Special Olympics has a corps of athlete spokespersons known as Global Messengers. These athletes are prepared to make presentations to virtually any group with the goal of raising awareness of the Special Olympics movement and the benefits they enjoy as participants. As leaders and message-bearers of the movement, Global Messengers communicate the powerful declarations of hope, acceptance, dignity and courage of Special Olympics athletes around the world. Only athletes can effectively relate the impact that the movement has had on their lives and the lives of their families. To request a Global Messenger presentation, please contact your local Special Olympics Program. To find the Program nearest you, use our Program Locator.