What is Leo?
LEO is a programme of The International Association of Lions Clubs.
Brief History.
The first Leo club was formed in Abington High School, Pennsylvania, USA in 1957. Lions Cubs International officially adopted the Leo club program as an activity of the Lions clubs in 1967. Total world population of Leo 140,000 The first club formed in Malaysia was the Anderson High School in Ipoh on 2nd September 1970. Total population of Leo in Malaysia Peninsular is 9,800 where District B2 has 5,100 and District 308 B1 has 4,700.
Leo Pledge.
I pledge of my hand, extended and open, to help those in need
I pledge of heart, reach for it, and it will be touched
I pledge of my ears, to hear another's out cry
my eyes to see the plight of others
my knowledge to bring a man closer to his dream
I pledge of myself, for the betterment of my community and my country
What are the objectives of a Leo Club?
The object is to provide the youth of the world an opportunity for development and contribution, individually and collectively as responsible members of the local, national and international community.
What is the purpose of a Leo Club?
Leo club has being formed with a purpose to promote services activities among the youth of the communities which will develop the individual qualities of LEADERSHIP, EXPERIENCE and OPPORTUNITY’.
What does Leo signify?
L – E – O
Leadership – Experience - Opportunity
Leo emblem.The emblem of the Leo Club consists of two gold Lion’s head facing outward from each other, divided by a vertical maroon bar with the letters LEO in gold from top to bottom. The emblem is highly significant. It represents Leos looking in all directions for opportunities to give unselfish services. Symbolically, the lion faces past and future – proud of the past and confident of the future.The colours: Maroon & Gold.
-Maroon stands for loyalty to country, friends, to one’s self and integrity to mind and heart. Also for strength, courage and tireless dedication to a cause.
-Gold symbolises sincerity of purpose, liberality in judgement, purity in life and generosity in mind, heart and purse to those in need.
