Presence & Purpose-Public Speaking Workshop

Presence & Purpose is a hands-on, high-impact public speaking workshop designed specifically for non-profit professionals, community leaders, + anyone who wants to communicate with more clarity, confidence, + connection in the work they do - whether they're presenting to funders, facilitating community events, or speaking up in leadership settings.

Across two in-person sessions, participants will explore practical tools, mindset shifts, + real-world strategies to help them speak with purpose, handle nerves, + bring more presence to the moments that matter.

This isn't about performing, it's about showing up fully + delivering your message in a way that feels grounded, clear, + true to your values.

Learning Objectives

• Learn how to structure a clear, memorable message
• Understand the fundamentals of strong vocal delivery, body language, + pacing Build more confidence in high-stakes or high-visibility situations
• Reframe nervous energy + develop a grounded speaking mindset
• Practice techniques to stay focused + present when speaking to any audience Strengthen their overall communication presence, credibility, + self-trust

Facilitator

Kahla Evans is a Public Speaking + Confidence Coach, TEDx Speaker Coach, Event Emcee, Podcast Host, and Founder of Hey Kahla Media. She's also the high-energy in-game host for the Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose, so yes, she's comfortable on any stage. With two decades of professional speaking experience, Kahla's career spans broadcasting (CTV, CBC, Global), sports (Roughriders, Bombers, Jets), and education (University of Winnipeg). She's hosted stadiums, coached TEDx speakers, led sold-out workshops, and built a coaching brand that helps people show up boldly without losing themselves in the process. Kahla's signature approach blends mindset, skill-building, and a whole lot of fun. She helps people ditch perfection, speak with confidence, and feel like their favourite version of themselves on stage, in meetings, or anywhere they have something to say.

Location

In Person: This workshop will be held at145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2Z6 (Sport Manitoba)

Accommodations - In Person Events

Volunteer Manitoba strives to host inclusive, accessible workshops that enable all individuals to engage fully, and we recognize that everyone performs at their best when they are given the right tools to succeed. If you require any accommodations to support you in your learning journey, please indicate so on the registration form. We will do everything in our ability to support you.

Volunteer Manitoba is committed to accommodating individuals with sensitivity to scented products. Participants are kindly asked to refrain from using perfume, cologne, aftershave, or other fragrances to create a fragrance-free environment.

Course Cancellation Policy

Volunteer Manitoba may decide to cancel or postpone any event where the minimum registration level has not been met. In the case of low in-person registration, Volunteer Manitoba may decide to host the workshop virtually instead. If you wish to not participate virtually, you will receive a full refund.

All participants registered for an event that is cancelled by Volunteer Manitoba will receive a full refund.

Refunds will not be issued for cancellations received within 10 days of the event. Registered participants who fail to attend an event are still required to pay for that event, since a space was held specifically for that person. In case of non-attendance and lack of payment, the registered participant will be invoiced for the full fee, due 30 days from the date of the invoice.