samedi 31 décembre 2016

How 19 Lions Provides Great Values And Service Orientation

By Virginia Cook


Social clubs and like organizations are numerous and have varied programs that always provide some good companionship and have systems of providing services to those in need. Many are international in scope and will have chapters in major cities in the US and around the world. Most are great organizations that have standards for the quality of life of the people who belong to it and those that they serve.

Lions Clubs International is probably one of the better fraternal groups that are well respected where members operate or chapters are located. Multiple Districts 19 Lions is an umbrella style of aggrupation covering Canadian British Columbia and the states of Idaho and Washington. It has more area to cover than average and also operates with many more chapters.

This unit is further organized into smaller regional units for better operability, cohesiveness and integrity for outreach services. The district is accessible online as well as through the various group HQs. Potential members are advised to follow their announcements closely and adhere to the advertised slogans and concerns relevant to the group.

Those who wish entry must have the primary spirit of volunteerism needed for being a Lion. This spirit moves groups and individuals to positively and concretely address the challenges facing communities all over the world. There is only one real justification for this active part of services and programs, and that is the motto, We Serve.

Founded in Chicago, Illinois on 7 June, 1917, the club has maintained the fundamental mission enshrined in its motto. Found Lion Melvin Jones had an idea that attracted the imaginations of many. In a short span of years, its populism and progressiveness created so many chapters and more have been added as it move forward in time.

The word LIONS are a set up of democratic values that protect the freedom of individuals and integrity of nations. They are an active call of duty for all members in all countries where the organization is found and where many members live. These values are Liberty, Intelligence and Our Nations Safety.

Men and women in communities who are recognized for having good reputations and are of legal age are usually invited to join. For members, there are rules and guidelines that provide a way to pick out the best potential Lions who can be of great value to service missions. Once again, all interested persons can visit local chapters for more information on this.

Colors are incorporated into organizational banners or flags to represent virtues in practice for members. The color purple represents things integrity or loyalty, and the golden colors is used to be symbolic of liberality, purity, sincerity and generosity. These symbols are usually in use for signage, official communications and dressage whenever the group is actively involved in events, programs and service missions.

Some major objectives for Lions Clubs International is to help people with problems in eyesight and hearing. Other goals are incorporated for specific missions that the group decides to be involved in, usually those relevant to current and fundamental group concerns. Government or local authorities and other service oriented groups often team up with Lions to make program deliveries that much more effective.




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