Lions have developed a comprehensive approach to expanding opportunities for young people. Youth can benefit from Lions expertise in humanitarian service, while learning the skills needed to become responsible citizens through the Youth Outreach Program. Major initiatives of the program are youth volunteerism and drug abuse prevention activities. The Lions-Quest programs (Skills for Growing, Skills for Adolescence and Skills for Action) exemplify both of the above initiatives.
· Learn about the nature and scope of youth issues and drug abuse problems in your area.
· Know the names of persons and organizations in your district concerned with positive youth development and drug and alcohol abuse prevention.
· Maintain information about available print and video resources on youth issues. Contact the Youth Programs Department at headquarters for assistance, if needed.
· Invite educators and other community leaders to Lions clubs meetings to discuss avenues of cooperation (i.e. Lions-Quest; Youth Outreach video program; service projects; conference or forums; poster; Youth Outreach video program; speech and essay contests; etc.).
· Make youth outreach a community effort by involving local businesses, other service organizations and youth of the community.