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Global Leo Conference Chicago 2007
More than 225 Leos from all over the world attended the Global Leo Conference during the Lions  International Convention in Chicago, USA, July 2-6, 2007. Leos attended lively discussion groups with themes including "Leadership Skills" and "Strengthening the Leo Club Program." The conference opened with Immediate Past International President Ross welcoming Leos to the convention. A Leo 50th Anniversary Reception was held where RJ Crace, a past Leo club president, who is also blind and partially deaf, gave a keynote speech. First Vice President Al Brandel also stopped in to address the 150+ Leos in attendance. More than 125 Leos marched with the Leos of the World parade float, and International President Amarasuriya spoke and took questions during the Leo Farewell Assembly. Information on the panel discussion, which will be shared with international officers will be made available in the Leos at Convention section soon. Look for information on the 2007 Leo conference in Bangkok 2008 in the coming months.
Leo of the Year Winners 2005-06
To view the list of outstanding Leos for 2005-06, click here.
Leo Directory Online
The Leo Club Directory is located in the Club Locator section of this Web site. Search for Leo clubs by name, district number, or city in all eleven official languages of Lions Clubs International. Click here.
Serving Together Banner Patch
Leo clubs that complete a joint project with their Lions club sponsor (a service project, meeting, or participation in each others' activities) can apply for the Serving Together Banner Patch Award (Leo-ST).
Report your Leo club officers
Submit your Annual Leo Club Officer and Membership Report (Leo-72) online, via e-mail, fax, or mail. Presidents that include their e-mail address will receive the Leo e-News each quarter. Leo e-News highlights current information from headquarters on the Leo Club Program.
Online Forms and Publications
Many Leo forms and publications are available online. Click here to reach the Resources section of this Web site.
Change in Leo Constitution
The age range for Omega Leos is now the age of legal adulthood to an age deemed appropriate by the multiple district (or single district if it is not a sub-district of a multiple district). To view the revised constitution, click here.
Leo-to-Lion Transition
When Alpha Leos reach the legal age of majority in their country and Omega Leos reach the maximum age as determined by their multiple district, they can continue to serve their communities as Lions club members. The following programs provide for an easy transition from a Leo club member to a Lions club member.
Leo Years of Service Transfer Program: Former Leos can complete the Leo Years of Service Record to receive credit for their Leo years of service in their Lions club membership history. The Lions club secretary submits the form to the Youth Programs Department at International Headquarters.
Leo Completion of Service Certificate Guidelines: Leos in good standing can receive a Leo Completion of Service Certificate. The certificate waives the US$25 Lions club new member fee or the US$30 Lions club charter member fee for former Leos. Sponsoring Lions club presidents, secretaries or Leo club advisors can request the certificate on behalf of the Leo. The free certificate is available from the Youth Programs Department at International Headquarters.
Leo Lions Club: Leos can form their own Lions club and keep the term "Leo" in their club name. A Leo Lions club can be started with 20 or more members. For more information, contact the Membership and Extension Division at International Headquarters.
New Century Lions Club: Created for young adults up to the age of 35, New Century Lions Clubs have all the same Lions club rights, privileges, and responsibilities. New Century Lions have more flexibility in club operations and fewer administrative reporting requirements.
For more information, contact the Lions Membership and Extension Division at International Headquarters.
Special Leo Tab
Former Leo members can purchase a Leo tab to wear with their Lions pin. The tab is available in the Lions Club Supplies Catalog.
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