About She Rises
Learn about the journey of the Lions Club of Melbourne She Rises Inc., our unique values, and our commitment to empowering women and serving communities in Melbourne, Australia.
Our journey began with a shared vision
Lions Club of Melbourne She Rises Inc. was founded by a group of passionate women who believe that personal growth and community service go hand in hand.
What began as a vision to create a welcoming space for women has grown into a Lions Club supporting women from diverse cultural and language backgrounds through connection, leadership, wellbeing and service.
We believe that when women continue to grow, they naturally lift others. Through the global Lions network, personal growth becomes community impact.
Our symbol is the butterfly—a reminder that true transformation begins with courage, resilience and the willingness to embrace change.
She Connects. She Grows. She Becomes Wise.
Our Four Pillars
Everything we do is guided by four pillars of holistic growth.
At She Rises, we believe true wellbeing comes from nurturing every part of who we are.
Outer Radiance
Building confidence, presence and authentic self-expression.
Inner Strength
Developing resilience, emotional wellbeing and self-belief.
Mindset & Wisdom
Expanding knowledge, leadership and lifelong learning.
Body & Vitality
Supporting health, movement and sustainable wellbeing.
Our Leadership Team
A Message from Our Founder
Mireille Leong
Founder & Vice President
Mireille Leong, Founder of She Rises, entrepreneur, community builder, and someone who believes deeply in the power of women supporting women.
Twenty-six years ago, I arrived in Melbourne carrying the hopes and uncertainties of a young woman starting a new life. Since then, I've become a mother, a business leader, and a woman who has grown outwardly, inwardly, mentally and physically—the same four pillars that She Rises is built upon today.
That journey taught me that growth is rarely a straight path. It often begins with uncertainty, quiet reflection and inner work before we emerge stronger, much like a butterfly.
For more than ten years, I've worked in an industry dedicated to women's growth, and I'm now furthering that journey through a Master of Counselling. Along the way, I've seen women lose themselves beneath the demands of family, career and society—but I've also watched them rediscover their confidence through the encouragement and support of other women.
Those experiences inspired me to create She Rises—a place where women can reconnect with themselves, grow together, and realise that personal growth naturally leads to lifting others.
Growth isn't about becoming someone else. It's about understanding yourself more deeply—how you think, how you care for your wellbeing, and becoming the person you were always meant to be.
“A woman who keeps growing becomes a force of her own making, and together, women don’t just rise. They rise each other up.”
A Message from Our Co-Founder
Salli Hon
Co-Founder & President
I have always believed that in today’s fast-changing world, it is not easy for women to balance every role in life. From our twenties, thirties, to forties, each stage brings new challenges and transformation. These experiences encourage us to reflect, grow, and find balance between family, career, and self—allowing inner wisdom and outer strength to develop in harmony.
When a woman invests in herself and grows into her potential, she not only lives more confidently and fully, but also extends that strength to her family, community, and society—creating positive impact in her own way.
With this belief, I began to reflect on how I could contribute beyond personal growth. For over ten years, I have been proud to serve as a member of Lions Clubs International. I have witnessed the powerful impact of kindness, friendship, and service. Even the smallest act can bring hope, connection, and lasting change. These experiences reinforced my belief that a meaningful life is not only about personal achievement, but also about serving others and giving back.
Mireille and I co-founded She Rises with a shared vision: to create a warm, supportive, and empowering community where women can learn, support one another, and grow into their best selves. We believe that when women are encouraged and connected, they become more confident, resilient, and able to uplift others and contribute to society.
As She Rises grows, our mission has become even clearer. True personal growth naturally leads to service and giving back. Being part of the Lions family has also helped us turn this belief into action through leadership, friendship, and service—creating opportunities for women to grow while making a positive difference in their communities.
Today, She Rises brings together women from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds to learn, grow, lead, and serve. My hope is that every woman who joins us finds support and belonging, discovers her strengths, builds lasting friendships, and gains the confidence to live fully—while creating a meaningful and lasting impact on her family, community, and society.
Meet Our Committee
Behind every She Rises initiative is a dedicated team of volunteers who generously contribute their time, skills and passion to support our members and community. Together, we lead with kindness, collaboration and a shared commitment to service.
Our Vision
To build a welcoming community where every woman feels empowered to grow, lead and make a positive difference.
Our Mission
To inspire holistic growth through connection, education, wellbeing and community service while creating opportunities for women from diverse cultural and language backgrounds to thrive.