London 2012 – how you can get involved in the Olympics

The Olympics and Paralympics are coming to the UK in 2012, and you don't have to live in London to get involved.

Individuals and businesses in the South East can play a vital role in the Games – find out more on our pages below. For news, videos, events and ticket information, please visit the London 2012 website.

  • Olympic Games: 27 July to 12 August 2012
  • Paralympic Games: 29 August to 9 September 2012

How you can help organise local celebrations and events

How to become a Local Leader, and get help from London 2012.

Olympic torch in East Sussex

The Olympic torch will be carried around the UK by 8,000 torchbearers from May to July 2012. It will come through East Sussex on 16 and 17 July 2012.

Business opportunities

If your business provides goods, works and services, you can compete for contracts and help make the Olympics happen.

Jobs for the Games

Over 100,000 new jobs will be created in a wide range of sectors. Register online to access job-seeking advice and to search for jobs.

Volunteering for the Olympics

Up to 70,000 volunteers are needed to help in a wide variety of roles at the official London 2012 venues, hotels, airports and ports, and other areas.

Children and young people

Any school or college in the UK can become a member of the Get Set network and learn about Olympic and Paralympic values.

Cultural Olympiad

Spread over four years, everyone will have a chance to be part of London 2012. Find out what's happening and how you or your local arts organisation can get involved.