By V. Sivaji
The Lions Club of George Town marked another meaningful milestone with the successful launch of its “Jom Bersama Lions dan Komuniti” programme at Island 88 Mall earlier this morning, bringing together community members, partners and Lions from near and far in a celebration of service.
The event was graced by guest of honour YB Lim Siew Khim, State Exco for Social Development, Welfare and Non-Islamic Religious Affairs, alongside YB Joshua Woo, Assemblyman for Pulau Tikus. They were warmly welcomed by Lions Club of George Town President Dato Gulab Mahatam Rai and Organising Chairman Peter Chung, whose leadership and dedication were evident throughout the programme.
Adding to the spirit of unity and solidarity, Lions Club members travelled from China, the Philippines, Singapore, Hong Kong and Macau to show their support for this commendable community-focused initiative. Also present were International Director Lion Dato Yeow Wah Chin; Past International Directors Lion Datin Ellis Suriyati Hj. Omar and Lion Jeff Huang; District Governor Lion Tan Say Cheong; Dato Dr Cheng Joo An; Lion Dato Jimmy Ong; and Lion Dr Telochan, underscoring the strong network and shared commitment of the Lions family.
In his welcoming address, Dato Gulab shared the club’s upcoming collaboration with the Lions Club of Alor Star to raise RM1.2 million for a Mobile Eye Clinic bus.
“This facility will travel to rural communities across Penang, Kedah and Perlis to provide vital eye health screenings. Early detection of eye conditions can also signal underlying kidney diseases. This will be the first service of its kind in Penang,” he said, highlighting the club’s forward-looking approach to community healthcare.
Earlier, in her address, YB Lim commended the Lions Club of George Town for its impactful and worthy programmes.
“Over the years, your contributions have become an integral part of Penang’s social landscape. This year also marks 62 years of continuous service by the Lions Club of George Town. Congratulations and thank you for your unwavering commitment to the community,” she said.
YB Lim also took time to visit the various booths set-up by the various NGOs, government agencies and other organisations.
