April is Leo (Youth) Awareness Month!
A Year in Review
The last 12 months have been nothing but opportunities for Lions to try new things, explore membership growth in new ways, and engaging members in less traditional ways. It certainly has been a trying year for my family, my friends around the world, and those that we serve. The one thing that remained constant is hope that we can build the next generation of servant leaders in Lionism.

This Lion year began in July 2020. We had a fall series I called, "the Empower Hour" as a means to get Leo Advisors and Leos involved. We had Leos visit from India to share their experience and how Leo's service empowers them with new skills and a global network of friendships. The Virginia Gateway Lions Club will have Leos from Uruguay and the District speak at their club as a way to recognize Leos and learn what they are all about. The events listed below are intended to help all Clubs to join in the spirit of Leo (Youth) Awareness Month! Please volunteer to help me with any of these activities - no experience is required!

Let's Talk Leo Clubs!
April 1, 2021 @ 6:30 PM
Join me for a candid conversation about Leo Clubs. Whether you are Lions Starting, revitalizing, sustaining, or canceling Leo Clubs, this time and space are for YOU!

Whether you are a club officer or a member at large, new Lion or tenured Lion, you are welcome to the conversation to share your concerns/challenges, your success, and your wisdom.

Lions must register here:

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
Social Media Volunteers & Interns Need for April - June 2021!
Do you know any high school or college students interested in learning how to manage social media? This is an unpaid volunteer/internship for high school seniors or college students opportunity to work remotely from home with Lion Dr. Erika Laos to learn how to manage social media and communication tools. Volunteers/interns do not have to be Leos or Lions to serve as social media interns.
You may get credit through your school pending appropriate coordination.
This is a chance to gain valuable work skills! Limited positions are available!
DEADLINE to apply: Sunday, April 4, 2021, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Email your resume and your interest to Dr. Erika Laos erika.laos@gmail.com as soon as possible or call her at (571)330-3101 for more information!
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Volunteers Needed to help facilitate April events!

What: Help us lead games
Who: All Leos ages 16-18 and any Lions of their family members willing to work with young people virtually
Dates/Times: See below
Email:
erika_laos@yahoo.com
if interested as soon as possible!
Let's have some fun during Leo Awareness Month!
Register to participate!

What: Virtual Series
Who: All Leos and all Lions with their children, nieces, nephews, or grandchildren
Times: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
Register for the events:
April 09, 2021: https://bit.ly/319qnd2
April 16, 2021: https://bit.ly/2OXrxWp
April 23, 2021: https://bit.ly/2P1noAP
April 30, 2021: https://bit.ly/3c8uEU9
How Volunteering Changed My Life
Being a Leo: Pritchard Muzanarwo
Thank you for all you do to motivate, engage, and inspire young people to serve their communities!

Yours in Lionism,
Lion Dr. Erika Laos
District 24-L Leo Chairperson
Direct (571)330-3101
"No person was ever honored for what s/he received. Honor has been the reward for what s/he gave." ~ Calvin Coolidge, U.S. President 1923-1929
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