Why Flame Bearers:

To provide opportunities for both athletes and fans alike

• • For women Olympians and Paralympians to share their dreams, struggles, and lessons of mental fortitude, overcoming stereotypes, and building resilience

• • For listeners to learn from the life-changing experiences of these elite women athletes 

• • For women everywhere to know they are not alone and have a community that will always be behind them!

Why You:

• • You love sports (playing or watching) and believe sports can change lives

• • You’re a go-getter who likes to lift up other women because you know we all rise together

• • You are curious about women from around the world!

• • You see differences as opportunities for connection and learning, not something to be fearful of or to avoid

• • You have ideas that you can improve sports and for women all around the world