{"id":355469,"date":"2026-01-19T14:16:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T18:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/?p=355469"},"modified":"2026-01-19T14:17:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T18:17:07","slug":"dominica-lions-club-members-make-courtesy-call-to-president-sylvanie-burton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/homepage\/homepage-carousel\/dominica-lions-club-members-make-courtesy-call-to-president-sylvanie-burton\/","title":{"rendered":"Dominica Lions Club members and district governor make courtesy call to president Sylvanie Burton"},"content":{"rendered":"
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President Sylvanie Burton (third from left), with Dominica Lions Club members. Photo: Dominica Lion’s Club<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On January 16, 2026, the Dominica Lions Club, accompanied by the District Governor of Lions Clubs International District 60B, paid a formal courtesy visit to Her Excellency the President of the Commonwealth of Dominica, Mrs. Sylvanie Burton.\u00a0 Part of the District Governor\u2019s official itinerary, this visit served as a platform to reiterate what the Lions Club describes as its dedication to service, community upliftment, and partnership initiatives aimed at enhancing the welfare of the people of Dominica.<\/p>\n

During the engagement, conversations emphasized the longstanding role of the Dominica Lions Club in key areas such as healthcare, youth empowerment, disaster relief efforts, and community service projects, as per a press release by the organization.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Dominica Lions Club<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The District Governor outlined the district\u2019s vision and strategic objectives, focusing on amplifying service outcomes, fostering leadership skills, and increasing member participation throughout the district.<\/p>\n

Reportedly, Her Excellency conveyed her gratitude for the Lions\u2019 unwavering commitment and voluntary efforts both locally and globally, praising the organization for its sustained positive influence across communities in Dominica.<\/p>\n

She highlighted the vital role civic organizations play in national progress and social unity, especially among youth, with particular attention to young men.<\/p>\n

The President also acknowledged the Leo Club\u2019s significant contribution to youth development and the active engagement of young men within both clubs.<\/p>\n

The Dominica Lions Club reaffirmed its pledge to work in close collaboration with national partners and to continue embodying the Lions Clubs International motto, \u201cWe Serve.\u201d<\/p>\n