LEO CLUBS PROGRAM
LEO PROGRAM
Youth Development Program
Leo Program is a leading youth development program of Lions Clubs International, the world’s largest service club organization; it is publicly accountable to the community. A Leo Club must be sponsored by a Lions Club which takes this programme as one of their activities for the youth. Leo Club consists of a group of young people banded together to promote service activities especially among the youth. Lions Club can provide training for youth by forming Leo Clubs in local schools or communities and continuously sponsoring it.
“Where there’s a need, there’s a Leo.”
Leadership, Experience, Opportunity.” That’s what makes a Leo. As the youngest members of Lions Clubs International, Leos embody the best qualities of our incredible organization.
LEO CLUB HISTORY
Youth Development Program
Abington High School Leo Club was founded by Glenside Lions Club in Abington, Pennsylvania, USA, with 35 high school boys in 1957. In 1964, Leo Club Program became an official district project in Pennsylvania and other surrounding areas. The Leo Club Program became an official program of Lions Clubs International in the year 1967.
On 2nd September 1970, Leo Club of Anderson School, Ipoh which was the first Leo Club in Malaysia was formed. Leo Club of Anderson School, Ipoh was not only the first Leo Club in District 308 B2, but it’s also the first Leo Club in the Multiple District 308 (Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei).
WE BELIEVE
Leo Club Objective
To provide the youth of the world with an opportunity for development and contribution, individually and collectively, as responsible members of the local, national and international community.
Leo Club Purpose
To promote services activities among the youth of the communities which will develop the individual qualities of LEADERSHIP, EXPERIENCE and OPPORTUNITY.
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Leo Club Motto
To provide the youth of the world with an opportunity for development and contribution, individually and collectively, as responsible members of the local, national and international community.
TYPE OF LEO CLUBS
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Alpha Leo Club
- Members are Leos from the school ages from 13-18 years old.
- Focus on: Character Development, Team Building, Community service in an education context.
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Omega Leo Club
- Members are Leos ages 18-30 years old.
- Focus on: Professional Development, Leadership Skills, International Contacts, Community service.