This document provides information about the 2014 Member Candidate Program for the Lions Circle, a non-profit organization for Canadian Afrikan men. The summary includes: 1) The package outlines the application process and requirements to enroll in the program, including completing forms and paying a $99 deposit. 2) The program involves Lions Core Training over 6 weeks culminating in an all-day event, as well as a Life Path Program and intensive retreat to build trust and learn leadership skills. 3) Applicants are expected to attend all sessions and events, and the Lions Circle staff will provide a safe, supportive environment for growth and learning.

1. 2014 MEMBER CANDIDATE PROGRAM
Greetings
We welcome you to the Lions Circle. You are embarking on a process of becoming an active
Member of the Men’s Lions Circle - Canadian Afrikan Men's Association a Non-Profit
Organization
This package contains all the pertinent information and material to assist you in completing
your 2014 Member Candidate Application
The table of contents describes all the pertinent information within your package
Message from the Enrollment Team Page 2
Critical Dates Page 3
Lions Core Training Overview Page 4
Member Candidate Application Form Page 5-6
Confidentiality & Deposit Form Page 7
To enroll in our 2014 Member Candidate Program you are required to complete our Member
Candidate Profile and submit your $99 deposit with your application.
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2. LEADERSHIP – BROTHERHOOD - COMMUNITY
Dear Member Candidate,
Congratulations on taking the first step on your journey towards membership.
Thank you for your trust and demonstrated commitment to growing as a Leader and a
Man. We look forward to offering you the resources and support you’ll need to successfully
complete the Lions Circle Candidate Program
This journey is not meant to be easy! It will challenge you in every aspect of your being.
However, this challenge will strengthen you for the future challenges that lie ahead for any
Man who chooses to Live his Purpose and become Self Actualized.
We look forward to the positive impact this journey will have on you. Know that this entry
program has been designed with you in mind. Designed by Black Men for Black Men!
Also know that this program has been designed by professionals.
Ashay
The Lions Circle
Enrollment Team
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3. Critical Dates
We have outlined the critical start dates and duration of each phase of the Member
Candidate Program.
The MANDATORY dates are outlined as follows. Please be sure to make yourself available on
all of the following dates:
● Lions Core Training (LCT) Start Date is Wednesday, September 24th, 2014,
● Lions Core Training Program an ‘All Day’ event will be held on a Saturday or Sunday
November 8th, 9th, 15th or 16th, 2014
● Life Path Program (LPP) Start Date is Wednesday, November 19th, 2014,
● Life Path Intensive (LPI) our ‘Three-day Weekend’ retreat on February, 20th to
the 22nd, 2015.
Throughout this process we will be building a greater level of trust with one another. To
build that trust we believe it's necessary to begin with a mutual understanding of what we
should expect from one another.
You Should Expect:
1. Our Meetings start on time and End on time (if not a Man l cleans up with 10
pushes!)
2. We follow through
3. We Offer you an opportunity to fellowship with Men
4. We Offer you an opportunity to learn and grow
5. We Create a safe and open environment for positive exchange
6. We give you our very Best
We Expect:
1. You Follow through
2. You are present at all meetings on Time ready to go (if not you clean it up)
3. You come ready to fellowship with the Men
4. You come with an open mind ready to learn and grow
5. You come to exchange (Give and Receive)
6. You bring your very best
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4. Program Description - Lions Core Training Overview
This Training program is delivered on a weekly basis (Time to be agreed upon by the Member
candidates) for 6 consecutive weeks. The training program culminates in an 8 hour event
that is full of activities that are specifically designed by the Member Candidate team with the
help of the Program Facilitators.
This program is an Introduction to;
● The culture, Vision and Purpose of the LC
● The language and terminology of the LC
● Core Leadership technology (e.g. CPR)
During this Program you will learn;
● How to Trust a Man yourself and other Men
● How to rely on yourself and other Men
● How to Lead and Follow
● How to work collectively with other Men to achieve a shared Purpose
● Project Management, Facilitation and Presentation skills
● Effective Leadership Skills
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5. MEMBER CANDIDATE APPLICATION FORM
PLEASE COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS LISTED BELOW
FULL NAME
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ADDRESS
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TEL
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CELL
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E­MAIL
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HOW DID YOU HEAR
ABOUT THE LIONS CIRCLE
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REFERRED
BY ________________________________________________________________________________________________
AGE:
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BIRTHPLACE
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HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION
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OCCUPATION:
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6. WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE LIONS CIRCLE? WHAT ARE YOU
SEEKING TO ACHIEVE?
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WHAT SKILLS (PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL) DO YOU HAVE THAT CAN HELP THE LIONS CIRCLE, THE
MEN AND COMMUNITY GROW?
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ARE YOU PRESENTLY INVOLVED IN ANY VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS?
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WHICH OF OUR PROGRAMS OR PILLARS INTEREST YOU MOST ABOUT THE LIONS CIRCLE?
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7. Confidentiality Acknowledgment & Deposit Form
I acknowledge that any information, documents, “Intellectual Property” that is revealed to me will not be
disclosed to any individual, parties, or other organization without prior written consent of the Lions Circle
Board. _______ (Initial)
I acknowledge that any specific details of a Man’s experiences and/or stories that is revealed to me while
engaging in activities/ceremonies/events performed within the LC will not be disclosed to any individual,
parties, or other organizations. ______ (Initial)
DATED THIS __________________ DAY OF __________________ 2014
SIGNED: __________________________________________
The Member Candidate Program Fee of $500. Your payment is due upon submission of the Member
Application Form. The Lions Circle accepts the following payments.
Cash
Check payable to The Lions Circle
Email Money transfer to info Email treasurer@thelionscircle.com (Our Treasurer)
(Receipts will be provided after each installment is made)
We the LC acknowledge that any specific life experiences or stories that you share will not be disclosed to
anyone individual, parties or other organizations outside.
We adhere to a strict standard of confidentiality. Only LION CIRCLE BOARD Members and any
Members operating in a role of LEADERSHIP will have access to your questionnaire.
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