Speaking confidently in English is not something that happens overnight. it takes practice, consistency, and the courage to speak. With this spirit, the English Youth Community Makassar organized its 8th Free Meeting on Saturday, February 21, 2026, through Google Meet, inviting participants to improve their speaking skills in a supportive and enjoyable environment.
The session was facilitated by Nur Atisya Ramadani, a member of the Ministry of Learning and Teaching. Carrying the theme "Fluency in Focus: Structured 1-Minute Speaking Practice," the meeting encouraged participants to organize their thoughts and express them clearly within one minute. Rather than aiming for perfect English, the focus was on building confidence and speaking more naturally.
To create a comfortable atmosphere, the meeting began with a light ice-breaking activity that encouraged participants to introduce themselves and interact with one another. This simple activity helped everyone feel more relaxed before moving into the speaking exercises.
During the main session, participants learned practical techniques for structuring short responses.
The speaker explained how to organize ideas with a clear beginning, middle, and ending while maintaining a smooth flow of speech. Several examples were demonstrated before participants were invited to practice on their own using different everyday topics.
The most exciting part of the meeting was the one-minute speaking challenge. Each participant was given an opportunity to speak on a random topic while receiving encouragement from the speaker and fellow participants. Although some participants were nervous at first, the positive atmosphere helped them become more confident with every attempt.
To make the session even more engaging, short games and interactive activities were included between the practice sessions. These activities gave participants a chance to refresh their minds while continuing to use English in a fun and meaningful way. The balance between learning and interaction kept the meeting lively from beginning to end.
By the end of the session, many participants shared that the activity helped them realize they were capable of speaking more than they had expected. They appreciated the opportunity to practice without feeling pressured and found the one-minute challenge to be an effective way to improve fluency and organize ideas quickly.
Through activities like this, the English Youth Community continues to provide a learning space where participants can develop their English skills, support one another, and grow together.
English Youth Community hopes that each Free Meeting inspires more learners to practice consistently and enjoy the journey of learning English.
Author: Rahma Yunita
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