Distinguished Lions and Leos,

I take this opportunity to thank each one of you sincerely for the confidence and trust bestowed upon me by electing me to lead you in the year 2010-2011. It is a great privilege for me serve our District and to work with you in accomplishing the International and District  goals. I trust in your support  as we serve the needy.

You will all appreciate that the number of fellow human beings unable to access the basic needs or to attain an acceptable standard of living  keeps increasing owing to conflicts and natural disasters. Therefore having committed ourselves to serve, it is our duty to  bring hope into the lives of the less fortunate members of our community. I depend upon you all to work with  determination and zeal to serve our District and our communities in fulfillment of our District's motto of “Lighting up the Future” for the less privileged members of our society.

I encourage all the clubs to engage in noble projects and activities , with emphasis on public relations so that our efforts are heard and recognized. We need to continue to develop and improve leadership skills among ourselves , retain membership and promote membership growth  through adequate orientation of new members.

Be supportive to weak declining clubs and  promote youth and Leo clubs ,for these  are  our future.

I encourage all clubs to increase the membership of women  and their participation in leadership at all levels. Women have proved to be very  dedicated and supportive  members and therefore essential in keeping clubs alive and vibrant. Make lionism a family affair and we will serve better.

Lastly I wish to encourage   you to contribute generously   in the District and to  LCIF.  I trust the Almighty will keep us in good health and guide us as we confront the challenge of the year ahead “Lighting up the Future” for the needy. I wish you all a great and rewarding year,

Lion Wilson Tumwine

District Governor

2010-2011