In 1952, the first club was chartered in Japan. Although the Association of Lions Clubs is among the youngest service groups in the world, it is the largest with 1.4 million members in 187 countries worldwide. The Lions are headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois. Throughout the world, Lions are recognized by the emblem they wear on their lapels. Bordering this is a circular gold area with two lion profiles at either side facing away from the center.
Lions wear their emblem with pride.
What better way to express the true mission of Lionsim. The royal colors of purple and gold were selected as the official colors when the association was organized in 1917. Purple stands for loyalty to friends and to one's self, and for integrity of mind and heart. Gold symbolizes sincerity of purpose, liberty in judgement, purity in life and generosity in mind, heart and purpose toward humanity.