Summation of Oratorical Contest

The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission (CHRC) hosted its Inaugural Youth Oratorical Contest on November 15, 2014 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm in City Hall Council Chambers, which included a reception. 

The Youth Oratorical Contest gave youth, ages 12-18, an opportunity to develop a competition of words through self-expression.  There were seven participants who created original speeches about “How My Generation Relates to the World” and presented them by memory in front of approximately fifty audience members.  The students prepared for seven weeks to lead up to the moment of the contest.  Their nerves were somewhat heightened, however, they gave thoughtful and articulate presentations that moved the audience. 

The youth had different topics based on their ages.  The three topics for the teens were how my generation relates to celebrities in the world, social acceptance on social media and standardized global social norms.  The schools represented in this contest were Hamilton County Math and Science Academy, Sycamore High School, Wyoming High School, and Woodward Career Technical High School. 

For more information about CHRC and youth opportunities, please visit our website at www.chrc.us or call us at (513) 352-3237.  The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission (CHRC) is a non-profit agency that focuses on anti-discrimination and improving human relations in the City of Cincinnati.  We look forward to hearing from you!