Special Olympics Minnesota's 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.  

The three courses typically offered at ALPs Governance Conferences are:

Introduction to Athlete Leadership Programs
This session focuses 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 helps prepare athletes to understand roles, procedures and rules governing board and committee member positions within the organization.

Requirements

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, Initiatives Manager
612-604-1276 or 1-800-783-7732 ext. 276
harmerh@somn.org