^ MIRI Convention ^

We've got to say that this is the best convention we've ever attended. Although attending it also made us learnt the 'hard' way about how important to always show up early before the event started, as the order first come first serve really applied during the convention.

Two programs (apart of the contest itself) were simply unforgettable for all of us.

Since the opening ceremony, we were instanly captivated by very sincere, yet inspirational words from the pioneer of Malaysian Toastmasters, DTM Gerald Green (Papa Green). He spoke about our future vision and mission in Toastmasters. He reminded us the meaning of helping each other, being available and being true leaders through the organization.

Papa Gerald Green, Accredited Speaker, DTM delivering his key note "District 51 & 87 moving forward"

Then, we were entertained by a Plenary Session "Where do we go from here", moderated by DTM Dunstan Chan. How amazing to witness 6 of the most influential Toastmasters in D51 discussed the future D51 and D87. Although the way of answering from one panelist to another was very different, yet all of them gave such strong message within the answer. It truly showed how they worked in such synergy to bring D51 to its top position today. The Plenary session was so alive that we felt just like we were LIVE on TV ^^

Host Dunstan Chan, DTM at the Plenary Session

Plenary Session speakers from L-R: Gerald Green, AS, DTM | Datuk Adeline Leong, DTM | Ho Fong Ming, DTM | Sivanganam, DTM | Joseph Gomez, DTM | Ooi Poh Tin, DTM

Although this was the last convention we had with D51, we're glad to experience it.

All the best and until we meet again, someday, somewhere, somehow, our fellow D51 Toastmasters.
 
The memory was simply unforgettable, the program was enriching and the friendship will always be forever.