Athlete Leadership empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to take on meaningful leadership roles in Special Olympics and their communities. Instead of being only participants, Athlete Leaders are decision-makers, advocates, trainers, and changemakers. They receive structured training, practice leadership skills, and step into real positions of responsibility. Athlete Leadership is about shifting power, amplifying lived experience, and ensuring inclusion is led by those it most impacts. 

Lead with Ability. Inspire with Passion.