While athletes grab headlines at the World Games, a vibrant army of volunteers works behind the scenes to make the magic happen. 🎪 From sunrise to midnight, these everyday heroes coordinate logistics, solve last-minute crises, and welcome global visitors with infectious Chengdu charm. 🐼✨
More Than Just Helpers
Meet 21-year-old Li Mei, a university student guiding lost attendees through subway stations while teaching them Sichuan slang. "I’m not just giving directions," she laughs. "I’m serving spicy cultural exchange!" 🌶️🗺️
Bridging Worlds, One Smile at a Time
Volunteers like retired teacher Mr. Zhang use multilingual skills to turn tense moments into laughter. His secret? "A phrasebook in one hand, hotpot recommendations in the other!" 🥢📖 Over 15,000 volunteers have transformed Chengdu’s streets into a living cross-cultural playground.
The Real Victory Lap
As CGTN’s Wang Tao discovered, these unsung stars are writing Chengdu’s new global chapter—one translated joke, rescued mascot costume, and friendship bracelet at a time. 🤝💫 Their legacy? Proving that true connection happens far from podiums.
