Ten questions with

Q. What is your best memory to date in Lionism?

A. The construction of the Infant Block of the Cascade School for the Deaf. This was a building constructed by the hands of Lions themselves, mixing cement, laying blocks, painting. One PIS still has a scar from that project, on her arm, which she proudly wears. This project was the embodiment of teamwork, diligence and camaraderie.

Q. What inspires you as a Lion?

A. The community has brought me to where I am today so I consider it my duty to give back to my community and by extension my nation, especially the less fortunate.

Q. What are some of the negatives that you have

A. The lack of appreciation by some of our members of the real purpose of Lionism.

Q. What skills/strengths did you bring to Lionism?

A. Management and organizational skills. There is also discipline which was as a result of my training and coming out of an appreciation of the need to organize young people so that they can appreciate the need for them to assume leadership roles in their communities. I also chipped in with my networking skills which were applied to our fund-raising efforts, very essential for the success of several of our outreach programmes.

Q. What do you consider the most cherished values to which Lions should aspire?

A. Honesty, Integrity, Professionalism.

Q. What has been your greatest joy as a Lion?

A. A gratifying sense of humility to be able, with others and through Lionism, to provide relief, comfort and joy to those whom we have the privilege to serve for example, the physically and mentally challenged, the blind, the infirmed and the youth.

Q. What message do you have for Lions going forward?

A. Total participation in and commitment to the principles of Lionism. we need the presence of members at projects, meetings and all Lions activities. Additionally, Lions must assist in identifying needs in their communities to be converted into projects to be undertaken by the Club. Have a story, photo or good news to share? Please send to Lions Gerard or Janelle to be included in the next newsletter!