1. 2014 DGE Seminar Interpreters Orientation
June 11, 2014

2. Orientation Objectives
Review VDG/DGE Training
Confirm roles/responsibilities
Review 2014 DGE Seminar:
Logistics
Schedule
Opening/Closing, General Sessions, Summaries
Classroom sessions

3. Lions Leaders 1st Vice President 2014 DGE Seminar Joe Preston
Chairperson
PID John Walker
2014 DGE Seminar
Vice-Chairperson
PID Somsakdi Lovisuth
2nd Vice President
Dr. Jitsuhiro Yamada

4. Presidential Theme

5. VDG/DGE Training Program
Board mandated topic areas:
Goal Setting
Team Management
Communication Skills
Managerial/Administrative Skills
LCI Resources
Orientation for Adult Companions

6. VDG/DGE Training Program
Independent Guided Learning
Multiple District Training
GLT Area Training
DGE Seminar

7. VDG/DGE Training Program
Independent Guided Learning:
DGE Assignment Guides (September 2013)
Assignment 1: Selecting Your Team
Assignment 2: Establishing Leadership Dev. Goals
Assignment 3: Establishing Membership Goals

8. VDG/DGE Training Program
Multiple District Training:
GLT MD/SD mailing (Oct. 2013)
LCI Forms & Reports
Responsibilities of DG
Effective Listening
Meeting Management
Public Speaking

9. VDG/DGE Training Program
GLT Area Training:
GLT Area Leader mailing (Nov. 2013)
Maximizing District Success
Leadership Development Workshop
Membership Growth Workshop

10. VDG/DGE Training Program
2014 DGE Seminar
July 2-4, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Interactive/Discussion-based
General Sessions (2 + Opening & Closing)
Classroom Sessions/Workshops
Spouse/Adult Companion Program

11. Role of DGE Seminar Convention & Leadership Staff
Logistics: classroom environment, transportation, hotel, meals, Convention
Leadership
Program: curriculum issues, DGE gifts, curriculum materials, seminar schedule

12. Logistics Information
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
All DGE Seminar events except for the Celebration Banquet
Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC)
DGE Celebration Banquet
DGE Hotel:
Sheraton Centre Toronto

13. Logistics Information
Interpreters will be assigned to the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel and those working the board meeting will be at the Fairmont
Dress code during seminar: Business

14. Interpretation Equipment
The DGE and their guest will pick up their translation unit during DGE Registration. They will be able to keep their unit for the duration of the Seminar.
They will receive a receipt once they return their unit on July 4.

15. DGE Only Lunches
The Lunches will have assigned seating that will be the same for all three days (July 2-4).
Please remind the DGEs in your classroom to confirm their lunch table assignment in the DGE Pocket Guide.

16. DGE Celebration Banquet
Shuttle Service will be provided to transport from the Sheraton to the MTCC.
Seating is by their DGE Classroom Group Number
LCI provides for the DGE and one guest. If they want to bring other friends or family members, they will need to purchase a ticket for $95.00 USD each at the DGE Ops Office before July 4.

17. Sheraton Overview
Refer to floor plan hand out

18. DGE Ops Office
Concourse Level:

19. Role of a DGE Seminar Interpreter
Collect forms/documents from Group Leaders and submit to Leadership staff if asked
Communicate with Leadership staff regarding curriculum-related issues
Communicate with Convention staff regarding logistical issues

20. NOT YOUR ROLE Teaching sessions Collecting DGE’s dry cleaning
Shopping for souvenirs for Group Leader’s family & friends
Picking up/delivering lunch
Accompanying Group Leader to non-curriculum events
Other ?

21. DGE Seminar Classrooms
26 classroom groups
Non-English by language
English = cultural mix

22. 2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Monday, June 30, 2014 Group Leader Briefing
Sheraton City Hall Room

23. 2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Registration & Gift Distribution
DGE & Spouse/Companion Photos
Single District Orientation
Group Leader Briefing, continued

24. 2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Wednesday, July 2, 2014 Opening Ceremony
Spouse/Companion Session
Classroom sessions:
Orientation
We Serve
Constitution, By-Laws, & Policies
Teamwork

25. 2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Thursday, July 3, 2014
General Session 1: Strengthen the Pride
Classroom sessions:
Promoting International Priorities
Promoting the Pride
Challenges & Opportunities

26. Challenges & Opportunities Exchange
3 hours (includes 15 minute break)
Discussion-based
Multicultural exchange of strategies to address club/district challenges and potential opportunities

27. Discussion Scenario Topics
Supporting Community Needs
Club Leadership Development
Member Recruitment
Member Engagement & Retention
New Club Support
Children in Need
Extension Opportunities
Leadership Dev. Opportunities
Public Awareness
LCIF Support

28. 2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Friday, July 4, 2014 General Session 2: LCIF
Classroom sessions:
Coaching/Delegation
Recognition/Motivation
Succession Planning
Wrap-Up
Closing Session

30. 2014 DGE Seminar Interpreters Orientation
June 11, 2014