORITY

DHARSHANA KUMARA I am working at CEB. My hobbies involve cycling and my motto is to NEVER GIVE UP

CHETHIYA THENUWARA I am working at Dialog Axiata. My hobbies involve watching cricket and my motto is EVERYTHING HAPPENS FOR A REASON

SANKHANIE SURAWEERA I am currently working at Hayleys PLC. My hobbies include writing poems and modelling. My words to live by are YOU ARE ONE STEP BEHIND A TOTALLY DIFFERENT LIFE

OASIS OUTLOOK

What do you think? Are leaders born or made? Read until the end to find the “answer”

believe that leaders are made more than born. There are no ready-made leaders. Individuals become leaders eventually with their experiences and commitment. In the process of making leaders, individuals undergo many hardships, challenges, and

Many people think that leadership is about giving orders and supervising the process. But real leaders set examples. They work with their team. Leader should understand that he/she is doing a team game to achieve a common goal. In that process leader is only a

ARE LEADERS BORN OR MADE?

commitment. In the process of making leaders, individuals undergo many hardships, challenges, and heart breaks. These challenges and hardships are the key elements which shape individuals into charismatic leaders in future.

Sometimes leaders are groomed and made by another leader. A good leader has capability to produce another leader who can inspire lots of people in future. Good leaders won’t create followers. They always create leaders who are capable to withstand challenges and hardships.

representative of that team and he/she is not the boss.

As I believe a good leader is always a good listener. As I have already mentioned, a leader is a representative. Therefore, he should represent all the voices. In order to do that he/she needs to be an effective listener.

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A good leader is always a good communicator. The way he/she talks can influence the people working with him/her. Above all, communication is the way we express our ideas to others. As a leader, an individual has responsibility to convey his/her ideas coherently without any confusions. Good leaders take quick but effective decisions. Problem solving skills, analytical thinking and emotional intelligence are some important skills which are necessary for a leader. A leader should win the trust of his team. If not he/she is not successful in his/her role. Yes of course, it is difficult to win the hearts of the people. But one can work hard and show people that he/she is the most deserving person.

Good leaders are not high tempered or nervous. They are very calm and ready to face any circumstance with confident. The behaviour of the leader affects the people working under that leader. If the leader is nervous, for sure his team will come nervous than him.

Real leaders inspire people around them. They positively impact on people. if any of you are positively influence people, you are a real leader and you can inspire generations coming behind you. Written by

Toastmaster Dinara Muthugala

OASIS OUTLOOK

TM KULAKSHI THATHSARANI

TM RANUDI NAMARATHNA

I studied at Rathnavali Balika Vidyalaya. Currently, I'm following an HND. I think, joining toastmasters helped me a lot to improve my public speaking skills. More than everything i am so happy to be a part of this Oasis family.

I studied at Rathnavali Balika Vidyalaya. Currently I am following an external degree at university of Colombo. I think joining toastmasters is one of the best decisions that I've ever made in my life. It helped me a lot to develop my public speaking skills. Also I am glad to be a part of this wonderful family

TM PABA RATHNAYAKE

TM SUPUL WICKRAMASINGHE I am a doctor by profession. I have struggled in public speaking for many years. I believe that Toastmasters will be a great platform to improve my skills in public speaking and communication. I am honored to be part of the Oasis family and looking forward to build up better skills in public speaking and new friendships.

I studied at Ananda College Colombo. Currently I'm an undergraduate at William Angliss institute at SLIIT. I joined toastmasters very recently but I can already see a progress in my speaking. One of my biggest fears was and still is speaking in front of a public.

I always stuck in the middle of the conversation. Toastmasters helped me a lot to overcome these fears little by little. And I'm hoping to continue my journey with this amazing family.

TM THISHEN RANASINGHA I studied at Nalanda College Colombo. I joined OASIS toastmasters just after my A/L exam. All the fellow toastmasters have been supporting me from the very first day. That friendly environment helped me to overcome my fear of public speaking. And also toastmasters provided me the best platform to discover my abilities. I’m glad that I could be a part of this wonderful family.

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TM TOLANI RIDMINI I studied at Bandaranayake Central College in Veyangoda and currently pursuing my final year of undergraduate education at SLIIT. I struggle with public speaking and my nagging inability to generate ideas confidently. Therefore, I was eager to join Toastmasters to tackle my fear of public speaking, boost my self-assurance, and to enhance my ability to articulate ideas coherently. This endeavor is driven by my desire to ensure that I'm well-prepared to thrive both academically and professionally, and I believe that Toastmasters can be the catalyst for my personal and career growth

TM MELUSHA GAMLATH I studied at Yashodara Devi Balika Vidyalaya, Gampaha and graduated from University of Sri Jayewardenepura ..Currently, I am a music teacher at Lyceum International School Gampaha . I joined oasis toastmasters to build up the communication skills and personality skills as well as I need to decrease the stage fear in front of a huge crowd. I think this is the suitable place to overcome my issues

TM PULANI SIYABALAGODA I studied at Bandaranayke Central College Veyangoda and graduated with a B.Sc. Business Administration (special) degree from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. I'm currently following the strategic level in CASL. I joined the Oasis Toastmaster Club since I wanted to improve my public speaking ability and communication skills. So I think that the Oasis Toastmaster Club will be a better platform to enhance my skills. I'm so happy to be a part of this family

TM UDITHI AMASHA I am graduate of the University of Sri Jayawardhanapura, want to share my journey with Oasis Toastmasters. I joined Oasis Toastmasters to conquer my fear of public speaking in English, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made. The friendly and supportive atmosphere provided by fellow Toastmasters has been invaluable. This wonderful family has not only helped me overcome my speaking fears but also served as the perfect platform to discover my abilities. I'm grateful for the opportunity to be part of this incredible experience.

TM VISHMI WIJESEKARA I pursued my education at Lyceum and recently graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Curtin University, Australia. Currently, I am employed as a Mathematics Tutor while actively pursuing my Masters in the Mathematics stream. Since my academic journey, I have harbored a keen interest in Toastmasters. Unfortunately, due to time constraints, I was unable to join Oasis. I am now delighted to be a part of the Oasis family, where I aim to enhance my impromptu speaking abilities and refine my public speaking skills.

TM MUDITHA JAYATHISSA I am a student of Algama Central Collage. I was born in a village and I didn't have any English background .Simply I felt that I was nobody. But I wanted to be somebody. That ' s why I joined Toastmasters. I'm pretty sure that Toastmaster will do it. Everyone is very friendly. I love that environment.

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ICE BREAKER Kulakshi Thathsarani Thishen Ranasingha Wadeen Ali Lakitha Rathnaweera

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Melusha Gamlath Ranudi Namarathna Sanduni Poornima

LEVEL 1 COMPLETION Prakash Thennakoon Vathsala Liyanarachchi Zinthan Salahudeen

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Thaveesha kuruppuarachchi Chamath Liyanaarachchi

LEVEL 2 COMPLETION Tharushi Sirikumara

LEVEL 3 COMPLETION Thulsee Karunarathna

LEVEL 4 COMPLETION Pushpitha Senerath

TM SANKHANIE SURAWEERA AREA DIRECTOR DIVISION K | AREA 2 | DISTRICT 82 | 2023/2024

TM CHAMODITH RANASINGHE ASSISTANT PUBLIC RELATION MANAGER DISTRICT 82 | 2023/2024

TM GIHAN JAYAWEERA PUBLIC RELATION CHAIR PROGRAM QUALITY | DISTRICT 82 | 2023/2024

ROLE PLAYERS

TM Thulsee- Area Contest Chair/ TM Sakuni-Area Contest master TM Tolani - SAA/ TM Chethiya- SAA / TM Wayani - Tally Counter TM Tharushi - Division Contest Master

OASIS OUTLOOK

C 06 DCP POINTS 100% PATHWAY ENROLMENT SMEDLY AWARD CHAMPION FLYER OF THE MONTH (JULY) TOP FLYER 3 TIMES OASIS FAMILY ON TMI WEBSITE OASIS FAMILY IN TMI MAGAZINE

OVATION AWARDS 2022/2023 GOLDEN CLUB AWARD DYAMIC DUNO AWARD CHAMPION FLYER CONTEST - GOLD AWARD CHAMPION FLYER OF THE MONTH-(JULY) OUTSTANDING WEBSITE -SILVER AWARD CREATIVE CONTENT NEWSLETTER- SLIVER AWARD BEST SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCES - BRONZE AWARD DISTRICT RECOGNITION AWARDS - DISTRICT MARKETING SPECIALIST- TM Chamodith Ranasinghe - DISTRICT CONTENT SPECIALIST - TM Gihan Jayaweera - CLUB GROWTH SPECIAL PROJECT CO-CHAIR -Sithji Amarasena

CLUB CONTEST WINNERS Humorous Speech Contest TM Zinthan Salahudeen - WINNE

TM Pushpitha Senerath - 1ST RUNNER UP

TM Shameem Naffeel- 2ND RUNNER UP

Evaluation Speech Contest TM Yumna Afzal - WINNER

TM Vathsala Liyanarachchi -1ST RUNNER UP

TM Zinthan Salahudeen- 2ND RUNNER UP

AREA CONTEST WINNERS Humorous Speech Contest TM Shameem Naffeel - WINNER

TM Pushpitha Senerath - 1ST RUNNER UP

Evaluation Topic Speech Contest TM Vathsala Liyanarachchi - WINNER

TM Yumna Afzal - 1ST RUNNER UP

DIVISION CONTEST WINNERS Humorous Speech Contest TM Pushpitha Senerath - 2ND RUNNER UP

Evaluation Speech Contest TM Yumna Afzal - 1ST RUNNER UP

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DTM SHEHARA DISSANAYAKE

“Oasis Toastmasters club has a lively and creative set of members. The professionally conducted fun filled meetings, close bond between members regardless of distance, creative and out-of-the-box PR campaigns to promote the Toastmasters brand are what makes the club unique. The quality of member experience in terms of communication and leadership skills enhanced by the club is evident as they keep producing division level speakers and district leaders to the fraternity.”

TM CHATHURIKA JINADASA

“I had the pleasure of attending the joint meeting of Oasis and Readers TMC, which was also my first joint meeting with Readers, and I absolutely enjoyed the hospitality, welcome and friendliness of Oasis TMC. It was very obvious to see what a close knit club they are, how well they embody the core values of Toastmasters and how they support each other like a family to help each other reach their best. I also know how kind, considerate and helpful they are to others in the wider TM community. I wish them continued success and look forward to more interactions with the club in the future!”

TM AMNA ZAMAN

“Oasis Toastmasters Club is a group of fun and friendly Toastmasters whom I'm privileged to have worked with. Their dedication to meticulously planning and executing meetings is truly impressive! Wishing them continued success in creating engaging and enjoyable meetings!”

GUEST ASHEN WIJESINGHA

“The OASIS Toastmasters Club in Nittambuwa is a vibrant and engaging platform for individuals looking to improve their communication skills and build a strong network. With a focus on strategic content and consistency and when I went there for a club meeting they warmly welcomed me and I felt like all the members are just like my family. I felt grateful be with them.”

Let’s learn from a District Champion.... 1.Know Your Timeline, In order to be a Champion you need to know when your club contest will happen. When your area contest will happen, and when will your division contest is happening. You need to start getting ready at least 3 months before the club contest. 2. To assess your current position, compare your speeches with those of other champions, such as international and humorous speakers, to determine your current level. 3. Off Season Training, what you can do in the off season training is to find your errors and try overcome your errors. For example if you have language issue or vocabulary issue you can work on your language usage and vocabulary at these time period. 4. Season training is a three-month period before a contest, during which you learn techniques from off-season training. Two weeks before the contest, you must deliver a solid speech and a script, and it's crucial to write your own speech, not relying on a mentor or family member.

“BE THE CHAMPION WHO YOU DREAM TO BE”

5. Perfect practice makes perfect. In the off-season, deliver a speech at your club and have everyone evaluate it. Use an evaluation sheet and provide it to your VP of Education. Ask for feedback on points you liked and those you think need improvement. 6. Listen to various evaluations of your speech and filter out what needs improvement. If it aligns with your ideal points, accept it, if not, leave it. We should not follow everyone's advice. 7. Delivery Of The Speech With the amendments you had in your speech practice well and deliver your speech in the club contest. 8. Change Some Parts Of Your Speech Let’s imagine that you won the club contest. Then you have to change some parts of the speech and keep on good practice of the speech that you have changed. 9. Mental and physical preparation is crucial for contests, including avoiding sugar and cold items to prevent illness and ensure a healthy mindset. 10. Practice consistently, ignoring negative feedback, and stay focused on your goal. Remember that success comes with time, and you may need to wait another year for better luck. Be prepared to win but also expect to lose.

Written by,

TM Ravindu Amendra OASIS OUTLOOK

Christmas with Oasis - Christmas party Its a new beginning - 2024 Theme meeting Annual Oasis outing - Galle Oasis Open House Picnic with Oasis ‘Be my Valentine’ - Valentine's themed meeting 2nd Club officer Training Humorous and Table Topic contest “Oasis Padura” - A musical and fun night with Oasis Ovation 2024

Lets Bring Back

With Oasis

UNFOLD 2.0 (May) "Oasis Aurudu" - Sinhala and Tamil new year (April) Annual Oasis Outing - Nuvara-eliya (July) Eyeing for hills - Themed meeting at Nuvara-eliya (July) COTP - 1st COTP for the year (August ) Barbie - Barbie themed meeting (August) Leadership training program (August) Unlocking Humor and Nailing Evaluation Educational sessions (September ) A Glittering Odessy- 13th New member Induction and club officer installation (September) Humorous and Evaluation Contest (October) Bloodthirsty Bash - Halloween Themed meeting and game night (November) Transform' 23 - Division conference division K (November) OASIS OUTLOOK

Oasis toastmasters club is not only about doing educational meetings and completing pathways but also, it is including with some entertaining and adventurous items as well. Toastmasters visited Diyathalawa as their annual trip and make an unforgettable toastmasters meeting memory. In this year Oasis Toastmasters visited Nuwara Eliya and completed their 290th meeting at Kandeella Reservoir in Nuwaraeliya. It was 3 days annual trip. In the first day of trip, the trip was started early in the morning from Nittambuwa by hired bus.

The staying place was really amazing and eye-catching place because it was surrounded by flower garden and small harvested hills. On the first day night they had a bbq dinner with fun games. The dinner was prepared by their own. It was a great experience to all of them. The climate was really cold and it was about 13 degrees of celcius at night.

There were 16 participants. The breakfast was taken in an eyecatching place near Avissawella while they were travelling. While they were travelling, they stopped St. Claires’s Waterfall and Bakers waterfall and enjoyed those places by taking beautiful photographs. They could reach Nuwaraeliya at around mid-day and lunch was taken near Gregory-lake. After having lunch, they went to buy some goods for preparing their meals. After shopping moment, they went to their resort which was booked for Oasis Toastmasters.

On the second day of the journey, they woke up by 8.00 am in the morning and had their breakfast and started to visit places in Nuwaraeliya. Since it was a rainy day, they couldn’t climb Piduriuthalagala. Therefore, they visited Ambewela, Highland and Kandella reservoir.

They got amazing toastmaster photos at Kandeella reservoir. It was looked like a mystery place because of the thick mist. And the climate was really cool. The decided to have their 290th Oasis Toastmasters meeting at Kandeella Reservior. They got so unforgettable photography experiences there. In the evening they went to have a town visit and had their evening tea at a restaurant.

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While they were traveling, they bought some strawberries, pears, and some strawberry products from shops in Nuwara Eliya. Also, they did not forget to play some enjoyable games and sing songs while they were on the bus. They got their dinner at a restaurant in Peradeniya. While they were traveling, they were enjoying some horror stories.

At around 7.00 pm they got to their rest house and prepared dinner. It was also a great dinner with some delicious toast. They did some fun games like round robin session. On the last day they woke up early in the morning and packed their stuffs because it’s their last day of their trip.

All the travelers reached Nittambuwa around 9.00 pm at night. Actually, it was a wonderful and unforgettable journey with lots of memories of the Oasis Toastmasters Family.

Written by

Toastmaster Sakuni Jayathilake

Once they got their breakfast, they left the resort at around 10 am in the morning. When they came back home, they visited to see Damro tea Factory. It was really nice place around with Damro tea estates.

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EXCELLENCE THROUGH...

In the pursuit of excellence, Toastmasters District 82 is organizing a remarkable event called "Ovation” every year. This event, held with much enthusiasm and anticipation, brought together Toastmasters from various clubs within the district to celebrate achievements, share experiences, and inspire one another on their journey of personal and professional development.

The Essence of Ovation Ovation 2023, as the name suggests, was a grand celebration of accomplishments in the realm of public speaking, communication, and leadership. The event is very special to Oasis Toastmasters Club as well. The event aims to recognize and applaud the efforts of Toastmasters members who have demonstrated outstanding skills and dedication in honing their abilities. It provides a platform for members to showcase their achievements, share success stories, and learn from each other's experiences.

OVATION 2023

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Key Highlights: 1. Speech Contests - Ovation featured captivating speech contests that showcased the incredible talent within the Toastmasters community. 2. Educational Workshops - The event included a series of educational workshops facilitated by seasoned Toastmasters. These workshops covered various aspects of communication and leadership, providing valuable insights and practical tips for personal and professional growth. 3. Recognition and Awards - Ovation was a platform to honor and recognize the achievements of Toastmasters who had reached significant milestones in their journey. We; as Oasis Toastmasters graced with many awards at Ovation 2023 as well. Under the award we received,

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The Golden Club award (The most prestigious award) Champion Flyer contest- Gold Award (an achievement by VPPR Tharushi Sirikumara) Champion Flyer of the month award (July) Outstanding Website - Silver Award Creative Content Newsletter - Silver Award Best Social Media Presence - Bronze Award Dynamic Duo Membership Award (an achievement by VPM TM Pushpitha Senarath) Individual recognitions TM Gihan Jayaweera for being the District Content Specialist, TM Chamodith Ranasinghe for being the District Marketing Specialist, TM Sithiji Amarasena for being the Club Growth Director’s Special Project Chair.

4. Networking and Collaboration - The event provided an excellent opportunity for Toastmasters from different clubs to network, collaborate, and exchange ideas. As Toastmasters District 82 continues to foster a culture of excellence in communication and leadership, events like Ovation play a crucial role in inspiring and empowering members to reach new heights. It is a wait for the Ovation 2024 with more excitement.

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Toastmaster Sithji Amarasena

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A MID-YEAR CONFERENCE OF TRIUMPH AND EXTRAVAGANZA. In the midst of the calendar year, Division K’s Toastmasters clubs converged at the highly anticipated "Transform" conference, Division K midyear conference, a spectacular showcase of eloquence, wit, entertainment and the transformative power of effective communication. The event featured two riveting contests, the Humorous Contest and the Evaluation Contest where experienced toastmasters demonstrated their speech craft, leaving a mark on all the attendees. The conference was held at Oak Ray Hotel, Kandy and was attended by many leading toastmasters in the District 82 toastmasters’ fraternity who graced the stage with their insightful speeches brimming with wisdom and insight for all new and old toastmasters. Among them were Division Director, TM Methsiri Herath gave a wonderful welcome address highlighting the importance of such a conference. He was followed by keynote speaker DTM Sudash Liyanage. A rousing speech was given by District Director TM Mahinda Karunakara.

Adding a personal touch to the event, members of Oasis Toastmasters Club participated in the contests (TM Shameem Nafeel and Pushpitha Senarath for the Humorous Speech contests; TM Vathsala Liyanaarachi and TM Yumna Afzal for the Evaluation speech contests). The vibrant atmosphere of the conference was charged with pride and joy for Oasis Toastmasters Club as two participants from the club clinched the second runner-up position in the Humorous Contest (TM Pushpitha Senarath) and secured the first runner-up position in the Evaluation Contest (TM Yumna Afzal).

Their achievements resonated beyond individual triumphs; they became a source of collective joy for the entire club. Furthermore, the club won numerous pathway completion awards showing the dedication of club members.

The success of our club members not only highlighted the dedication and skill within the club but also motivated others to strive for excellence. The transformative power of the conference was not confined to the stage; it permeated the audience, reinforcing the belief that with dedication, encouragement, and a touch of humor, personal and collective growth are inevitable on the Toastmasters journey. "Transform" was not just a conference; it was a celebration of triumph, inspiration, and the enduring spirit of Toastmasters.

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TM Yumna Afzal

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‘Step into the enchanting world of "A Glittering Odyssey," where the Oasis Toastmasters Club Officer Installation and New Member Induction ceremony unfolds like a dazzling journey. As we embark on this sparkling adventure, witness the transition of leadership with the installation of our dynamic club officers, each a shining star in our Toastmasters constellation.’

GANGA FERNANDO,DTM “When talking about Oasis toastmasters I must mention that team spirt and club culture in the club is very outstanding. I am very grateful be a part of this installation. As always they managed to have very Outstanding and entreating installation. I wish all the very best to the newly elect executive committee for a successful journey.”

METHSIRI HERATH, TM Well talking about today which is the 13 installation ceremony of Oasis toastmasters. I can see that this installation is well organized and well prepared. I had good experience today with all the fun activities. I would like to wish all the very best to the newly appointed executive committee to create wonders this year.

CHANDARASIRI WANASINGHE, DTM

“It is a great pleasure to be here today and witness this wonderful day of Oasis toastmasters where the new year of oasis begins with a new executive committee. I had a fabulous experience today with lot of entertainment. I wish all the very best to all the members and new executive committee for the journey ahead.”

NIMNAKA PERERA, TM I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for being part of the 13th installation ceremony of Oasis toastmasters. It was well organized and executed the venue and the bounce with a perfect background for the installation. I must comment the club members for their exceptional hospitality and their warm smiles. I have to clear that their spirit shins not only in the installation but also in their club meetings. And once again, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your installation. And I want extend my best wishes to the newly installed executive committee. Cheers to a successful journey ahead.

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2. What every Toastmaster craves after sharing their speaking masterpiece. 5. A must have to steer the ship of your Toastmasters journey. 7. Second nation to embrace Toastmasters, where maple syrup flows in abundance. 8. Adding spice to speeches, because a burst of good laughter is the best medicine. 9. The Yellow Brick Roads of Toastmasters, leading to the Emerald City of Proficiency. 10. The Defender of Verbal Virtue. 12. Toastmasters' Crown Jewel, earned by those who speak and lead beyond. 13. Your speaking superhero origin story - the moment you discovered your powers. 16. The Threshold of Transformation, where teens become great orators. 17. The unsung hero, making sure speeches are like espresso shots—short, strong, and memorable.

1. Toastmasters' wisdom wizard; your guiding star on the Toastmasters journey. 3. Toastmasters’ Rockstar in 2014; his speech was a mic-drop symphony. 4. The secret ingredient of turning thoughts into spoken mastery. 6. Toastmasters' reality check, how speeches are forged into eloquent masterpieces. 11. The sprawling kingdom where Toastmasters unite, conquer, and celebrate. 14. Meeting maestro's tool – tap, and order is restored. 15. The sparkling diamond in your speech, ensuring your speech sparkles with understanding.

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