JCI Limerick invites you to an exciting afternoon of public speaking, debating, and leadership development on Sunday, 7 June 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Alliance Française de Limerick.

This interactive training session is delivered in collaboration with three outstanding JCI Ireland keynote speakers — Pierre, Dean, and Emer — who will guide participants through the fundamentals of confident communication, structured debating, and competitive speaking.

This event is ideal for anyone looking to build leadership skills, improve communication, or get involved in shaping the future of JCI Limerick.

Provisional Event Agenda (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

1. Welcome & Opening Remarks

Introduction by JCI Limerick President Denis Hardi and overview of the session.

2. What is JCI Limerick?

• Brief presentation about the chapter

• Our mission, vision, and goals

• How we are building local impact in Limerick

• Upcoming events and opportunities to get involved

3. Introduction to JCI Ireland

Presentation by keynote speakers Pierre, Dean, and Emer

• National structure

• Training opportunities

• How JCI Ireland supports local chapters

Training Sessions

4. Public Speaking Workshop

Led by JCI Ireland trainers

• Speaking structure

• Confidence techniques

• Voice, body language, and clarity

• Short practice exercises

5. Debating Workshop

• JCI debating rules

• Constructing arguments

• Rebuttal techniques

• Team roles and strategy

6. Break (10 minutes)

7. Debate Simulation

Participants take part in a friendly debate round

• Teams assigned

• Judges’ feedback

• Learning through practice
  
  

Closing Section

8. How to Join JCI Limerick

• Membership options

• Volunteer roles

• Department opportunities (PR, Events, External Relations, Internal Relations)

• How to stay connected

9. Final Remarks & Networking

Closing words from trainers and JCI Limerick leadership.