PUBLIC SPEAKING TRAINING IN INDONESIAN LANGUAGE TO IMPROVE SELF-CONFIDENCE OF TEENAGERS AT THE BENIH KEBEIKAN MEDAN

Abstract

Abstract
Self-confidence is a crucial aspect of adolescent development, especially for those
living in orphanages who often have limited access to self-development training.
The partners for this activity were adolescents at the Benih Kebaikan Orphanage in
Medan. The main problems faced by the partners were low self-confidence, anxiety
when speaking in public, and a lack of understanding of effective public speaking
techniques in Indonesian. The methods used in this community service included
interactive lectures, simulations/hands-on practice, and positive feedback-based
evaluations. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in the
participants' self-confidence and speaking skills. Based on post-test results and
observations, adolescents in the orphanage are now more confident in expressing
themselves, are able to structure their messages well, and show reduced anxiety
when appearing in public.
Keywords:Public Speaking, Self-Confidence, Teenagers, Orphanages, Indonesian.