Smart Talk

Smart Talk empowers young people to embrace the art of effective communication and learn the essential life skills required for future success. You’ll learn how to:

• Think critically: Learn how to look at situations from different angles, make smart choices, and solve problems confidently.
• Communicate effectively: Discover how to express your ideas clearly and confidently, both when speaking and through body language.
• Handle tough conversations: Build skills to stay calm and respectful during difficult talks, and learn how to turn disagreements into productive discussions.
• Respect different opinions: Practice understanding and respecting other people’s views, even if you don’t always agree, to have better conversations.
• Master body language: Learn how your body language affects how you communicate, and how to read others’ non-verbal cues to connect better.
• Pitch your ideas with confidence: Get better at sharing your ideas clearly and confidently, whether you’re presenting to a group or in one-on-one situations.
• Speak clearly and effectively: Practice organizing your thoughts so you can communicate your ideas in a way that everyone can understand.
• Listen and show empathy: Develop your ability to listen closely and understand how others are feeling, helping you build stronger connections with people.