MULTIPLE DISTRICT 201, AUSTRALIA, PAPUA NEW GUINEA, NORFOLK ISLAND Lions Opportunity for Youth

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Australian Lions Children's Mobility Foundation The Australian Lions Children's Mobility Foundation, proudly supporting the Hart Walker Program in Australia. Lions within Australia are working hand in hand with the State Cerebral Palsy Associations to assist children who are affected by Cerebral Palsy, providing funding for Hart Walkers and other mobility devices to allow children to stand and walk to the best of their ability. The Motto of the Australian Lions Children's Mobility Foundation is "Walk With Pride" Mission Statement "To fund mobility devices for children with disabilities, giving these children a chance to walk". Objects To provide funding support for mobility devices for children with disabilities To seek direct funding from Lions Clubs. To co-ordinate the various programs between Lions Clubs and the specialist support organisations. To promote the Foundation with, and seek funding from outside sources. To use national programs, such as "Walk For An Aussie Kid"®, to promote the Foundation and augment funding Australian Lions Drug Awareness Foundation The Australian Lions Drug Awareness Foundation comprising ordinary Australians and drug abuse experts, was formed by Australian Lions Clubs in 1984. Using donations and grants, the Foundation funds and initiates projects to help Australians - especially children - become aware of the danger of drugs. Its many resources provide invaluable assistance to the community in fighting Australia's growing drug problem. Leo Clubs What are Leo Clubs? An official activity of Lions Clubs International, the Leo Club program encourages young people aged 16-28 years to serve others in their community and around the world. Why should I become a Leo? By becoming a Leo you are helping to prepare for your future by developing leadership, organisational and social skills. By volunteering your time and talents for the benefits of others you will learn first hand the value and rewards of service. In addition to all the serious stuff you will also have fun and make great new friends. Lions Quest What are the aims of the Quest program? The Quest program aims to encourage and equip key adults in the lives of children with state of the art resources which are essential for the healthy development of young people. Lions-Quest programs aim to help young people develop positive commitments to their peers, and communities. How does it work? Parents, educators, business and community leaders, and other adults who are key figures in the lives of youth are brought together in effective local partnerships where their individual skills are complemented and reinforced. There are essentially three quest programs with the "Skills for Growing' program targeting 5-10 year old, "Skills for Adolescence' aimed at 11-14 year old, and the "Skills for Action' program focussing on 15-18 year olds. The programs focus on developing essential life and citizenship skills that lead to positive social behaviours such as; responsibility, good judgement, self-discipline, getting along with others, avoiding harmful use of drugs, and providing service to others. Peace Poster Contest The Lions International Peace Poster Contest was created in 1988 to give young people an opportunity to express their feelings about peace. Since then, more than 1.9 million children from approximately 65 countries have participated in the annual contest. "Give Peace a Chance" is the theme of the 2004-05 Peace Poster Contest. Lions clubs can sponsor the program in their community for children in local schools or organized, sponsored youth groups. Students, ages 11, 12 or 13 on November 15, 2004, are eligible to participate. Students select a medium as outlined in the contest rules to draw, paint or sketch their interpretation of the contest's theme. Youth Exchange What is the aim of the Youth Exchange Program? The objectives of Youth Exchange are to bring young people into contact with citizens of other countries, thus promoting international understanding and goodwill throughout the world. What destinations for exchange are available? Youth from Australia are able to participate in exchange programs with Brazil, Canada, District to District, Continental Europe, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, South Africa, UK-Scandinavia, USA, International Youth Camps. In addition the Youth Exchange program offers an opportunity for Australia Lions to host International Exchangees. Lions Youth of the Year Quest What is the Youth of the Year Quest? The Lions Youth of the Year Quest is a project of the Lions Clubs of Australia and Papua New Guinea. The Quest is designed to encourage student interest in leadership and the qualities required to take an active and constructive role in community. It does this by selecting an outstanding young person from candidates throughout Australia to travel overseas and act as an ambassador for Lions Clubs International Multiple Districts 201. What skills are required of the participant? The Quest seeks a high level of academic, leadership, sporting, public speaking and citizenship achievement in it's potential winners. By emphasising these qualities it hopes to provide outstanding role models for the youth of Australia and an overall increase in the confidence of participants. Lions Young Ambassadors of the 21st Century Award. The Lions Young Ambassadors of the 21st Century Award program is part of the Lions Opportunities for Youth initiative. The mission of Lions Opportunities for Youth is: To provide the young people of the world with opportunities for achievement, learning, contribution and service, individually and collectively, sponsorship of activities identified as best practices in the field of youth development. By example and through encouragement, Lions play an important role in fostering leadership qualities and community service commitment in young people. The Lions Young Ambassadors of the 21st Century Award program expands Lions opportunities to inspire and recognise outstanding youth. The award recognises young people (suggested ages 15 - 19) for their outstanding community service involvement, leadership accomplishments, public speaking skills and scholastic achievement. Recommended for the district, multiple district and constitutional area levels, the award provides youth with an incentive to excel in service and leadership. At the same time, the award program enables a Lions district/multiple district to challenge young people and provide resulting benefits for youth and Lions. Lions Young Leaders in Service Awards The Lions Young Leaders in Service Awards recognise young people (suggested ages 12-18) for their community service within a 12 month period: 50 hrs of service=Silver Seal Award. 100 hrs of service=Gold Seal Award. Experience the benefits for youth, the community and your club! Youth will: Experience the rewards of community service. Achieve significant levels of community involvement. Receive recognition and awards. The Community will: Improve through young people's service efforts. Become more aware of service opportunities. Nurture ongoing service by young people and others. Your Lions club will: Build community relationships. Encourage people to serve the community. Introduce young people to future service and leadership opportunities.