Volunteer Communication Guide
Special Olympics
Before you coach

Connect first.

Not speaking doesn't mean not understanding. Some athletes understand more than they can easily express.

So how do you connect when words aren't enough?

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Every athlete communicates differently. These are starting points — not a script.