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The International Association of Lions Clubs. June 7, 1917. Founder: Melvin Jones. Chicago, Illinois. 1925 Keller Challenged the Lions to be “Knights of the Blind in the Crusade Against Darkness.”. Helen Keller’s Impact. 1990-2005 - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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The International Association of Lions Clubs
June 7, 1917
Founder: Melvin Jones
Chicago, Illinois
Presentation created by: PDG Cecelia Izuo
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Helen Keller’s Impact1925
Keller Challenged the Lions to be “Knights of the Blind in the Crusade Against Darkness.”
1990-2005SightFirst Program Prevented Blindness and Restored Vision to over 24 million people. 2005-PresentSightFirst Phase II Continues and Expands the Fight to Combat Preventable Blindness
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Lions Clubs International and the United Nations
TodayContinues consultative status
Awards Peace Poster Winner on Lions Day at U.N.
1945Lions form non-governmental organizational section
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Men and Women in Service1987
Women are Welcomed
Today1.3 million women and men serve in more than 45,000 clubs in 202 Countries and Geographical areas
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The International Association of Lions Clubs
To create and foster a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation.
Mission Statement
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Lions Clubs International Objects
Create
PromoteActive Interest
Unite
Encourage
Provide
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Lions Code of Ethics
Seek successShow my faith
Building upResolve doubtHold friendshipObligationsAid othersLiberal with praise
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Lions Clubs International
Motto: We ServeSlogan: Liberty, Intelligence, Our Nation’s Safety
Colors: PurpleGold
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Lions Clubs International
The Lions face both past and future – showing both pride of heritage and confidence in the future.
Official Emblem
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LCI Organizational Chart
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International Headquarters
Staff: 290 full time employees
Location: 300 W 22nd Street Oak Brook, Illinois