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Volume 1, June 2023

MD20 CENTENNIAL CONVENTION

FVP A.P. SINGH INSPIRES MD20 (Abstract)

In his keynote address, FVP A.P.Singh focused on Service,
Leadership, and Membership. He compared the lion, the
invincible king of the jungle, to the dedication of the 1.4 million Photo Journal, Courtesy Lion Shirley Maddox
Lions worldwide who believe that nothing can deter nor
discourage them from serving and bringing respite to
disadvantaged communities. “Where There’s a Need, There’s a
Lion.” We are the everyday heroes in our communities.

“In this organization, we have one title. We address each other
by the title of Lion, which is the greatest title. We are proud of our
service as a Lion,” he continued.

FVP Singh congratulated the Lions and Leos of MD20 for this
th
100 -year celebration of service at a convention.
“Leadership is not about a group of individuals occupying
positions,” he emphasized,” It is about being able to drive the
organization forward and empower the Club members to identify
and improve the quality of service. The Association of Lions
Clubs derives its power and strength from the vigor and energy of
each club”.

“Regarding Membership, MISSION 1.5, is the business of every
club. Every Club should be intentional about recruitment, and
every District should be committed to chartering new clubs and
stimulating growth. I encourage you to throw open the doors to
the young adult. We must make our organization more youth-
friendly. If we want our organization to continue, we must adjust
our strategies to accommodate their needs. It is our responsibility
to make our organization sustainable. We must work with a belief FVP A.P. Singh addresses the audience
system that we can do it.”

FVP Singh reminded us that Lions are born to win. When we
wear our pins, we send out a message that we are responsible
citizens. He noted MD20 is one of the extraordinary Multiple
District in the world and credited the Lions and Leos for the high
standards of service excellence. In conclusion, he revitalized and
emboldened the audience to anticipate another 100 tears of
humanitarian service!
Submitted by:
Lion Yolande Cadore
Kings and Queens E-News/Magazine Reporter