The World is Coming... Are you? Volunteer for the Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles 2015 as an Arabic Delegation Liaison
am reaching out to you from Special Olympics World Games in hopes that you will pass the following message along to your members that might be interested in this opportunity!
“With 7,000 athletes and 3,000 coaches representing 177 countries, along with 30,000 volunteers and an anticipated 500,000 spectators, the 2015 Special Olympics World Games – being staged in Los Angeles the summer of 2015 – will be the single biggest event in Los Angeles since the 1984 Olympic Games. That being said, we are in need of volunteer Delegation Liaisons that speak fluent Arabic and that are available between July 20 and August 4, 2015.
A Delegation Liaison (DL) is a critical position that requires you to be at least 20 years of age and have strong language skills (English plus Arabic). A DL will need to be available around the clock from July 20 – August 4, 2015. What’s in it for you? You will be making a significant impact in the lives of the Special Olympics athletes coming to the Games. You also will be participating in the organization of a once-in-a-lifetime event, which makes for a GREAT resume item.
To apply to become a volunteer for Delegation Services for the Special Olympics World Games, please reply to chloe.cavelier@LA2015.org using the subject line ‘Arabic Delegation Liaison’. #ReachUpLA”
Thank you for your consideration. I appreciate any help you are willing to give to help make this international event a HUGE success! I have also attached a general Delegation Liaison fact sheet for your reference.
Los Angeles is a city full of movie stars and all-stars, but in the summer of 2015, the real STARS will be the 7,000 Special Olympics Athletes from around the world.
Apply now as a volunteer to be a part of the biggest event to hit LA since the 1984 Olympic Games. We are seeking volunteers with big hearts, big smiles and a big commitment to the mission – Special Olympics. Whatever your interest, talent or background, there are volunteer opportunities for you!
Volunteers – our Heroes – will be evaluated and assigned on an individual basis. Priority will be given to those volunteers who are able to work the most number of days or who have a special skill that we need.
Requirements to audition to be a Volunteer (Hero):
- At least 18 years of age (with a limited number of roles for those volunteers who are 16-17)
- Be available at least 5 days with most shifts (6-8 hours) occurring between July 25th and August 2nd (Availability requirements vary for Medical Services and Healthy Athletes volunteers)
- Must pass a background check
- Must complete all training – most will be available online
- Must provide your own accommodation and transportation
- Must upload a photo for your credential
Do you live outside the U.S.?
International volunteers must be a registered volunteer with their local Special Olympics program. If you have not volunteered before with Special Olympics, visitwww.SpecialOlympics.orgOpens a new window and click on “Get Involved” to find the program in your area.
Perks of being a Hero:
- Official Special Olympics World Games uniform and credential
- Free meal when you work a 6 – 8 hour shift
- Parking accessible at some venues, along with free access to Metro system
- The feeling that you’ve made a difference in the lives of the thousands of Special Olympics athletes
- Delegation Liaison Fact Sheet