people who have served as president of the Association Objectives To encourage contact between Olympians, in support of Olympism and the Olympic Movement, as set forth in the Olympic Charter. To educate Olympians to become good ambassadors of the Olympic Movement To promote the establishment of National Olympians Associations. To foster cooperation between National Olympians Associations, in furtherance of the objectives of the WOA To support and represent the interests of Olympians and contribute to the enhancement of their quality of life. To motivate Olympians towards active leadership in their respective local communities and countries of residence. To support the participation of Olympians in activities where they can serve as role models who embody the Olympic ideals. To implement development programs as appropriated. See also SoCal Olympians References External links Official website of the World Olympians Association Olympic organizations Sports trade unions