These Leos are Not Lying About the Power of Inclusion

Leos - The Power of Inclusion

Special Olympics is proud to recognize the impact of Leos & the Lions Club International Foundation in leading their communities through projects of social inclusion. This past month, we celebrated two youth leaders who came to our movement through their involvement with Lions Club. Through their service and leadership with Leos, Wadzanai and Catalina are able to innovate for inclusion in every community around the world.

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