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Upcoming Webinars. Leadership Resources on the Web 11/6/13 12:00pm CST Chicago time 11/15/13 7:00pm CST Chicago time Effective Club Meetings 1/8/14 7:00pm CST Chicago time. LCI Ethics and the Role of the Leader. Get Involved!!. Webinar Control Panel. Where in the World Are You?.
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Upcoming Webinars Leadership Resources on the Web 11/6/1312:00pm CST Chicago time 11/15/13 7:00pm CST Chicago time Effective Club Meetings 1/8/147:00pmCST Chicago time
Where in the World Are You? • Online reporting • On-demand membership access and management • Service activity reporting and viewing
Webinar Instructors Past International Director Doug Lozier, USA Past International Director Beverly Roberts, USA
Agenda • LCI Code of Ethics • LCI Ethical Standards and Conduct Policy • Benefits of Ethics • Everyday Club Scenarios • Role of Lions Leader • Resources
WHAT are the Lion Ethics? Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
The Foundation of Lionism • Code of Ethics adopted 1918 in St. Louis • Pivotal decision made that no member would profit from the organization • Remains unchangedtoday
The Code of Ethics Defines LCI: • Looks beyond profit of moment • Recognizes welfare of each person linked with welfare of all • Provides roadmap for integrity Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Our Member Pin: What does it represent? • A symbol of promise between a member and Lions Club International • What promise does the member make? Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Member Vows: “I do hereby accept membership in the Lions Club knowing that such membership encourages me to participate in functions of the club. To the best of my ability I will abide by the Lions Code of Ethics, and contribute my share to the programs of my club, district and Lions Clubs International.”
WHY Ethics? • Club members enjoy Lions life and stay active • Ethical clubs functional, growing • Club reputation maintained • Mission of service fulfilled
Putting Ethics Into Practice • Ethical Standards and Conduct policy • Separate from Code of Ethics • Policy states idea that HOW service is rendered is as important as the service itself. • Four standards of behavior for each and every day.
“Honest and ethical conduct is defined by four core values that serve as the foundation for our Ethical Standards”-- • Integrity • Accountability • Teamwork • Excellence
Standard One: Integrity Lions Clubs International insists on the highest standards of integrity. Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation We must all make every possible effort to safeguard the association’s assets. We must also comply with all association policies and applicable laws.
Integrity Scenario Lion Christi sells her home-made ice cream at a community event. Her freezer is next to her Lions club booth, and Christi has on her yellow Lions vest. While Christi sells the treat, she chats with community members about club projects and collects donations from the public. Christi has great ice cream sales that hot day, and takes home a nice profit.
Standard One: Integrity • situation ok regarding LCI integrity • maybe an LCI integrity issue • situation does not reflect highest LCI integrity WE SERVE
Lion Integrity in Practice • Personal interests kept separate from Lions membership, name • Club resources used only for club business • Professional and personal life reflects on club “Lions Clubs International insists on the highest standards of integrity.”
How Do Lions Uphold Ethics? • Integrity • Accountability • Teamwork • Excellence Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Standard Two: Accountability Lions Clubs International expects all club officers tohonor commitmentsas authorized and made on behalf of the association and take individual responsibilityfor all actions and outcomes. It has no tolerance for ethical violations. Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Club Treasurer Adam is a financial advisor, and decides on his own to place his club’s fundraising monies in a money market account. The account has done well with $300 of interest earned the last year. Adam wants to use the interest earned for club expenses. Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Standard Two: Accountability • situation ok regarding LCI Accountability • maybe an Accountability issue • does not reflect highest LCI Accountability
Accountability: Don’t act alone Lions accountability means "honor commitments as authorized.”
Accountability: Separation of Funds • Public monies not to be used for club administrative expenses • Includes earned interest on a fundraising account Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Accountability: Separation of Funds • Separation of Public/Activity and Administrative Funds • LCI Use of Funds Policy • LCI Use of Funds FAQ Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
LCI Accountability in Practice • “Inspectable” finances • Overall openness and transparency • Action taken by group consensus Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
How Do Lions Uphold Ethics? • Integrity • Accountability • Teamwork • Excellence Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Standard 3: Teamwork Lions Clubs International seeks to maintain a service environment that encouragesinnovation, creativity and positive results through teamwork. We must all practice leadership to train, inspire and promote full participation and individual development for all Lions. We encourage open and effective communication. Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Teamwork Scenario The same three PDGs sit on the District Public Relations Committee every year and rotate the chairmanship; other members have expressed interest in this committee. Is this situation in accord with the Standard of Teamwork?
Standard 3: Teamwork WESERVE--EACH OTHER! • situation ok regarding Teamwork • maybe a Teamwork issue • situation does not reflect highest LCI Teamwork
LCI Teamwork in Practice • Every member involved in activities • Every member can hold a position • “How are We Doing” survey • Open and effective communication • New leader development “We must all practice leadership to train, inspire and promote full participation and individual development for all Lions.”
How Do Lions Uphold Ethics? • Integrity • Accountability • Teamwork • Excellence Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Standard 4: Excellence LCl is dedicated to fair treatment, mutual respect, diversity and trust. Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation We must challenge each other to improve our services, our processes and ourselves. We must strive together to serve our membership and communities and help the association achieve its goals.
Are these clubs “striving together?” “A Lion publicly criticized new members for the way that they handled activities at a fundraising event.” “A member questions other members on projects and doesn’t know all the facts.” “Past and current officers have strong personality conflicts.” Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
Excellence in Practice • Treat all members with equal respect • Give all parties same consideration in conflict situations • Focus on striving together in service • Engage all members in all activities • Welcome and try new ideas
How Do Lions Uphold Ethics? • Integrity • Accountability • Teamwork • Excellence Be sure to insert “(click)” in the notes when it is necessary to manually start animation
What is a Lions leader’s role in upholding LCI ethical standards?
The Role of The Lion Leader • Role model • Ethics expert • Intervene as indicated • Fair, neutral, discreet • Gathers all facts first
Trouble Ahead “No one will ever know.” “We didn’t have this conversation.” “I deserve it.” “Just this once.” “It’s ok if I don’t gain personally.” “No one will get hurt.” “This is not an official meeting.”
Related LCI Policies • Constitution and By-Laws • Use of Funds Policy • Club Election Guidelines • Non-Discrimination in Membership & Activities • Obligations of Clubs • Privacy Policy • Trademark Policy
www.lionsclubs.org/EN/member-center/resources/publications/resources-pub-legal.phpwww.lionsclubs.org/EN/member-center/resources/publications/resources-pub-legal.php
Ethics is Up to Each of Us “…this Code, which is for the individual Lion, has gone a long way toward making Lions International first among the service organizations of the world”—Melvin Jones* * Casey, Robert and Douglas, W.A.S. The Worlds Greatest Doers, The Story of the Lions. Wilcox and Follet, 1949.
Agenda • LCI Code of Ethics • LCI Ethical Standards and Conduct Policy • Benefits of Ethics • Club Scenarios • Role of Lions Leader in Upholding Ethics • Resources
Upcoming Webinars Leadership Resources on the Web 11/6/1312:00pm CST Chicago time 11/15/13 7:00pm CST Chicago time Effective Club Meetings 1/8/147:00pmCST Chicago time