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Registration is now open to join the volunteer program for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Details: The Olympics and Paralympics will take over Los Angeles in the summer of 2028, and there will be many opportunities to get involved by volunteering before and during the Games. Today's announcement kicks off the Olympics volunteer program by asking people to sign up.
How does registration work? If you register, you can express interest in volunteering before the Games, during the Games, or both. Then, you'll be notified when volunteer opportunities are available and get the chance to sign up. Registering doesn't mean you'll definitely get a volunteer spot. To register here, you have to be at least 18 years old.
When will applications open? Opportunities to volunteer at community events ahead of the Games will start this fall. Applications for volunteering during the Olympics will come in the summer of 2026.
What does the community volunteer program entail? According to LA28, community volunteer events will include things like working a shift at a food bank or supporting youth sports programs.
What will volunteers do during the Olympics? These roles will include helping athletes, guiding visitors and supporting operations at the Olympic Village at UCLA and other venues.
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