Introducing LEO Clubs

In October 1967, the board of directors of Lions Clubs International adopted the LEO Club Program as an official program of the association. Open to males and females, the objective of the LEO Club Program was (and still is):
"...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."
The LEO club motto is:

• Leadership - LEOs develop skills as organizers, time managers and motivators of their peers.
• Experience - LEOs learn the importance of cooperation through community service.
• Opportunity - Membership provides young people with a chance to excel, to develop positive character traits, and to receive recognition for their contributions to the community.

There are approximately 144,000 Leos and 5,700 Leo clubs in more than 140 countries worldwide.
LEO Clubs are youth organizations of Lions Clubs International, which in its own existence seeks to serve people in need with special emphasis and focus on children, and while different clubs around the world dedicate their efforts to diverse underprivileged segments and developmental aspects, each and every club shares the same vision and passion to service.