Volunteers wanted to secure Commonwealth Games legacy
Volunteers are being sought to help create a Commonwealth Games legacy strategy to ensure the region takes full advantage of the benefits from hosting the competition.
The Games will be held in Birmingham in three years' time with officials keen to ensure there is a lasting legacy for the region.
Organisers are now searching for volunteers to help make that a reality by joining the Legacy and Benefits (LAB) Committee.
Successful candidates will be part of a group tasked with establishing a legacy strategy and overseeing the delivery of a comprehensive programme of benefits for the city and region, covering key topics like civic pride, culture, tourism, trade and investment, jobs and skills, education, sustainability and physical activity and wellbeing.
The move is similar to efforts that were made to boost London following the 2012 Olympics.
The Alexandra Stadium in Perry Barr will undergo a revamp before becoming the focal point of the 2022 Games, hosting athletics events. The Black Country will also play a key part with swimming and diving events to be held at a newly-built aquatics centre in Smethwick.
John Crabtree, chairman of Birmingham 2022, who also heads the LAB Committee said: "Over the next few years the work of the Legacy and Benefits Committee is going to be crucial and we’re looking for dynamic volunteers to join us to help improve the region.
"We need individuals who are innovative, commercially astute and can match our dedication to delivering the most sustainable, inclusive, and accessible Commonwealth Games to date.
"All of the partners that are involved with the Commonwealth Games, including Birmingham 2022, Birmingham City Council, the West Midlands Combined Authority and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, are committed to delivering a strong legacy for the region and this committee will play an important role in ensuring this comes to fruition, as we absolutely must make the most of the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that hosting an event of this magnitude provides.”
The physical legacy of the Games will include new homes and improved transport links but officials also want to ensure the opportunity to boost sport and health is taken.
The closing date for applications is November 18 and to apply candidates just need to send a CV and covering letter outlining why they would be a good candidate for the role, their relevant knowledge and experience, and demonstrating their genuine passion and aspiration.
More details are available at birmingham2022.com/get-involved/jobs.
