IMPORTANCE OF PUBLIC SPEAKING IN

DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP SKILLS.

ETHICS IN PUBLIC SPEAKING. MOCK
PARLIAMENT/MUNS. CRAFT OF
WRITING-FIGURE OF SPEECH,
WORDPLAY, CHARACTER CREATION,
STEPS OF CREATIVE WRITING-PRE-
WRITING, WRITING,
POST-WRITING/FINAL DRAFT.
Importance of Public Speaking in
Leadership Development:
Communication Skills: Effective public
speaking involves articulating ideas clearly,
persuasively, and engagingly, which are
vital in leadership roles.

Confidence Building: Public speaking

helps individuals overcome stage fright and
boosts self-assurance, essential traits for
effective leadership.
Influence and Persuasion: Leaders often
need to persuade and inspire others,
making public speaking an indispensable
tool in their arsenal.

Empathy and Connection: Through public

speaking, leaders learn to connect with
diverse audiences, understand their
perspectives, and communicate
empathetically.
Ethics in Public Speaking:
Honesty and Integrity: Speakers should
present truthful information, avoiding
deception or manipulation of facts.

Respect for Audience: Speakers must

respect the audience's intelligence, beliefs,
and values, refraining from offensive
language or content.
Transparency: Disclose any conflicts of
interest or biases that may affect the
presentation.

Diversity and Inclusivity: Ensure

inclusivity by representing diverse
viewpoints and avoiding discrimination
based on race, gender, religion, or other
characteristics.
Role of Mock Parliament/MUNs:
Simulated Governance: Mock parliaments
and MUNs provide hands-on experience in
parliamentary procedures and diplomatic
negotiations, fostering leadership skills.

Critical Thinking: Participants analyze

complex issues, formulate arguments, and
devise solutions, honing critical thinking
abilities essential for effective leadership.
Collaboration: Engaging in debates and
negotiations promotes teamwork, conflict
resolution, and consensus-building skills.

Global Awareness: MUNs expose

participants to international affairs,
promoting cultural understanding and global
citizenship, crucial for modern leadership
roles.
Craft of Writing:
Figure of Speech: Techniques such as
simile, metaphor, personification, and
hyperbole add depth and vividness to
writing, enhancing its impact on the reader.

Wordplay: Puns, alliteration, and word

associations create humor, intrigue, and
memorable phrases, enriching the writing
experience.
Character Creation: Developing well-
rounded characters with distinct
personalities, motivations, and conflicts
breathes life into narratives, captivating
readers' interest.
Steps of Creative Writing:
Pre-Writing: Brainstorming ideas,
researching, outlining the plot, and
developing characters lay the foundation for
a compelling story.

Writing: Drafting the narrative, focusing on

voice, pacing, and descriptive language to
engage the reader and convey the intended
message.
Post-Writing/Final Draft: Revision, editing,
and proofreading refine the writing,
polishing the language, tightening the plot,
and ensuring coherence and clarity.