Programme
Over 2,000 young people will be recruited from across the UK to volunteer at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
London 2012 organisers are looking for recognised organisations such as Get Set Network schools and colleges, youth or sports clubs, and community and volunteering groups to put forward teams of young volunteers to help fulfill vital roles and help make the Games happen. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to get involved in the 2012 Games.
Approximately 250 teams of young people, who must be aged 16 or over on 1 July 2012 and under 18 on 1 January 2012, will join the adult Games Makers next summer to help stage the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Young Games Maker fast facts...
Who?
We need team leaders like teachers, scout/guide leaders, youth group leaders, sports coaches and community leaders to bring together over 250 teams of 16-18 year olds (that’s more than 2,000 volunteers) to help make the London 2012 Games happen. They’ll be known as Young Games Makers.
When?
During the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Where?
Young Games Makers will be needed in the Technology department and across a number of sports, from Aquatics and Athletics to 5-a-side Football and Volleyball.
How?
We want to make sure that Young Games Makers have a fantastic experience, and that they are well cared for throughout their volunteer journey. As a result, each team will need to have at least two team leaders, aged 18 by 1 January 2012.
Team leaders will apply for a role on behalf of the young volunteers, and will be responsible for them during selection events, training and the Games.
We’re looking for leaders from recognised organisations such as youth or sports clubs and community and volunteering groups, as well as Get Set Network schools and colleges to put forward these teams.
Why?
When we won the bid to host the London 2012 Games, we made a promise to inspire more young people to choose sport. One of the ways we can do this is through volunteering.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for young people to get involved in the greatest show on earth – while learning new skills, gaining experience and making new friends.
More information about the Young Games Maker programme can be found at: www.london2012.com/young-games-maker. Applications open on 22nd September and close on 31st October.