Augustin Soliva, of Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil, served as president of The International Association of Lions Clubs following his election at the association's 79th International Convention, held in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, July 9-12, 1996.

Past President Soliva is a board chairman of a company.

A Lion since 1964, Past President Soliva is a Life Member of the Sao Jose dos Campos (Centro) Lions Club. He has held many positions within the association, including club president and district governor. Past President Soliva served as an appointee to the International Board of Directors in 1976-77, and as an  international director in 1980-82. He also served in his multiple district as chairman of the Governors-elect Seminar for many years and participated as a group leader during seven international seminars. Past President Soliva is serving as a Lions Clubs International board committee appointee for 1999-2000.

In recognition of his many contributions to the association, Past President Soliva has received many awards, including the 100% District Governor Award, 22 International President's Awards and the Ambassador of Good Will Award, the highest honor the association bestows upon its members. He is also a Melvin Jones Fellow.

Active in many professional organizations, Past President Soliva is a delegate of the Regional Union of Vehicle Authorization Concessionary and serves on the board of counsellors of the University of Sao Jose dos Campos.

Past President Soliva and his wife, Helena, have five children.

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