Become a Special Olympics Volunteer and Make a Difference!

Volunteers are the heartbeat of every Special Olympics event. They bring energy and passion to motivate athletes to perform their best. Volunteers can count on being fully immersed in the World Winter Games Turin 2025 experience!

Serving as a volunteer at Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 is an incredible opportunity to support determined and passionate athletes, celebrate their achievements, and create unforgettable memories.

Volunteers are part of a team dedicated to empowering people with intellectual disabilities and showcasing their incredible sports abilities.


Log into the Volunteer Management System to find all the details about roles and assignments—including sports and non-sports activities.
Requirements to Become a Volunteer for the SOWWG Turin 2025
Be at least 18 years old by 15 February 2025.
Hold Italian or European citizenship, or a valid visa for non-European candidates.
Have basic knowledge of English.
Be available for at least five consecutive days during the event.
Attend mandatory training sessions.
Abide by the rules of conduct established by the Organizing Committee and accept the terms and conditions of participation.
What’s in it for You?
Volunteers will meet people from all over the world and experience a unique and transformative event that has the power to change lives.
The chance to be part of the world’s largest, most inclusive, and emotionally powerful sports event of the year.
Meet and support international Special Olympics athletes.
Make friends with people from all over the world.
Official Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 volunteer uniform, including a jacket and shirt.
Meals and beverages during your shift.
Free access to public transportation in Turin (badge required).
A certificate of participation.
Possible areas of activity include:
Volunteers can indicate their preferences for activities, venues, and the time period they are available to contribute.

Join us and help create a unique, inclusive, and memorable experience for everyone involved!

Accommodation

The volunteer dedicated to accommodation will take care of the guests staying in Turin during the event. You should be proactive and ready to meet all needs related to accommodations.

Accreditation

The volunteer in the Accreditation area plays a crucial role in supporting the organization and management of registration and identification activities for participants, speakers, guests, and team members during events, conferences, or congresses.

Catering

As a Catering and Hospitality Volunteer, you will act as the liaison between the sports delegations, guests, family members, and the food and beverage catering area.

Ceremonies (Opening & Closing)

As a Ceremony Volunteer, you will ensure athletes and all participants have an unforgettable and meaningful experience during the opening and/or closing ceremonies. You will help organize and manage the ceremonies, supporting and encouraging athletes and artists involved in the show. Your primary responsibility is to ensure that all participants feel well cared for and have a positive experience.

Conferences & Summits

The volunteer will assist with welcoming guests (athletes, tutors, mentors, or partners), addressing their informational needs, supporting staff members, and providing language assistance when required.

Delegation Services

Assist the delegation services team in supporting participating delegations with their arrival and departure, participation in meetings, opening and closing ceremonies, and other events. Each volunteer will work alongside a member of the delegation services team to provide this assistance.

Family and Honored Guest Services

As a volunteer in the HG & Family Area Lounge, you will serve as the main contact for Guests in this designated area, ensuring their needs are met and they feel welcome.

Healthy Athletes®

As a Healthy Athletes Volunteer, with a medical degree, you will assist or provide athletes with examinations for flexibility, functional strength, balance, and aerobic fitness. You will also offer expert guidance and recommendations to prevent and reduce injury risks.

Language Services

As a volunteer, you will use your language skills, particularly in English, to facilitate communication between staff, representatives, technicians, and other volunteers.

Logistics

As a site logistics volunteer, you will assist during the installation and dismantling phases of the venues, helping organize logistical activities and warehouse operations.

Marketing & Communications

As a communications volunteer, you will support our website and newsletter during the Games. Tasks include finding and posting engaging stories, editing, and translating content.

Media

As a social media volunteer, you will assist with content creation for our social media channels, including filming and photographing activities at various venues.

Non-Competitive Sport Demonstration Events

The volunteer will help set up and take down event areas and support award ceremonies and exercise demonstrations.

Spectator Services

As a volunteer in spectator services, you will ensure spectators have a great experience at the Games. Your duties will include selling tickets, managing access control, assisting at booths, running information points, providing directions, and supporting accessibility services.

Sports & Awards

As an award ceremony volunteer, you will assist the ceremony leader and work as part of the award ceremony team at your assigned location.

Transport

As a transport services volunteer, you will assist athletes and honored guests at pick-up and drop-off areas, communicate with users about bus schedules or car services, liaise with drivers, and help resolve transport-related issues.

Venue Management

As a volunteer for venue management, you will help ensure smooth operations throughout the Games. The site management team oversees all activities related to the venues and collaborates closely with other teams.

Volunteer Management

As a volunteer supporting the Volunteer Management team, you will assist with daily check-ins, oversee volunteer spaces, provide support at Volunteer Info Points, manage shift changes, and implement engagement activities for volunteers at your assigned location.

Specialist Roles

Honored Guest Service - Dedicated Host

Our Honored Guests play a vital role in the spirit of our movement. Volunteers in this role will welcome accredited VIPs, politicians, government officials, representatives from partner companies, and renowned sports figures who come to witness and support the determination and strength of Special Olympics (SO) Athletes.

Responsibilities include:

  • Providing information about both sporting and non-sporting events.
  • Assisting Honored Guests with tasks such as accompaniment and translation.

Delegation Assistant Liaison (DAL)

The DAL acts as the primary communication link between an assigned SO Delegation and the Local Organizing Committee (LOC).

Responsibilities include:

  • Welcoming the delegation at the airport or station.
  • Assisting with hotel and competition site transfers.
  • Providing translation services.
  • Supporting team accreditation processes.
  • Verifying and communicating the team’s needs to supervisors.
  • Remaining available to assist the delegation with any additional requirements.

Commitment: DALs must be available for the entire duration of the Games, from March 4th to March 17th, 2025, to ensure smooth communication between the Head of Delegation (HOD) and the LOC

Key Volunteers (KV)

Experienced volunteers who have participated in SO international events and possess advanced language, communication, and interpersonal skills can apply for the Key Volunteer role.

Key Volunteers should:

  • Have expertise in team and group management.
  • Be available for the entire duration of the Games.
  • Be assigned to specific venues or departments based on their skills and experience.

Tandem Team

The Tandem Team program pairs one volunteer with an intellectual disability (ID) and one volunteer without a disability to work together as equals.

Responsibilities include:

  • Completing all tasks as a team.
  • Being integrated into one of the services provided by the organization.
  • Supporting other volunteers in fulfilling their roles.

This program embodies the values of inclusion and teamwork, reflecting the heart of the Special Olympics movement.

We are here to assist you!
If you have any questions about the volunteer program, feel free to email us at volunteers@turin2025.org.
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