Athlete Leadership Council Application
The Athlete Leadership Council (ALC) is a distinguished group of Special Olympics athletes who are dedicated to enhancing their leadership skills while advocating for the rights and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities. As members of the ALC, athletes have the opportunity to receive specialized training in various areas of leadership, including public speaking, event planning, and team management, to help them become influential leaders both within the Special Olympics community and in their wider communities.The council provides athletes with a platform to contribute their ideas, share experiences, and help shape the future of Special Olympics programs and initiatives.By joining the ALC, athletes gain valuable skills that will assist them in achieving personal goals, strengthening their advocacy efforts, and inspiring others. They also have the chance to collaborate with fellow leaders, engage in training opportunities, and contribute meaningfully to Special Olympics events and activities.The ALC is a unique opportunity for athletes who are passionate about leadership, community engagement, and making a lasting impact on both the Special Olympics movement and society as a whole.
Athlete Name
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First Name
Last Name
Your Age
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Your Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Your phone number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Your email
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example@example.com
What SOMO Area are you from?
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Central
Kansas City Metro
North
Southeast
St. Louis Metro
Southwest
Emergency Contact/Parent/Guardian/Mentor Name
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First Name
Last Name
Emergency Contact/Parent/Guardian/Mentor email
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example@example.com
Emergency Contact/Parent/Guardian/Mentor Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
1. Can you commit to attend scheduled trainings or Zoom/Teams meetings?
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Yes
No
2. Will you be able to get to scheduled trainings if they are in person?
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Yes
No
3. Do you require hearing, visual mobility, or technology accommodations?
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Yes
No
If yes, please explain:
4. Number of years participating in Special Olympics Missouri:
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5. Do you participate in any other recreational programs or activities? (ex: Best Buddies)
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Yes
No
If yes, please list them:
6. Do you have an up-to-date physical on file with SOMO?
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Yes
No
7. List activities you currently participate in with SOMO:
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8. Have you attended any leadership training?
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Yes
No
If yes, please list trainings you've attended or classes you have taken:
9. How did you hear about the Athlete Leadership Council?
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10. What do you think the goal of an Athlete Leader is?
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11. Why do you want to become an ALC member?
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12. Give any examples of when you have held a leadership role (at Special Olympics or another program/group):
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13. List other areas of involvement with Special Olympics that you have been involved with (speaking, fundraising, school or area programs, volunteering, other):
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14. When I have completed my training, my ambition is to be: (share your goals for your role as an Athlete Leader/ALC member)
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