How can I take speak to my City?

Take SPEAK to your city. Make your city a place where everyone feels at home and where diversity is championed. Start your own SPEAK chapter. At SPEAK we bring together newcomers and locals living in the same city through community-led language groups and cultural exchange events.

How to make a public comment at a city council meeting?

Step up to one of the microphones at the meeting when it’s time to speak. If you didn’t have to sign up ahead of time, stand up during the public comment portion of the meeting and form a line by the microphone. If you did sign up, wait until your name or number is called before approaching the microphone.

Where did I Meet my First speak Buddy?

I was honoured to be SPEAK’s first international buddy in Turin, which proved to be an unforgettable experience and an excellent opportunity to improve our participants’ English! The group was small but we managed to create a great dynamic and a friendly relationship among all.

What kind of person is a know it all?

Usually, a know-it-all is so sure of their own knowledge that they tend to be condescending to the people around them. After all, they perceive everyone else as lacking in knowledge. When engaging in a conversation with a know-it-all, you are likely to find yourself feeling like you’re being talked down to.

What happens when you talk to someone who is a know it all?

When the conversation shifts to someone else, a know-it-all will always find a way to relate the conversation back to self. In fact, you might notice them get pretty upset when someone else is the center of attention. Dealing with someone who thinks they know everything can be particularly frustrating.