WELCOME TO CLEVELAND FORUM
Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, from 12.30pm – 2pm.
Meeting location is the Cleveland Library Meeting Room, cnr Bloomfield Street and Middle Street Cleveland.
We work on a varied agenda so our members gain experience in many aspects of speaking.
Visitors are most welcome to come as our guest.
Email: forum@beconfident.org.au
What others are saying …
I first joined Forum to gain some confidence to do best man speech at my friend’s wedding, the thought of getting up at such a big event in front of 120 people terrified me. The skills I learnt and opportunities available to put knowledge into practice was invaluable and I feel much more comfortable getting up in front of an audience in all situations than I did previously. – Richard, Bayside Forum
Forum helped me in my career with speaking to clients and knowing how to highlight the main points of each project for their benefit and understanding. In my community I’ve been able to participate in meetings effectively and pass these skills to others. The people I’ve met in Forum have given me a greater knowledge of my community and how it works. – Pam, Cleveland Forum
I was introduced to Forum by an amazingly helpful member whose guidance and mentoring helped me quickly see the importance of both speaking with confidence and being able to run an effective meeting in my role then as Retirement Living Officer. Attaining and practising those skills meant that all avenues of my life changed and so many opportunities opened up. I am forever grateful to Forum for its inspirational leaders and members. – Elaine, Bayside Forum
Health and Safety
Please do not attend if you are experiencing any cold and flu symptoms.
Calendar of this session’s meetings – please note that many of our meetings include speeches AND learning segments to assist you to become a confident presenter
Every meeting is different. We have a main speaker to a set title with other members speaking to the same title. Some meetings we have 2 titles for members to stretch their ideas. Some speeches are serious, some investigative and some are a lot of fun. Be ready for plenty of intellectual rigour.
Every meeting includes small tutorials in speaking and meeting procedure with members taking turns to experience Chairing the meeting under instruction from an experienced member as required.
4th July 2024
Blue Sky Thinking is the activity of trying to find completely new ideas. It can also mean creative ideas that are not limited by current thinking of beliefs (this definition is from Collins Dictionary.com). At today’s meeting our members will be presenting their own new and creative ideas related to issues that impact our communities.
18th July 2024
Today’s speeches are to the very topical title Thermal Expansion – It’s hot, hot, hot. Manon is our main speaker and all members are invited to speak to the same title.
1st August 2024
The theme for today’s meeting is 20 Ways to Expand. Irene will be our main speaker and visitors are very welcome to join us.
25th August 2024
Today’s speech title is Changing Shape. Myrna is our main speaker and all members are invited to participate with speeches up to 5 minutes.
29th August 2024
We are having a social outing today to celebrate the 5th Thursday of the month – destination to be advised!
7-8th September 2024 Saturday & Sunday
Forum’s JOURNEY TO SUCCESS Convention is on this weekend and is open for all to attend.
Saturday morning admission is free of charge and features the following acclaimed speakers:
* Former Senator Claire Moore (QLD President of the UN Australia Board)
* Cr Paul Bishop (currently a Redland City Councillor – Division 10 & is also an experienced actor)
* Suzie Tafolo (President, Redland Chamber of Commerce)
* Caleb Henry (National President, UN Youth Australia)
* Kurek Ashley (International Keynote Speaker & Success Coach)
19th September2024
The title for speeches at this meeting is A Better Tomorrow. Pam is our main speaker and all members are invited to speak to the same title for up to 5 minutes.
3rd October 2024
Adelia Berridge will be delivering a presentation entitled Growing Your Network. Adelia is a former member of the Redlands City Council and is a successful networker, speaker and community activist. This meeting will also include an impromptu speaking segment – everyone’s favourite!
17th October 2024
It Makes A Difference is the theme for today’s meeting. Jane is our main speaker and other members are invited to speak to the same title for up to 5 minutes.
7th November 2024
The theme for today is Welcome Stranger, and speeches will explore a variety of themes. All members are invited to participate.
21st November 2024
Today’s meeting will feature speeches to the title Expanding.
5th December 2024
This is our Christmas Party. Venue & details to be advised.
6th February 2025
A New Beginning is the theme for today’s meeting – we look forward to seeing you all there!