INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT’S PROGRAMME

MIRACLES THROUGH SERVICE

International President Al Brandel of Melville, New York, who will be inaugurated Ninety second President of the International Association of Lions Clubs during the Third Plenary Session of the 91st International Convention in Bangkok on June 27, will base his 2008-2009 International Programme on the Theme, Miracles Through Service, which is depicted in the Logo shown here.

Following is the abbreviated version of International President's Programme :

Focus on Community Service

Our members are passionate about service projects. Whether the projects are local or global in scope, Lions are the everyday heroes accomplishing Miracles Through Service all over the world. Visible community projects attract new members, and involving members in hands-on projects keeps members active, develops their leadership and teamwork skills, and renews their commitment to Lionism.

Community Service Activities

• Hands on community service • Disaster relief program/Alert program • Diabetes awareness • Environmental programs • Lions Quest • Eyeglass recycling • Eyeglass and medical missions

LCIF

• Emergency grants • Miracles through LCIF grants • Eye hospitals & research

Focus on Membership

Maintaining a strong, thriving membership is necessary to meet community needs through service. Service is a source of member pride, and promoting service helps members recruit new members. Team leadership is necessary to succeed in recruiting and retaining members as well as organizing new clubs.

Leadership

• District teamwork • Club officer teamwork • Succession planning • Excellence awards

Membership

• Membership growth planning • Membership mentoring • Extension workshops/charter new clubs • Retention clinics

Public Relations

• Increase members pride in Lions projects/programs • Peace Poster Contest • LCI brand re-vitalization • Increase visibility through Lions vests, badges, shirts • Build partnerships with public officials • Everyday Heroes Contest