The competition reaches over 40,000 young people in 50 countries across the globe.

The ESU International Public Speaking Competition has now been running for 33 years.

he purpose of the IPSC is to bring together the best speakers from all over the world for a week of international cultural exchange and public speaking competition. It showcases the very highest standard of public speaking from around the world, while giving delegates an opportunity to meet and engage with other young people of different backgrounds and cultures.