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Leo district and multiple district officers and chairpersons can find helpful resources for running district and multiple district-level Leo events as well as an overview of leadership positions. Leo and Lion leaders can find an overview of the Leo district and multiple district structure in the Lions Board Policy, Chapter 22.
- District and multiple district Leo chairpersons
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Leo chairpersons contribute to the success of their districts through the promotion, development and continued support of Leo clubs. District and multiple district chairpersons should promote reporting of Leos in their areas and ensure that Leo clubs and membership totals are accurate and that Leo participation in learning and development events is reported in the Learn digital tool. They can also assist with the appointment of Leos or Leo-Lions as cabinet and council liaisons.
We encourage Leo chairpersons to coordinate efforts with GMT coordinators and Leo club advisors to celebrate Leos and identify opportunities for those in their last years of Leo service. This includes identifying clubs supportive of younger members and creating new clubs for Young Lions.
District and multiple district Leo chairperson resources
- Leo or Leo-Lion cabinet and council liaison
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The Leo or Leo-Lion cabinet and council liaison positions are one-year, non-voting appointed positions developed to engage young leaders and strengthen Lions districts and multiple districts. This position is an opportunity to further a Leo or Leo-Lion's leadership skills, use their experience to improve the Leo Club Program and represent the diverse views of young people in their area. These liaisons can also support recording membership growth in their area by promoting the importance of Leo reporting to both Leos and Lions.
Liaisons should also support the Leo to Lion transition by working with their respective chairperson and GMT coordinator to celebrate Leos and identify membership opportunities for those in their last years of Leo service.
Leo cabinet and council liaison resources
- Leo district and multiple district presidents
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Leo district and multiple district presidents and vice presidents are elected annually. Upon election, the presidents can appoint the districts or multiple districts secretaries and treasurers if the Leo district and multiple district secretaries and treasurers were not elected. Leo district and multiple district officers provide leadership training seminars for Leos, promote unified service activities and/or fundraising campaigns and encourage active involvement in the Leo Club Program. Leo district and multiple district presidents can also help support membership growth in their areas by working with their district or multiple district Leo membership chairperson.
Leo district and multiple district president resources
- Leo district and multiple district membership chairpersons
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The Leo district/multiple membership chairperson is a Leo who plans and implements the recruitment strategy for the district/multiple district. This position should work with their district leadership to encourage membership reporting, develop area-wide strategies and share recruitment best practices with clubs in their district. The membership chairperson is an optional position, reporting to either the district/multiple district president or vice president. This role can be appointed or elected as determined by the constitution and bylaws of the district/multiple district.
Leo district and multiple district membership chairperson resources
Hosting leadership trainings
The Leo Club Advisor Training & Orientation page is designed to provide Leo club advisors with a clearer understanding of the Leo Club Program and the role of an advisor. Districts and multiple districts can use this page to guide hosting a workshop series for Leo club advisors in their area and promote it as a valuable reference for Lions involved in the program.
District and multiple district leaders should hold Leo club officer trainings and establish an annual Leo learning and development calendar. They should also encourage Leo members to grow their learning record by participating in locally planned Leo learning events (such as the Leo Advancement Sessions) and completing courses in the Lions Learning Center (LLC). Access the LLC in Learn using your Lion Portal login credentials or click here for Lion Portal access instructions.
Reporting Leo Learning Events in the Learn App
Learn Leo Reporting Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Leo Leadership Development Opportunities
Applying for Leo grants
Districts and multiple districts are eligible for two Leo specific grants. The Leo Leadership Grant Program provides up to US$2,000 in funding for events focused on developing Leos' leadership skills. The LCIF Leo Service Grant gives up to US$5,000 to Leos that are planning a service project and need additional funds to make a greater impact in their community. Visit the Leo Grants page to learn more.
Encouraging Leo clubs to report in the Lion Portal
District and multiple district officers should use the Lion Portal to ensure that their area's club and membership information is up to date. They should also encourage Leo club officers and Leo club advisors to report and manage their membership rosters and access new member resources in the Lion Portal. Ensure Leos in your region receive important messages from Lions International and encourage clubs to report officers and members.
Reporting resources
Reporting a Leo district or multiple district
To officially establish a Leo district or multiple district, the Leo club chairperson must report district/multiple district officers in the Lion Portal. If your district or multiple district does not use the Lion Portal, the Annual Report for Leo Districts and Multiple Districts (Leo-91) can be submitted each fiscal year.
Lions districts with six or more Leo clubs may form a Leo district with the approval of the district governor. Lions multiple districts with 10 or more Leo clubs may form a Leo multiple district with the approval of the council of governors. Leo membership within the multiple district must exceed 100.
