Special Olympics' Athlete Leadership Programs train athletes to serve in meaningful leadership roles other than, or in addition to, that of a sports competitor. ALPs offers athletes an opportunity to participate as partners in all aspects of the Special Olympics movement in Minnesota.  

Courses offered at Governance:

• Introduction to Athlete Leadership Programs – This session will focus on the many opportunities athletes have for leadership roles in Special Olympics Minnesota.

• Leadership 101 – This curriculum is designed to explore the concepts of leadership. 

• Governance – This session will help prepare athletes to understand roles, procedures and rules governing board and committee member positions within the organization.

Each athlete must attend this course with a mentor who is willing to make a two-year commitment.  The mentor must commit to serving as the liaison between the head coach and the athlete coach when they return to their local delegation. 

Contact Information

Heather Harmer
612-604-1276, 800-783-7732 ext. 276
harmerh@somn.org