Special Olympics Global Messengers Global Messengers are Special Olympics athletes who help spread the message and vision of the movement as well as the benefits they have gained by participating in Special Olympics. 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. Meet the 2007-2009 International Global Messengers The Sargent Shriver Global Messenger program, as part of Special Olympics Athlete Leadership Programs (ALPs), offers public speaking and presentation skills training to athletes interested in representing the movement. For information about the Global Messenger Beginner or Graduate Course, contact Dave Lenox, Vice President, Sports & Competition, at +1 (202) 628-3630 or dlenox@specialolympics.org. Athletes who have gone through Global Messenger training act as spokespeople for Special Olympics Programs around the world. Every two years, 12 athletes are selected to train and serve as International Global Messengers, representing the global Special Olympics movement. The International Global Messengers come from around the world, reflecting the scope and reach of the movement. International Global Messengers can be booked for speaking engagements and media interviews. For more information, contact Dave Lenox, Vice President, Sports & Competition, at +1 (202) 628-3630 or dlenox@specialolympics.org. Learn more about the history of the Global Messenger Program. For more information on specific ALPs initiatives, visit the links below:      • ALPs Training      • Athletes on Boards of Directors      • Athletes as Coaches      • Athletes as Officials      • Global Messengers Return to ALPs Home