District and International Orientation

Earlier this week we spoke about the importance of orienting a new member. In Lions the orientation is a bit different. A Lion is a member of a local club. That Lion is also a member of Lions Club International (LCI). That is the reason for extending the topic discussion beyond the local club.

District 30-M helps local clubs by having a free and on-demand orientation for new Lions. The orientation for the District lasts about 15 minutes. The one for LCI is also a 15-minute presentation. The content of each mirrors the orientation for a local club orientation.

We begin with a history of the District or LCI. We identify officers. We discuss service. We discuss the frequency and location of meetings. We discuss service projects. All of these are important to new Lions.

The District and LCI each have a 501(c)(3) foundation. While they work hand-in-hand, each is unique and distinctive.

There is a reason for having 3 different orientation sessions. We want to prevent “information overload”. Ideally, the new Lion receives the local club orientation within a month of becoming a Lion. It can be before joining too. Wait about 3 months before watching the district orientation. Wait another 3 months for the LCI orientation. Waiting gives time for information to sink in. The time delay helps a new Lion fully understand why the club does certain things in certain ways.

A comprehensive orientation is most certain way to establish a solid foundation about how Lions operate at each level.

PLEASE REMEMBER – There is a free webinar at 9:00 a.m. Saturday tailored for Mississippi Lions. Moving Mississippi Lions Forward - Learning to Serve Together explains how to grow Lions membership in your club. Past International Director Jerome Thompson is the main speaker. He will provide a thorough overview of the North American Membership Initiative (NAMI). I will discuss the District 30-M NAMI goals for the district, local clubs and individual Lions.

Does your club have fears about serving others during the coronavirus? PID Jerome has several simple and affordable ideas. One or two of those ideas might just fit your club and your community. Providing meaningful service is the key to membership growth.

This is a free webinar that only requires pre-registration.


We Serve because Kindness Matters 

Lion Andy Kalinowski (Andy K) 
First Vice District Governor / District Governor Elect 
662.549.3421 

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