Advanced Leader Silver
ALS — District-Level Leadership Recognition
The Advanced Leader Silver (ALS) recognizes Toastmasters members who have demonstrated leadership excellence both within their club and at the district level.
What is the ALS Award?
The Advanced Leader Silver (ALS) is a Toastmasters leadership designation that represents the second tier of the advanced leadership track, building on the Advanced Leader Bronze (ALB). It requires members to go beyond club service and contribute at the district or community level — through district officer roles, club building, or a High Performance Leadership project.
The ALS is one of the key milestones on the road to the Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) award. It demonstrates that a member has not only led within their own club but has also made a meaningful contribution to the broader Toastmasters organization.
Requirements to Earn the ALS
Hold an Advanced Leader Bronze (ALB) Designation
The ALS builds directly on the ALB. You must have already served in a club officer role, completed the Competent Leadership manual, and attended club officer training.
Serve as a Club Officer for 12 Months
Serve in an elected club officer role for a full 12 months. This can be in one role for two consecutive terms, or two different officer roles across different years.
Complete a High Performance Leadership (HPL) Project
Lead a team project using the High Performance Leadership program. This involves identifying a goal, forming a team, planning, executing, and reviewing the project outcomes — typically a community or club initiative.
Serve at District Level or Complete Club Building
Serve as a District officer (Area Director, Division Director, or higher) for at least 6 months, OR sponsor a new club, OR serve as a club coach and help a club increase membership to at least 20 members.
Attend a Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI)
Participate in a district-organized Toastmasters Leadership Institute training session. TLIs provide leadership education and keep officers current on best practices.
Club Officer Roles That Count
President
Leads the club, chairs meetings, oversees all officers
VP Education
Schedules speeches, tracks member progress, manages Base Camp
VP Membership
Recruits new members, handles applications and orientations
VP Public Relations
Manages club communication and public image
Secretary
Handles correspondence, minutes, and officer records
Treasurer
Manages club finances and dues payments
Sergeant at Arms
Sets up meeting space and manages club materials
Typical Timeline
2–4 years
From ALB to ALS
Requires district-level service in addition to club roles
12 months
Club Officer Service
Full year of elected club officer service required
3–6 months
HPL Project
Typical duration for planning and executing an HPL project
Benefits of the ALS
- ✓District-level leadership recognition, beyond the club level
- ✓Real-world project leadership experience through the HPL program
- ✓Expanded professional network across district clubs and divisions
- ✓Demonstrates advanced organizational and team-building skills
- ✓Key credential on the path to the Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM)
- ✓Recognition of commitment to both club and community service
Tips for Earning the ALS
Plan your HPL project around club or community needs
The best HPL projects solve a real problem — like increasing membership, improving meeting quality, or hosting a community event.
Run for Area Director as soon as eligible
Area Director is the most accessible district officer role and a natural step after club officer service.
Keep documentation of all service
Save records of your officer terms, TLI attendance, and HPL project materials for your award application.
Serve in diverse roles
Different officer roles develop different skills. Try both operational roles (Secretary, Treasurer) and strategic ones (VP Education, President).