NJO Chapters

In a culturally enriched context, Orators practice speaking and leadership skills with self-confidence.

Approximately 500 participants throughout the state of New Jersey comprise the 14 U.S. chapters (an outreach chapter is located at the Ethembeni School in Port Elizabeth, South Africa). With a steady growth of the organization, in 2001 the chapters were structured according to the organization insignia colors, purple and silver. These groupings are used for the two statewide competitions in fall and spring:

PURPLE	PLATINUM
Piscataway (Founded 1986)	Somserset (Founded 1985)
Perth Amboy (Founded 1992)	Piscataway II (Founded 1994)
New Brunswick (Founded 1995)	Orange (Founded 1995)
Newark (Founded 1995)	Plainfield (Founded 1997)
Scotch Plains (Founded 1998)	Nutley (Founded 1998)
Lakewood (Founded 1999)	Plainsboro (Founded 2002)
Neptune (Founded 2001)	Freehold (Founded 2002)

In 1996 the outreach chapter located at the Ethembeni School in Port Elizabeth, South Africa was opened using the same basic principles and methodology as the NJO.

Every year, we receive numerous requests to open additional chapters. We will not, however, compromise the quality of the Orator's program and its objectives by fast and uncontrolled expansion. In order to expand, NJO must continue to attract and train quality coaches. Professionals from all walks of life who understand our goals and objectives and are willing to make a personal commitment to our organization.

The New Jersey Orators
812 Hamilton Street
Somerset, NJ 08873
732-846-5011