12/21/2016

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 one such organization and it is well recognized and respected wherever individuals and chapters are. Multiple Districts 19 Lions is the relevant district for the states and provinces of Washington, Idaho and British Columbia. This is the type of district that covers several states and have more chapters than the average district.

This particular Lions unit is also categorized into distinct operational groups per region, to provide integrity and better coordination especially in action programs. People can know about this particular district online and through HQs and chapters. Those who want to become a Lion should take it upon themselves to learn what they can about the organization.

For beginners, the primary requirement is having the spirit of volunteerism. This has given members, either working as individuals or groups, good answers to whatever community challenges there are that need addressing all over the globe. These are justified through the motto, We Serve, and it is the only one needed.

The organization was founded on June 7, 1917 in the city of Chicago. It has maintained its primary mission of through its existence in a way that encapsulates the organizational symbol. It grew into many chapters in a very short time, due to its progressive vision and populist strategy, and the club has kept on growing through time.

LIONS stand for the the virtues that its members practice and made into a practical slogan. These virtues are Liberty, Intelligence and Our Nations Safety. It is part of the democratic process that the group has propagated with great success in many countries, with the help of many members in those same countries.

All good men and women of good repute and who are of legal age are invited to join the organization. There is a set of guidelines that enables members to screen for the right kind of people who will provide great service to others through club programs and systems. Again, going to the local chapter office for announcements is best practice here.

There are flags and banners used by the group to represent all the virtues it stands for. Purple is meant to symbolize integrity and loyalty, gold symbolizes the virtues of liberality, purity, sincerity and generosity. The relevant colors are often used in sashes, uniforms and other official signage used during missions and socials.

The primary concerns or goals set for Lions Clubs is in providing relevant help for those who have need eyesight or hearing preserved. More objectives can be decided on for practical purposes for the group, and these can be connected to current concerns. These are usually in connection with programs for local authorities and other groups who often team up with clubs to provide more effective delivery and intensive service.




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