Hearing
In 1925, Lions accepted the challenge posed by Helen Keller ( who became blind and deaf in childhood) to help persons who are deaf as well as those who are blind. Click here to view her inspiring speech.

Lions and Hearing Awareness
Lion clubs appoint one member to serve as their Hearing and Speech Action and Work with the Deaf chairperson. On the district level, a Lion is appointed as District Hearing and Speech Action and Work with the Deaf chairperson.

Hearing Aid Recycling Program Board Policy
The Lions Clubs International Hearing Aid Bank Program (HARP) shall be implemented solely in accordance with policy established from time to time by the board of directors of Lions Clubs International.

Support for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
There are many ways in which Lions support people who are deaf and hard of hearing.

The LionsEar Hearing Aids
Responding to the global problem of hearing impairment, Lions are making available low-cost, quality hearing aids to people who could not otherwise afford them.