Leo History

A lot of people outside must be thinking WHAT is LEO actually?

Well here is what i think LEO is.
LEO is a community club for young people aged 12-28 or for the correct info its
Leo Clubs are an Official Activity of Lions Clubs International that encourages young men and women between ages of 12 to 28 to serve others in their community and around the world.

Well after we know what is LEO.. Some would have questioned what is LIONS? Are they just what they call? NO.
LIONS from my oppinion is a club that guide LEO for their activities or
It is the world’s largest and most active service club organisation, adhering to the basic principle of humanitarian service to the community. It was founded in 7th June 1917. Lion Melvin Jones is the founder.

Well every clubs have its motto, same goes to LIONS and LEOS
'WE SERVE'

The slogans for Lions is

L- Liberty
I- Intelligence
O-Our
N-Nation's
S- Safety

Lions Colours

Gold & Purple

Now for the relationship between the LEOS and the LIONS.
Some may say LIONS are teachers to LEOS or mother to their children or
Lions supervise and educate Leos by organising seminars and workshops for them. Lions provide proper guidance and counsel to enable the Leos to be responsible for planning and implementing projects

Lions will appoint Leo Club Advisors to be present at meetings of the Leo Clubs. Leo Clubs are a long-term project of Lions Club.

Now WHO are the LEOS?

Leos are young men and women of high moral standards ages 12 to 28, who are dedicated to making a difference in their community and are not members of other service clubs.

Our objective for this club is
The objective is to provide the youth of the world (with) an opportunity for development and contribution, individually and collectively, as responsible members of the local, national and international community.

Through our pledge, we honour our words.

The purpose of this club is
The purpose is to promote service activities among the youth of the community that will develop the individual qualities of…LEADERSHIP, EXPERIENCE & OPPORTUNITY

The Benefits and Privileges
Making new friends; viewing the world through another’s perspective; developing confidence; gaining organisational skills through hands-on experience; experiencing teamwork; having fellowship, participating in youth camps and youth exchange program etc.
You will enjoy the global identity of a worldwide organisation. You will learn from other young people around the world and participate in international conventions and forums. You can enrol into the Continuous Leo Development program which teaches you on leadership, experience and opportunity.

Knowing who are your district officers
Your Leo Advisor will brief you on your District Governor, District Chairman for Leo Club, Regional Committee Chairman for Leo Club, sponsoring Lions club president, Faculty advisor,

sponsoring Lions Club and Leo clubs in your area.

Thanks for reading i hope you would look forward to join this club after knowing the history of our club.


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