2014 DGE Seminar Interpreters Orientation June 11, 2014

Orientation Objectives Review 2013-2014 VDG/DGE Training Confirm roles/responsibilities Review 2014 DGE Seminar: Logistics Schedule Opening/Closing, General Sessions, Summaries Classroom sessions

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

2014-2015 Presidential Theme

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Sheraton Overview Refer to floor plan hand out

DGE Ops Office Concourse Level:

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

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 ?

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

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

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

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

2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Thursday, July 3, 2014 General Session 1: Strengthen the Pride Classroom sessions: Promoting 2014-2015 International Priorities Promoting the Pride Challenges & Opportunities

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

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

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

2014 DGE Seminar Interpreters Orientation June 11, 2014