Young Leaders in Service
The Lions Club of Ringwood and Fordingbridge is pleased to participate in the Lions Young Leaders in Service Award (LYLSA) scheme. The LYLSA scheme is part of the Lions Opportunities for Youth initiative. The LYLSA recognise young people between the ages of 11-18 years old for their community service within 12 months; a log sheet is completed and signed off by a responsible adult. This can be a teacher, youth leader or someone similar. Lions Clubs may recognise as many young people as they find eligible. The youngster is then presented with a beautiful certificate which can be included in his or her Record of Achievement File.
Each young person will be provided with a logbook in which to record their service activities. These activities are in many different categories - all the hours can be from the same activity or a variety of services. Categories include service to the young, the elderly, family members and the homeless and hungry. It could also include protecting our environment. Young people may also wish to assist their local Leos or Lions Club in fundraising or welfare activities. All these activities count as hours towards the award.
The LYLSA are sponsored by local Lions clubs. The awards available are as follows:
- 50 hours of service = Silver Seal Award
- 100 hours of service = Gold Seal Award
The benefits for young people taking part:
- They will experience the rewards of community service
- Achieve significant levels of community involvement
- Receive a congratulatory letter, a certificate and an award presentation for youth recipients
The Community will also benefit:
- Improving as a result of the young people's service efforts
- It will become more aware of service opportunities
- Nurture ongoing service by young people and others
Lions will:
- Encourage people to serve the community
- Introduce young people to future service and leadership opportunities
- Provide ongoing mentoring and assistance throughout the process
The Lions Club of Ringwood and Fordingbridge needs your help. If you are or know of a young person who might qualify for this scheme and who resides in the Ringwood or Fordingbridge area then please let us know and we will gladly let you have more information or e-mail us at
