Leo District 306A2 November Edition jeewana page 3,4 yathra’15 page 5 EL TALENTO’15 page 6 Word with the World A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka November Message from District President Almost six months have passed. Have you ever thought about where you’re going? Have you reached destination successfully? The first step in taking our district/your club, from good to best would be to set a new direction, a new vision or a new strategy. Then get your members/Leos committed and aligned behind the new direction. With all my experience I can say one thing, “All the great leaders chose a different path” . I’ll share some thoughts with you all which Jim Collins said... · * Successful leaders are prepared to set out in new directions – to find new opportunities and different ways to take things forward. · * To begin with your people, Build a shared vision, then together determine what destination “success” should mean. · * Leaders find the new and look to the future. They don’t rest in the past. · * Leaders look for differences and opportunities, rather than necessarily following the well-trodden path. So, we all worked very hard to lead the humanity and what I only can say is we succeeded in that journey. But to rip the fruits from seeds we planted, all my Leos have to stay strong and work with each other to rip more fruits at the end. I know you are the Best and let’s march forward as a team to show the world WHO WE ARE! I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Your Friend, Leo Pramod Wimalatunga District President Leo of the Month In appreciation of Dedication for the betterment of leo movement Leo Vishwa Weerasekara Leo Club of Horana Mid city 2 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka November jeewana yathra’15 As Leos we pledge ourselves to help those in need. So, it is a responsibility of ours to reach the children who are in need in each corner of the society. This is the high time for it, to extend the helping hands to students who are financially challenged, but still are courageous to make themselves educated. Education is the pathway to success. It is one of Through this multi-service project; “Jeewana the most important means of achieving broader Yathra’15”, we were able to conduct 12 service development goals such as decreasing poverty, projects including Educational Seminars for improving health, strengthening social justice, O/L students, Career Guidance for A/L Students sustaining peace and personal development. and School Leavers, Skills and Leadership Uneven quality and access to education have Development for Prefects, Art Competition for become major issues in Sri Lanka, despite its School Children, Excercise Books, stationary commitment to universal provision. Most of the and Library book Donations for school children, well-equipped schools are concentrated around Medical Camp for primary school students, major cities and facilities available in schools Donation of sports items Awareness campaign are very fewer and poor in remote educational on Nutritional needs in schools Teacher Training zones like Uwa Paranagama. Therefore with Programs, Drug Prevention awareness program the objective of addressing those loopholes in for school students in the remote areas of Uwa the way are capable of, “Jeewana Yathra’15 was Paranagama. organized and it was held from 1st to 3rd of We also organized a Night camp and a field trip November 2015 in Uwa Paranagama, Badulla. for the Leos who joined with this project with the A narrow school life merely focused on passing aim of upraising the fellowship among them. examinations does not include critical thinking, analytical skills, problem-solving skills, personality development skills and independent thinking skills which are beneficial for higher education and ultimately for employment. 3 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka November Jeewana Yathra’15 was a collective effort of 13 Leo clubs in District 306A2 and through this project we were able to bring out the fact that schooling is not merely an instrumental tool for producing the next generation of Labor force. It is about equipping individuals with capabilities to create a good society, a goal undercut by heavy dependence of Tuition classes and competitiveness,yet could be upraised with the influence of courageous individuals like us, Leos. Unlike many countries in its region, Sri Lanka As a committee we would like to appreciate the has infrastructure and systems in place for generous support of each and every person who high-quality Sports, but disparities remain as rendered their support towards the success of this most of the schools in remote areas like Uwa project and hope you all will continue the same Paranagama faces the problem of uneven quality momentum in serving towards your community and access to quality education. Therefore and country. our effort to build a generation which is both mentally and physically strong enough to Article by - Leo Kulani Jayathilaka challenge the future through Jeewana Yatha’15, was a timely decision which was much needed to the society and we succeeded in it. This great course was spearheaded by Leo Sachintha Suranda and Leo Deshan Thalduwage who were the project Chairmen with the assistance of Project Secretary and Treasurer Leo Kulani Jayathilaka and Leo Ravindu Vishan respectively. 4 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka November EL TALENTO 15 Work SMART not HARD “Do what you love and love what you do” is the simple motive of my life. As the chairperson of one of the historic talent shows of Leo District 306 A2, I am eternally grateful to hold the key position of this great show. I believe that, my passion towards music, dancing and drama inspired me to accept the challenge of organizing “EL TALENTO’15”. It was wonderful Leadership Experience Opportunity for me.Fore mostly I need to convey my heartiest gratitude to the District President Leo Pramod Wimalathunga for giving me this enormous opportunity. The main endeavor of organizing the show was to recognize I was challenged as a chairperson as I had a one month to hidden talents of Leos and to fulfill the responsibility towards organize the event. As a district we had many district and the society and its wellbeing. Therefore this was organized club activities at the beginning of the year and I had to plan to raise funds for the District Project “ONE RUPEE ONE CHILD” everything instead. Foremost task was selecting the team which is a scholarship program for less fortunate children and selecting the organizing clubs. Therefore it is considered across the island. the best out of the best spirited Leos of A2. All supportive I consider if you want to be successful in the modern world teams worked together and it had lead towards success people have to be Smart and also Multi-potentialised of the event. Managing budget, Fundraising and smooth while being Multi- Talented, which means humans need to event coordination were the main concerns. As a one team understand their capacity in terms of being a multi skilled we have achieved it. I have learnt that you do not need person. Proficiency in Aesthetic and Sports are vital as well larger groups when it is come to organizing an event if you as education. It offers a person a well balanced life and have people with right skills with right motivation they will balanced life is a key factor of being success. Leos are assist you to achieve your goal. That is the reason behind the talented set of young individuals and they need continuous achievement of the show within short period of time. improvement for their competencies. “El talento’15” was The support of the Lions, parents and also sponsors was an attempt to recognize the hidden talents of Leos in tremendous with their valuable presence and donations. As music, singing, dancing and drama and it is awakened their the chairperson I extend my heartiest gratitude to them. aesthetic sense of mind. There were many Leos behind the success of the show.it is not ‘EL TALENTO’ means “The Talent’ in Spanish and the show was an individual achievement. It is the glory of the themed accordingly. I believe it has become a memorable TOGETHER EVERYONE ACHIEVE MORE! title. Surini Kumbukage (Chairperson-El Talento’15) 5 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka November How do you feel about volunteering for community service? It has truly made a positive impact on my life. I gained self esteem and confidence in myself. Knowing that you can help someone that you don't know and impact their lives in a positive manner makes a wonderful heartwarming experience. I have learned so much from the experience; it opened my eyes to the plight of others and made me more responsible towards community and family. You were a Club President and have had a wide range of experience in the Leo Movement, How would you manage your personal life while giving your best to your District? LEO helps you gain leadership qualities like multi tasking, management skills, Human resource management etc. With time I certainly developed these skills in me to maintain good balance between my personal life andLeoism. Of course you have to take an extra mile to pursue your passion. It gives you happiness and not stress. Where do you think LEO movement is, among the other social service organizations in the world? LEO is spread across 140 Countries having membership Leo Dipesh Doshi strength more than 0.2 million active members certainly shows its popularity and reach. Undoubtedly for me LEO Past District President 323 A2,India is the best platform for the youths. What is your opinion about LEOS of Sri Lanka? In your view, what is a “LEO”? Leos of Sri Lanka rank among top 10 LEO membership For me Leoism is a platform where you get ample countries in the world. They perfectly define the motto of opportunities to learn and develop yourself at the right Leoism. They are very Dedicated, Vibrant, Enthusiastic, stage of your life. It provides you an experience which Passionate and equally well versed with the protocols you cannot obtain from a book or a college course. and constitutions of LEO. I have many Leo Friends in Sri Lanka.I was fortunate to get an opportunity to meet and What made you to join this movement? interact with Leos of Sri Lanka on Youth exchange. Keep Community Service, Self grooming and making new serving the community. We are proud. friends was my initial motto of joining the movement. I am delighted to share that I have gained all three. What are the things you gained through the LEO Interviewed by - Kulani Jayathilaka movement? I indulged myself into the world of Leoism where I got the opportunities to realize the hidden talents within me which have given me immense confidence.During the 10 years of Leoism I have gained a lot and made many friends across the world. Today I am known for my marketing skills all over Leos and Lions of Multiple 323, the talent which I never knew about myself. It improved my interpersonal and people management skills which in turn helped me to be successful in a business at the age of 25.I got the opportunity to spread the smile and help others to grow in their life. I Got to learn different things at different posts which helped me in my personal life and also to serve better in community. 6 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka November Be A FORERUNNER Be a FORERUNNER’, a workshop organized by Leo Clubs of Polgasowita, Godigamuwa & Rattanapitiya on 28th of November 2015 to help make our own leos emerge as flexible personalities in the society. The project was held at Camilla School, Mattegoda with a participation of around 22 leos and most of them were newly inducted individuals. In recent times Leos tend to move apart from this interesting movement as they become helpless when it comes to proper management of their life. Seeing this as a vulnerability to both themselves and leo movement, ‘Be a FORERUNNER’ was organized to let them gain some valuable knowledge on how to lead a balanced lifestyle all by correctly engaging in their academic activities and career routine. The Chief Guest of the occasion was Multiple District President of Leo Multiple District 306, Leo Dumindu Jayakody and Past District President Leo Kaneel Maddumage participated as our next main speaker of the occasion and both of them conducted two useful sessions for our leos with exciting and interesting topics and presentations which lead the audience to get an understanding on how they managed their lifestyles while being engaged in leoism. As our Guest Speakers, the founder of ‘H3 Foundation-Hearts & Hands of Humanity’ organization Mr. Sachinda Dulanjaya graced the event. He is also a Motivational Speaker, Leadership Trainer, Young Social Worker & a Counsellor in profession. He emphasized our leos on how to follow their dreams and make them blossom in the end if they follow the reality with a proper vision. Also Mr. Lakshan Perera, Mr. Nilan Sajith Perera graced the event from the same organization as our other guest speakers and they conducted their sessions on how to be motivated to the mark you expect your life to be while being engaged in such a useful movement which is leoism. There were some musical sessions which they carried out which aided the leos to free up their mindsets from any of the burdens they carried inside their minds. The event was graced by the Imm.Past District President of Leo Dsitrict 306A2 Leo Chandima Vithanage, District Vice President of Leo District 306A2, Leo Kesari Seneviratne MJF and Multiple District 306 Vice President Leo Rajitha Abeygunasekara providing us the courage to enrich our leos better. 7 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka November swapna “What a blind person needs is not a teacher but another self” -Helen Keller A blind person is the only person who can truly see. They frankly know what true love is, without the use of eyes, but with the heart. And that is the truest form of love, and they harness it. As international white cane day falls on 10th of November UOM Leos organized a project to visit "Shakthi" House, Kamburupitiya on that day at 9.30 a.m. There were about 25 people. We offered tea with short eats for their morning sessionand gave them gifts as their requisites. Although they are visually challenged, they have abilities to sing songs and also play musical instruments. They told us about their lives but, unfortunately those stories were mingled with worries. We tried to console them and we always highlighted that they are not alone in this world. There were authentic smiles on their faces.We were also happy as the best feeling of happiness is when you’re happy because you’ve made someone else happy.Though they live with the images in their dreams, they can feel the nature very much. So, kindness is the language which the blind can see. 8 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka LEOS November sinhawarjana Sinhawarjana is an innovative, and a timely project birthed by the Leos of Piliyandala. The project, as the Sinhalese meaning of the name suggests, intends to reminisce the memories of senior Lions and Leos who have worked together with the Leo District for the betterment of Leoism. If it was not for the hard work and the dedication of those senior Lions and Leos, the Leo District 306 A2 would not have been able to achieve its magnificent place in the Leoism of Sri Lanka today. In fact, if it were not for time and effort of those senior Lions and Leos to establish Leoism, most of us would be strangers. The Leos of Piliyandala set the project in motion with Lion Noel Palliyaguru, who,together with his son and PMDP Leo Sadeepa Palliyaguru (then, a Vice President of Leo District 306 A), laid the foundation for Leo District 306 A2 surmounting many obstacles. Lion Noel emphasized on the importance of staying closer to the core values of Leoism. He encouraged Leos not to let competition get the best of ‘fellowship’ amongst Leos. Leos of Piliyandala, by spending an evening with Lion Noel, tapped into the valuableinsights and experience of Lion Noel with regard to Leoism and about life, with the hope of using those for the betterment of Leoism. The output of this project was a documentary video, which also highlighted the creativity and technical skills of Piliyandala Leos. 9 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka LEO S November Let`s Follow the Philosophy of Buddhism Leos of Leo Club of Horana Metro organised this project with the objective of having an open conversation with the buddhist monks about the present situation of Buddhism in srilanka. Though we are born as buddhists to the world, just because our parents are buddhists , the new generations actually don't have a proper understanding of what real buddhism is. To further prove this fact we focussed on the growing trend of racism in the world that has even been controversial in social medias recently as many of us know. The main objective of this project was to discuss the loop holes in the knowledge of Buddhism people have. Therefore we started our first session on the 20th of November at Patahawatta Viharaya from 7.00pm and we are planning to do this as a continuous project making it a public event where people can actually gain some knowledge to think broadly rather than having narrow thoughts in this society and leading to racist wars. Upcoming Events December 05 - ‘MADD’ Walk December 12 - The momentum January 2,3 - Piritha January 23 - Leo Parade 2016 Editor’s Note So, it's all about being a Leo, enjoy being a Leo, and serve being a Leo. This really keeps us going, making the spirit of Leoism more powerful.Proving the unmatchable, unique spirit of A2, for this month's edition we've got a line up of two brilliant projects that our leos have marked a success; Jeewana Yaathra 2015 and El Talento; the District Talent Show of the year, which we had as an aim since the start of this leostic year. We hope that our leos will maintain the momentum throughout; and also we would be able to include some greater line up of projects in our next edition. Editorial Panel Leo District 306A2 10 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka LEO S November Interested on Our Work? Join with Us ! web - www.leodistrict306a2.org blog - blog.leodistrict306a2.org - info@leodistrict306a2.org - www.facebook.com/leo306a2 - www.youtube.com/leo306a2 - www.twitter.com/leo306a2 - @a2leos 10 A Publication of Leo District 306A2 Sri Lanka
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