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Public speaking is more than a competition - it's a journey of growth.
At Rising Voices, our mission is to empower students with the confidence, resilience, and communication skills they need to thrive in life.
While winning is a goal, the true reward lies in the experience.
The competition will be divided into five divisions, with each having their own speaking times, topics and particular route to the finals.
Your path to success.
We've got detailed participant guides for all students who register to participate in the Rising Voices Public Speaking Championship in 2026.
If you have any particular questions about the competition, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at contact@speakingschools.com.au!
The theme for 2026 will be CHANGE
In line with our vision to empower and inspire, the theme for Rising Voices 2026 is Change - a concept that invites reflection, bold ideas, and personal growth.
The first step in a greater journey.
In Rising Voices 2026, students can enter the competition through one of two pathways.
A stepping stone to success.
All successful students from the Preliminary Round will be invited to participate in the Semi-Finals, which will be held online in August 2026.
The big day.
The Grand Final of the Rising Voices Championship will be held in person in Sydney in August 2026.
Everyone will walk away with something from the experience.
Aside from the invaluable experience of the competition itself, all participants in the Rising Voices Public Speaking Championship will head home with something.