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S2.3 Internal athlete jobs/roles

Program Quality Standards Menu

Program Quality Standards The Program Quality Standards (PQS) are a tool to help Programs develop and increase quality of programmatic areas and overall operations. They help Programs identify what to focus on in order to provide athletes with the highest quality programming. Frequently Asked Questions
Program Quality Standards: Frequently Asked Questions The Program Quality Standards (PQS) are a tool to help Programs develop and increase quality of programmatic areas and overall operations. They help Programs identify what to focus on in order to keep moving forward.
S1. Improve Quality and Reach of Local Programming
S2. Empowering Athlete Leaders and Other Change-Makers
S3. Foster Inclusive Services and Settings
E1. Digitizing the Movement
E2. Diversify Revenue
E3. Building the Brand
E4. Drive Excellence (People & Practice)

Athlete Leadership Structures

Stage 1

Program has an Athlete Leadership Council actively providing input to Program leaders and Program decision making.

Stage 2

Program has Athlete Leadership Council that plays a meaningful role in Program decision-making as well as implementing its own projects.

Stage 3

All committees, planning and implementation activities have athletes fully included as members or leaders of committees.

Athlete Leadership Roles

Leadership & Skills Training

Stage 1

Program has athletes trained and serving in meaningful leadership roles (e.g. Spokesperson, Coach, Health Messenger).

Stage 2

Program has athletes in intern or unpaid staff positions implementing programming, and uses trained athlete leaders in programmatic areas, events, and activities.

Stage 3

Program has an athlete as paid staff. Trained athlete leaders train other athlete leaders and educate Program constituents.