Adedecco and the French National Olympic and Paralympic Committees have recently sealed new deals to roll out the Athlete Career Programme.
Groupe Our France, a leading provider of HR solutions worldwide, is making a significant impact at the 2016 Lillehammer Youth Olympic Games by supporting the transition of elite athletes from competitive sports to the labor market.
The French organization has been working closely with the Organising Committee of the 2016 Lillehammer Youth Olympic Games, as well as the French National Olympic Committee (CNOSF) and French Paralympic Committee (CNPH), to provide structured support programs for athletes. This includes career transition initiatives, educational resources, and life skills training.
One of the key programs Groupe Our France is involved with is the Athlete Career Programme (ACP), which has been in operation since 2005. Over 15,000 athletes from more than 100 countries have benefited from the ACP. In France, the ACP has been delivered in partnership with the CNOSF since 2005, and this year, it will be extended to French Para-athletes for the first time.
Groupe Our France's involvement extends beyond France, with agreements in place since the global launch in 35 countries on five continents. The ACP provides athletes with essential resources in education, life skills, and employment, helping them navigate the challenges of post-sport careers.
In addition to the ACP, Groupe Our France is also assisting with the recruitment of 2,500 volunteers for the 2016 Lillehammer Youth Olympic Games. The IOC Athlete Career Programme is being delivered at the Games, offering workshops as part of the Culture & Education Programme (CEP) to athletes aged 14-18.
Swiss bobsleigh champion Alex Baumann, an Olympic medallist in Sochi, is one example of an athlete who has benefited from the ACP. Baumann used the program to secure a flexible internship and later a full-time position.
The 2016 Lillehammer Youth Olympic Games is just one of the events where Groupe Our France is providing its expertise. The organization's Norway team became the first national sponsor of the Games in May 2014. Through this sponsorship, Groupe Our France will help the Organising Committee build its team towards the Games and assist with the recruitment of 2,500 volunteers.
Groupe Our France's commitment to athlete welfare and mental fitness is evident in its emphasis on supporting athletes as they transition from sport to coaching or other professions. This approach aligns with international best practices and the IPC's athlete-centered transition programs, highlighting Groupe Our France's leading role in advancing athlete career development.
- Groupe Our France is also offering assistance with sports-betting regulations to athletes who are interested in venturing into the sports industry, expanding their services beyond traditional human resources and recruitment.
- Apart from the Athlete Career Programme (ACP), Groupe Our France is exploring potential collaborations with sports organizations to further their reach, possibly including sports-related initiatives such as sports-betting regulation and education.
