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Social Diversity in Lions
Social Diversity describes the broad societal influences surrounding our community such as race, culture, religion, age, gender and personal circumstance. Social diversity should be a ‘no-brainer’ for Lions Clubs; Lions exists in 206 countries around the world, in all walks of life, and across gender and social boundaries. One of the great benefits for Lions … Continue reading
“Just quietly…”: Three generations of Lions
I had the pleasure to attend the 50th Anniversary of the Charter of Northcote Lions Club in Victoria last year. The proud motto on the night was ” Chartered 1st December 1962: Still Going Strong”. Congratulations to the organisers for a fun and memorable night. It was a wonderful venue, great service and food, good … Continue reading
Young people love Lions
From Global Membership Team National Coordinator – Bob Radford This ABC radio interview with two long standing members of the Irymple Lions Club and of an eighteen year old young lady who has just joined the club, gives great exposure to the benefits membership of Lions Clubs, both on a personal basis and to the … Continue reading
Distinction, Lasting Legacies, Friendship and Responsibilities
From PDG Elvio Munzone Membership Director Lions Club of Lugarno 201N5 Membership in Lions offers a distinction found in few other organisations. A distinction Lions have enjoyed since our earliest days, a distinction which will remain as one of our greatest legacies to future generations. The prestige of being a member of the world’s leading service … Continue reading
Why would I join your club: Looking after those interested new volunteers
There is nothing better than getting some practical advice. I remember being interviewed for a job and was told by the interviewer that ‘experience is so much more important that theories, skills and training’. In short; “if you have done it before, all things being equal, I know you will be able to do it … Continue reading
Lions are working for a better world
Original article published in Newcastle Herald 28 September 2012
Lions are working towards a better world
This opinion piece by Lions International Vice President Palmer was published in the Newcastle Herald on 28 September 2012 Until you make a deep and longstanding commitment to volunteering; it’s hard to understand how much our communities need volunteers. Ordinary, generous and committed people “giving freely of their time, labour and means”. That’s one of … Continue reading
Watch out – Lion Muddy Waters hits the road!
Peter “Muddy” Waters a long standing supporter of children with disabilities and mentor to children with Cerebral Palsy approached Variety and Lions with a fundraising concept he was extremely passionate about. Peter, a Cerebral Palsy sufferer himself and member of Lions Club International (Werribee), is determined to ride a wheelchair scooter from Sydney to Melbourne … Continue reading
Lions Action on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Darren is learning through stories. Since July 2011 Australian MD 201 Lions have been campaigning for increased funding for early intervention education and therapy for preschool children with autism spectrum disorders. Early intervention therapies are very costly but effective in improving the life outcomes of children with Autism [ASD]. Lions established a National Project … Continue reading
