District 309

In 1957, Noshir Pundole, who was then deeply involved in the Lions movement in India and subsequently became an International Director, paid an exploratory visit to Singapore. This led to the birth, on 5 November 1958, of the Lions Club of Singapore, later renamed Lions Club of Singapore (Host).

Within 3 months, the first club was chartered in Malaysia — the Lions Club of Kuala Lumpur (Host), 1959. Thereafter, expansion was rapid, reaching Sabah and Sarawak in 1966. In 1970, the Lions Club of Brunei was formed. Given the number 308, the district spanned three countries: Brunei, Malaysia, and Singapore.

By June 1981, District 308 had a total of 2,500 members in 73 Lions Clubs, and 600 members in 24 Lioness Clubs, with another 70 Leo Clubs. In 1983, Multiple District 308 was formed, with South Johore, East Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei making up sub-District 308 A, and West Malaysia (excluding South Johore) sub-District 308 B.

For the next 15 years, the movement continued to grow. In 1998, the two sub-districts were further subdivided into four, and Singapore became District 308-A1 of Multiple District 308.

Thereafter, the Inauguration of District 309 represents the birth of a new chapter and independency in our collective journey of service, compassion, and commitment — a result of continued membership growth and the deepening needs of the community.