Florida B EYOND THE V ISION This is Athlete Leadership Presenter:

Welcome to Athlete Leadership “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” Presenter’s Name 2 | Beyond the Vision

Athlete Leadership meaningful positions Encouraging athletes to take meaningful positions of influence and leadership throughout the organization to help determine policy and set direction 3 | Beyond the Vision

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Roles for Athlete Leaders 5 | Beyond the Vision FundraisersVolunteers Athlete Leadership Course Instructors Coaches Games Management Team Members Board or Committee Members Global Messenger Input CouncilsOfficials

How Athlete Leadership Starts Providing training for coaches, volunteers & parents as they welcome athletes in their new roles. 6 | Beyond the Vision athletes, volunteers and parents Provide training for athletes, volunteers and parents for their new roles.

Sometimes… They don’t think we can do it They need to learn to believe in our abilities They need to remember that they are there to help us … and not do the work for us 7 | Beyond the Vision Why is training for volunteers, parents, and coaches important?

8 | Beyond the Vision How do athletes get training?

More Confidence At work At home In the community More Knowledge About Special Olympics Public speaking Technology 9 | Beyond the Vision Better Social Skills Interacting with a variety of people Respecting opinions of others Advocating for other athletes Listening What does Athlete Leadership do for athletes?

What can athletes do for Special Olympics? Educate others Change attitudes Raise money Recruit new athletes and volunteers Mentor new athlete leaders Help staff and volunteers 10 | Beyond the Vision

Key to Success Respect athletes as partners in your Special Olympics experience. 11 | Beyond the Vision Value athlete opinions and preferences.

What does it take to start? 1.Commit today to making Athlete Leadership an important part of your Program 2.Use these materials to familiarize your staff, Board, and volunteers with Athlete Leadership Knowledge is power! 3.Offer Leadership training for interested Athletes … Knowledge is power! 4.Start listening to athletes – conduct an Input Council soon 12 | Beyond the Vision

Ready; Set, Go! As you make your next steps to start or expand Athlete Leadership … remember, we are here to help you! 13 | Beyond the Vision

Florida Thank you for learning more about Athlete Leadership 14 | Beyond the Vision