SpeechMaze · the global youth speaking championship
Let's give students a stage to speak up.
SpeechMaze is the Global Youth Speaking Championship, hosted by TalkMaze. A virtual stage where students ages 5 to 14 from across the world showcase their voice, creativity, and leadership through the art of speech.
2026 entries are closed. Join the waitlist to hear first when SpeechMaze 2027 opens.
Watch the live finalSaturday, November 7 · Register freeFree to enter · Ages 5 to 14 · $600+ in prizes
Why enter
Most students never get a stage. This is theirs.
Four things SpeechMaze gives your child that classrooms don't.
Boost their confidence
Speaking in front of an audience helps young people overcome shyness and develop self-assurance.
Build lifelong skills
Expressing ideas clearly and persuasively pays back in school, career, and beyond.
Stretch creative + critical thinking
Crafting a speech forces critical thinking, organization, and creative expression.
Real experience, real prizes
Winners receive over $600 in prizes; every participant gains real-stage experience.
How it works
Two rounds. One stage.
From hundreds of video submissions worldwide to a single live virtual final.
Round 1 · Video submission
Your child's videoYou
2 to 5 minutes · This year's prompt
Entry from Toronto
Anonymized
Entry from Lagos
Anonymized
Entry from Mumbai
Anonymized
…hundreds more
Worldwide
Submissions closed September 30, 2026
Finalists
Oct 15
Round 2 · Live virtual final
November 7, 2026 · Live online
Speak in front of an audience and a judging panel
Finalists compete live, with $600+ in prizes on the line. One stage. One shot.
Round 1 · Video submission
Your child's videoYou
2 to 5 minutes · This year's prompt
…and hundreds of other entries worldwide
Submissions closed September 30, 2026
Finalists announced Oct 15
Round 2 · Live virtual final
November 7, 2026 · Live online
Speak in front of an audience and a judging panel
Finalists compete live, with $600+ in prizes on the line.
Round 1 (video)
Closed September 30, 2026
Finalists announced
October 15, 2026
Live final (virtual)
November 7, 2026
Prizes
$600+ across age categories
What past finalists say
“My 10 year old went from 0 to 100 real quick. I sincerely recommend TalkMaze for everyone. The entire team is simply amazing.”
Omotola A.
“Our experience with TalkMaze has enriched our daughter's life. She recently participated in the TalkMaze Speech Competition and placed as a finalist, earning the Rising Star Award.”
Bina J.
“The coaches are amazing and my daughter had her first public speaking experience with them. My daughter's confidence boosted after her first interaction with TalkMaze staff.”
Wasy Z.
Questions, answered
FAQ
SpeechMaze 2027
Get them on the stage
Free to enter. Ages 5 to 14. Join the waitlist and we'll email you the topics and dates as soon as 2027 registration opens.
Some students want to build up to a competition first. Book a free assessment with a TalkMaze coach.