Please join the BCS Early Careers Executive for this In-Person Public Speaking Event.
Speakers
Manha Iqbal
Ashley Joao
Agenda
18:00 - Event start with Public Speaking - Intro/Main/Outro
19:00 - Event close
Synopsis
Speak Up. Stand Out. Step Forward.
Did you know that 71% of 16–24-year-olds feel a lack of confidence in speaking holds them back, while 70–85% of employers rank communication skills as the most critical factor for success?It’s time to change that.
Podium Masters is an interactive public speaking event designed to help you build confidence, sharpen your voice and express your ideas with impact. Whether you're stepping up to speak for the first time or looking to refine your delivery, this session provides a supportive space to grow.
What to expect:
- Engaging speaking activities and challenges
- Opportunities to share your perspective on real-world topics
- Constructive feedback to help you improve
- A welcoming, supportive community
Debate and discuss topics that matter to YOU:
From career choices and financial independence to technology, mental health and personal growth - this is your platform to explore ideas like:
- Is the 9–5 model outdated?
- Is social media harming our generation’s mental health?
- Should financial literacy be taught in schools?
- Is failure essential for success?
Why attend?
Build confidence. Strengthen communication skills. Connect with like-minded individuals. And most importantly - find your voice.Step up to the podium and start your journey today.
About the speakers
Manha Iqbal
Manha is the Co-Founder & CEO of Femetronics and Secretary of the IEEE Westminster Student Branch, currently studying Software Engineering with Electronics. Passionate about closing the gender gap in tech, she built Femetronics into a non-profit community dedicated to empowering and educating women aged 16+ in engineering, through workshops, innovation labs and projects.
Ashley Joao
Ashley is the Co-Founder & lead developer of Femetronics, studying Software Engineering with Electronics. Dedicated to using her technical skills to host technical workshops to inspire the next generation of women of engineering. Ashley organises hands-on technical sessions and community events through Femetronics to continuing to bridge the gender gap in engineering.
Our events are for adults aged 16 years and over.
This meeting is conducted in accordance with the BCS Code of Conduct for Meetings.
BCS is a membership organisation. If you enjoy this event, please consider joining BCS. You’ll be very welcome. You’ll receive access to many exclusive career development tools, an introduction to a thriving professional community and also help us Make IT Good For Society. Join BCS today
Please note: if you have any accessibility needs, please let us know via groups@bcs.uk, and we’ll work with you to make suitable arrangements.
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Photography: by attending this event, you may be photographed or filmed. Please speak to a member of staff if you do not wish to be included.
For overseas delegates who wish to attend the event, please note that BCS does not issue invitation letters.
This event is brought to you by: BCS Early Careers Executive.
