Our Programs

The Olympian Mindset Initiative (OMI) is a global project that empowers youth to apply Olympian Thinking to things they care about. Our Local campaign called, “Do Oakland First!” engages Olympians with an annual music message to youth supported by certified mentors at existing youth service provider sites. Young people engage in applying Olympian Thinking to a personal aspiration, then a local and a global initiative of their choosing. On International Peace Day, September 21st each year young people will be recognized at the bronze, silver, and gold levels. The Oakland four-year demonstration project is intended to be fully prepared for global Olympian engagement and distribution by the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.