IR OTHER ORGANIZATIOBS
3. HUMAN AND SPIRITUAL VALUES
The materialism of the eighties seems to be unlimited in this technological society. The current crisis of religious, ethical, and spiritual values is not one of technical procedures, but of our basic purpose. The Kiwanis Objects provide us with guidelines for living and ideals which· can be an effective
force for good in our communities. By action and example, Kiwanians and Kiwanis clubs must express their beliefs in the first Object of Kiwanis:
To give primacy to the human and spiritual, rather than to the material values of life.
We must accept the responsibilities of leadership and improve the quality of life in our communities by providing programs and activities which reflect these ideals.
Therefore, be it resolved that:
1. Each Kiwanian evaluate his life to determine if it exemplifies human and spiritual values rather than material values.
2. Each Kiwanis club evaluate its projects and programs to determine if they reflect the human and spiritual values of the community.
3. Each Kiwanis club promote club projects, activities, and programs designed to foster human and spiritual values.
EXHIBIT D 4. SUPPORT FOR SPONSORED-YOUTH PROGRAMS
The Kiwanis ideal of service to the community and leadership development are successfully taught to young people through our several sponsored-youth programs. Kiwanis is justly proud of the achievements of the younger members of the K-Family. By precept and example, we encourage the young men and women of Circle K, Key Club, Builders Club, KIWA Juniors, and similar youth groups, to experience the satisfaction that comes from devoting a part of one's life to serving others. In turn, the members of these youth organizations teach us that service is limited only by the desire to serve. Kiwanis is justly proud of the achievements of the younger members of the K-Family.
Therefore, be it resolved that:
1. Sponsoring Kiwanis clubs acknowledge and accept their obligation to fulfill their responsibilities to Circle K, Key Club, Builders Club, KIWA Juniors, and other similar youth groups.
2. Every Kiwanis club be encouraged to support the K-Family by selecting, planning, and implementing joint service projects with sponsored-youth groups.
3. Kiwanis clubs give priority to the growth of K-Family sponsored-youth groups and similar youth groups by strengthening existing clubs and by sponsoring new clubs.
EXHIBIT E, pg. 1 5. IN MEMORIAM TO PAST INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT MAURICE GLADMAN
Maurice Gladman, 1977-78 International President, exemplified the Kiwanis spirit. He was a builder in every sense of the word. He led the way in service, membership growth, and fellowship. A man of such great quality is rare.
A champion of service, Maury Gladman wrote, "You and I are happiest when we are involved, when we are doing something for someone else." He led Kiwanis
through the "Safeguard Against Crime II" Major Emphasis Program, which developed in children and youth responsible attitudes and a knowledge of basic crime
deterrents.
The Kiwanis sponsored-youth organizations also benefited from his involvement and concern. As Maury Gladman explained, "Only when Kiwanians are dedicated
to working with our sponsored-youth members do we achieve our full service potential."
Thanks to his determination and vision, Kiwanis built 438 new clubs during his presidency--the most clubs ever built in one year.
Later, the Kiwanis International Foundation, under his leadership as President, established the George F. Hixson Fellowship, expanded the Foundation's scope
of service and support to the Kiwanis family, and for the first time in one year raised more than one million dollars.
While Maury Gladman loomed large as a leader who challenged us to reach record-breaking goals, he stood as a friend to the thousands of Kiwanians with whom he worked. He was simply "Maury" to all of us, from International Presidents to new members.
He was a friend to all of us, and we join with those who best knew this exceptional man to mourn his departure and remember all that Maury gave us.
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Therefore, be it resotved that:
The delegates at this 1987 Kiwanis International Convention; on behalf of all Kiwanians, express our sorrow to Rosabelle and the family at the loss of a
great friend and compelling leader, Maurice Gladman. He was a man of unswerving ideals and dedication, balanced by compassion for all.
And be it further resolved that:
A copy of this resolution be given to the family of Maurice Gladman, with deep and profound sympathy, from the many thousands of Kiwanians who gratefully accepted his leadership and knew him as a friend.
EXHIBIT F 6. IN APPRECIATION
A Kiwanis Convention is a culmination of planning and performance by those who manage the convention, those who are on the program, and those whose efforts behind the scenes are essential to the success of the total convention experience. As we approach the close of this 72nd Annual Kiwanis Convention, we acknowledge the contributions of the hundreds of men and women who have helped to make our Washington, D.C., Convention a great experience for us and our families.
Therefore, be it resolved that:
The delegates to the 72nd Annual Convention of Kiwanis International express, on behalf of all in attendance, our sincere appreciation to General Host Chairman J·ackson Krill and hi's committees, to our Kiwanis hosts in Washington and the Capital District, to the musicians and performers who entertained us, to the speakers who enlightened us, to the public officials of the city of Washington, D.C., to the news media, to the Kiwanis International Staff, and to the countless others who contributed to the success of this convention.
EXHIBIT G INTRODUCTION
The following resolutions are submitted by the Committee on Resolutions for consideration by the House of Delegates on Wednesday morning, July 8, 1987, at the 72nd Annual Convention of Kiwanis International in Washington, D.C.
These resolutions emanate from a process which involves recommendations received from clubs, districts, and other entities of Kiwanis International.
They represent the committee's perception of some issues of our times to which Kiwanis clubs and Kiwanians can respond effectively. We know that Kiwanis clubs and Kiwanians will continue to develop programs to address critical areas of concern included in the resolutions approved by this delegate body in the·
past years, such as the family, world hunger, special children--both the underprivileged
~ the gifted and talented, drug and alcohol education, the ~nvironment, the aging, and spiritual responsibility.
The committee is appreciative of those who submitted resolutions for conside·ration and encourages others to become involved in making recommendations for future
consideration by Kiwanis lnternational.
EXHIBIT H PREAMBLE
The number of critical challenges for contemporary society that Kiwanis clubs and Kiwanians can address with programs and projects is limited only by our resources, initiative, and creativity. It is not possible to prescribe all the directions in which Kiwanis clubs should serve their communities. The Resolutions process of Kiwanis International is one means to recommend service in selected areas. Resolutions propose a context in which individual clubs and Kiwanians can exercise leadership in their communities. These resolutions, past and present, express the unifyi~g principles and values of Kiwanis. They clearly state what we believe. They are designed to emphasize and reaffirm the Objects of Kiwanis.
Our task is to accept the challenge of the opportunities inherent in these resolutions. Their ultimate objective is to provide an agenda to build a better world for all people and to set a standard for Kiwanians in service to mankind.
HUNGER EXHIBIT I