Leo Club Constitution & By-Laws: What Every New Leo Should Know
Welcome to Leoism! As you begin your journey, it’s important to understand the foundation that shapes how Leo Clubs work globally. This foundation is built on the Constitution and By-Laws a set of rules and principles that ensure unity, purpose, and professionalism across all Leo Clubs.
What Is the Leo Constitution?
The Constitution is like the official rulebook for Leo Clubs worldwide, designed by Lions Clubs International (LCI). It ensures that every Leo Club, whether in a big city or a small town, follows the same values and standards. It defines,
The purpose of Leoism: To help young people grow through service, leadership, and experience.
Who Leos are: Members of a youth program supported by the Lions Clubs International.
What we do: Engage in community service, build leadership skills, and work together in friendship and fellowship.
Every Leo Club must adopt this Standard Constitution to be officially recognized by LCI.
Key Parts of the Constitution
1. Program Ownership: The Leo Club Program is an official youth program of Lions Clubs International, and LCI holds complete authority over its policies.
2. Leo Identity: Our logo (two lion heads with the letters L-E-O) and the name “Leo” are owned by LCI and symbolize our bond with Lions worldwide.
3. Club Sponsorship: No Leo Club can exist without a sponsoring Lions Club. They guide, mentor, and support us in all our activities.
4. Membership: Leos can be students, working youth, or professionals in training. Clubs can be considered as school based, community based, or other organizations like university based.
5. Local By-Laws: Each club can create additional rules (by-laws), but they must align with the standard constitution and get approval from the sponsoring Lions Club.
Why It Matters
Understanding the Constitution and By-Laws helps you become a more responsible and empowered Leo. It ensures you’re aware of your rights, your responsibilities, and the legacy of Leoism that you are now part of. As you grow in your Leo journey, these guidelines will help you lead projects, manage teams, and make a lasting impact, just like thousands of Leos across the globe.
Attached herewith is the latest edition of Leo Constitution