Lions of Georgia Handbook

This is a comprehensive guide to Lionism in Georgia. The publication was developed under the leadership of MD18 Council of Governors. The information used in this publication comes from many sources including Lions Clubs International, Georgia Lions Lighthouse Foundation, Georgia Lions Camp for the Blind and from the hard work and dedication of many MD18 Lions. This is the third printing of the handbook and is provided on this website as a online aid for the Lions of Georgia and the Lions of the world. Development of this book was completed under the leadership of PCC Mark Miller.

The links below will direct you to selected chapters of the book or you may view the entire book. All sections of this book has been reproduced in PDF format. It is best viewed with DSL connection or better as some of these files are large.

Printed copies of this handbook are available in limited quantities from the Council of Governors. Plans are underway to update parts of the book to reflect the roles and duties of the 1st and 2nd Vice District Governors.

	Whole Book Size 11.4 MB This is the complete book in one file. You may find to easier to viewing individual chapters in order to find what you are looking for.
	Table of Contents Size 167 KB Introduction and Table of Contents
	Chapter 1: We are Lions Size 423 KB An overview of what Lions Clubs are all about.
	Chapter 2: Inside a Club Size 1 MB Overview of the Structure of a Lions Club, including the model constitution and by-laws.
	Chapter 3: Club Meetings Size 438 KB How to make your club meetings really click with your members.
	Chapter 4: Membership Size 1.6 MB How to grow your club with quality service minded folks.
	Chapter 5: Lions Roar Size 1.1 MB Letting your community know about your Lions Club.
	Chapter 6: Club Secretary Size 1.6 MB The club secretary is the vital link for communications.
	Chapter 7: Youth Programs Size 625 KB Learn about all the youth programs that your club can take advantage of.
	Chapter 8: Community Needs Size 1.2 MB Ideas to make sure that your club's projects are in tune with the community needs.
	Chapter 9: Sight Services Size 960 KB From eye glasses to white canes, Lions are the Knights for the blind.
	Chapter 10: Awards Size 992 KB Overview of the awards that Lions can earn for their hard work.
	Chapter 11: Beyond Size 993 KB Understanding your District, State and International Association.
	Chapter 12: Zone Chair Size 350 KB A special guide for zone chairs.
	Chapter 13: Recognition Size 621 KB Ideas for how to thank Lions that serve.
	Chapter 14: Protocol Size 95 KB The formal rules of protocol are reviewed and explained.
	Chapter 15: Glossary Size 74 KB A quick guide to common Lions terms.
	Index Size 81 KB Simple index to the handbook.