Get ready, world! 🌍 The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games are gearing up, and they've got an army of awesome volunteers to make it happen! 🙌
On Friday, the organizing committee announced they've selected 45,000 passionate volunteers to help bring the magic to life. ✨ For the Olympics, a stellar team of 30,000 volunteers will be on deck, while the Paralympic Games will see 15,000 dedicated helpers stepping up. 🏅🤝
And guess what? 🌎 20% of these volunteers are coming from abroad, bringing international vibes to the heart of France! 🇫🇷 They were chosen from a whopping 300,000 applicants (talk about competition!). Though the vetting process isn't over just yet, excitement is in the air! 🎉
Whether they're guiding athletes, assisting fans, or keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, these volunteers are the heartbeat of Paris 2024. ❤️ So, here's to them and the unforgettable journey ahead! 🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
