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G.A.T MATTERS
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LEADING IN A WORLD OF SERVICE

“YOUR CLUB…YOUR DISTRICT LEVEL - The District Gov-
WAY” My Fellow Lions and Leos: ernor and Past District Governors conduct
an annual training session with special
An Overview. We are pleased to present a synopsis of the focus on newly elected officers. This ori-
presentations delivered by the Global Leadership entation clarifies their roles and responsi-
Team at our GAT Conference on November 21. bilities for managing the club efficiently
and effectively.
VDG Anthony offered strategies for Qualities of an Effective Lions Club Leader.
structuring the protocol of club meet- STATE LEVEL – MD20 LIONS’
ings and aligning it with members’ Presented by: LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE - This pro-
interests. PDG Pauline C. Francis gram is open to Presidents and Past Presi-
Key points included: The goal of the Global Leadership Team is to dents. It targets aspiring leaders and offers
identify and train prospective leaders through highly specialized training in team build-
 Consideration of the general Leadership Development Initiatives. ing, goal setting, time management, project
meeting types (traditional, con- management, conflict resolution and other
nected, or combination of the In order to be an effective Lion Leader at the critical aspects of administration. It pre-
two) club level, one must have a solid foundation in pares Lions to assume leadership responsi-
the mission and objectives of Lionism. A leader bilities at the District level.
 Reviewing the elements of a club must also be knowledgeable about the responsi-
meeting and considering ways to bilities of each office, including those related to ADVANCED LIONS’ LEADERSHIP
encourage member involvement INSTITUTE – The goal of this academy is
Committee Chairs.
within an inviting atmosphere; to intensify leadership skills in preparation
Club / Lion Leaders strengthen their leadership
 Determining and sharing the skills and achieve excellence by attending Train- for responsibilities as a Zone, Region or
purpose and goals of the meeting ing, Seminars and Workshops at the District, other administrative District positions.
(e.g. plan events or projects, en- State and International Levels. An effective Candidates must have completed at least
joy fellowship, present informal Lion Leader should also participate in Conven- one successful term as a club President and
speakers, or just socializing) tions and other Leadership Institutes. never served as a First Vice District Gover-
nor. Candidates must also be willing to
 Reviewing appropriate Dress Other qualities of an effective Lions Club Lead- commit to all days of the Institute.
Code for specific meetings. er include:
THE USA / CANADA LEADERSHIP
 Successful practices include start- * Ability to set achievable goals. FORUM - This is another outstanding
ing and ending on time, providing learning opportunity. It is offered annual-
and maintaining transparency by * Effective delegation of responsibilities. ly in various States and is designed to
distributing Minutes and Treasur- * Be a good listener. motivate Lions to understand and remedy
er’s Reports). the needs of their community. Some sem-
 Inviting local leaders from public * Model a Lion who is successful. inars are interactive, and encourage an
or business sectors to address the * Involve members in planning. exchange of ideas that promote collabora-
club about community issues and tion.
concerns. * Conduct a well-organized meeting. LIONS’ UNIVERSITY- This is an online
 Featuring meaningful and inter- * Take the initiative to strengthen the club. “School” for Lions who prefer to study
esting activities while offering and learn at their own pace. Instruction is
opportunities for members to * Treat members with respect provided via “live” seminars with oppor-
learn about local issues of interest tunity for immediate feedback from the
to the club, * Communicate with club members instructor. Supplementary resource materi-
al is also provided online for reinforcement
 Encouraging members to become * Recognize other Lion members for their and review. Upon successful completion of
involved and serve on projects achievements and successes each course, a certificate is awarded. After
that offer solutions to identified Handouts on all topics were distributed at the the required curriculum of coursework has
problems.
GAT Conference. been successfully completed, the Lion
candidate is eligible for the Bachelor’s,
For more information on the Global Leadership Master’s or Doctoral Degree. The applica-
VDG Anthony also presented features Team, or if you need a Guest Speaker for your ble diplomas are presented to the graduat-
of the “Connected” clubs which con- Club or Advisory Committee Meeting, please ing Lions by the International President at
nect and meet via smart phone, social contact us via the District Directory. the following USA / CANADA LEADER-
gatherings, or service projects.
Respectfully Submitted by: SHIP FORUM

The Global Leadership Team
Lion Anthony B. Cochran
PDG Pauline C. Francis, Coordinator
1st. Vice District Governor Continue on next page