Engaging Audiences in Public Speaking: Strategies for Effective Communication
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-eng-au-tp-tch-01
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About the Article
Public speaking remains one of the most critical competencies for leaders, educators, and practitioners seeking to convey ideas and mobilize action. This article examines the multidimensional nature of audience engagement, exploring message structuring, vocal delivery, body language, interactive techniques, and the use of technology. Drawing on research and practical examples from non-profit, educational, and community contexts, it provides strategies for enhancing comprehension, retention, and behavioral influence. By bridging theory with practice, the discussion offers guidance for practitioners to refine public speaking effectiveness while contributing to academic discourse on communication studies.
Key Topics
- Audience engagement in public speaking
- Message structuring and narrative coherence
- Vocal delivery and body language techniques
- Interactive methods for participatory communication
- Technology and visual aids in presentations
- Cross-cultural and resource-constrained contexts
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Engaging Audiences in Public Speaking: Strategies for Effective Communication. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-eng-au-tp-tch-01
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