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In a world of need and suffering, there is someone to help. And in a world of service, there is one name that stands out among others – Lions Clubs International. That’s what we do.
The theme for the 2012-2013 year, In A World of Service, reflects the values that have been underscored for years by Lions. We are a network of over 46,000 clubs around the world, each one making a real difference in their respective communities. We may come from different backgrounds and different cultures, but we share a common value – WE SERVE. Lions combine their dedication, preparation and teamwork to achieve excellence.
DEDICATION
Lions are dedicated to providing service
Lions are dedicated to promoting literacy
The basic definition of literacy worldwide is the ability to write your name, and read at a 10 year old level. Using that basic definition, nearly one billion people worldwide are illiterate. But illiteracy isn’t found only in developing countries; twenty-one million Americans can’t read at all.
Lions can help through the Reading Action Program by doing the following:
In addition to hands-on service, Lions give from their own resources. We need to emphasize and increase support of LCIF. Consider doing the following:
PREPARATION
Lions membership strength is needed
Lions clubs are in an endurance race; completing 95 years so far. Preparation, stamina and planning are needed to continue annual membership growth. Consider organizing new clubs and recruiting members during the first quarter of the year.
Lions pursue excellence
All clubs and districts are encouraged to make four “pit stops” throughout the year – one per quarter. Use this time to reassess your clubs’ needs and your members’ needs and re-evaluate club traditions. Make sure new members are integrated into club activities, and to listen to their concerns and suggestions: Consider doing the following:
Lions make new connections to others
It would be a mistake to assume that only young people are communicating via emails, Facebook and other social media models. The world is changing and Lions are agents of change within it. Electronic communication is the most effective means to connect with people around the world in real time. Increasingly, Lions members, clubs, districts and multiple districts are online. Our ability to project our image and increase public awareness online is vital. Consider doing the following:
TEAMWORK
Lions value teamwork
Teamwork encourages creativity, allowing everyone an equal opportunity to contribute. Even in seemingly individual sports like car racing, a driver without a well-organized support crew will never successfully finish the race. Each member of a team has his or her own strengths and when all of these are used together as one, you form an unbeatable entity. A Lions team should be about giving, listening, fellowship and achieving. Consider doing the following:
Lions teams need leadership
Lions Clubs International has great leaders among our ranks. Developing leadership skills should start the day someone becomes a Lion and mentoring begins. Consider doing the following to identify and encourage potential leaders:
The international theme, In a World of Service, challenges Lions in districts and clubs to demonstrate their dedication to service with a special focus on the Reading Action Program. The Lions club relay of service through photos will make visible the power of the Lions clubs team; successfully reaching a level of excellence worldwide due to the Lions dedication, preparation and teamwork. Download the file (pdf)
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