Official notification of recruitment to volunteers at the Tokyo Olympics / Para Games March 26 23:14
The Tokyo Organizing Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games has officially notified the 80,000 recruited volunteers that they will continue to recruit all volunteers even if the event is postponed for about one year.
Due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, the postponement of the Tokyo Games by about one year was decided, and the Organizing Committee started to review the tournament management such as accommodation and transportation, in addition to securing schedules and facilities.
Of the recruited 80,000 volunteers, among those who were recruited, some said they were worried about what would happen, but the Organizing Committee said on Tuesday that the 80,000 recruited For the tournament volunteers, a document stating that "I want you to work next year" is posted on the website dedicated to volunteers, and it is officially stated that even if the tournament is postponed for about one year, all employees will continue to be hired. I understand that you have been notified.
The notice states that no action is required if you wish to be active even if you postpone it, while those who are unable to do so due to various circumstances are required to decline.
The Organizing Committee considers it difficult to judge withdrawal if the date of the tournament is not fixed, and seeks to consider the response, including whether or not to recruit as soon as the schedule is determined and the situation of the recruiters is understood.
Tournament volunteers are indispensable for the operation of the tournament, such as providing guidance to related parties and helping security checks, supporting operations at competition venues and practice venues, and driving cars when related parties move.