DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & SENSITIVITY

 
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  • *JULY - DEIS Forum at USASF National Meeting (in partnership with PCA).
  • SEPTEMBER - DEIS Planning Group meeting held. 
  • SEPTEMBER - Updated DEIS Toolkit Design begins.
  • OCTOBER - 2023-2024 Committee Members selected. 
  • OCTOBER - Gender Diverse Policy released.
  • OCTOBER 18 - Unity Day 
  • NOVEMBER - DEIS Committee monthly meeting.
  • NOVEMBER 13 - Kindness Day
  • FEBRUARY - DEIS Committee meeting.
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The DEIS Toolkit was developed to assist club owners in creating, developing, and implementing a DEIS program that fosters a diverse and inclusive culture. Creating DEIS initiatives for your club must start with understanding what is meant by the terms Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Sensitivity. Click here to use this "TOOLKIT" to implement your own DEIS program.

 

The U.S. All Star Federation (USASF) is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, sensitivity and connectedness among our members and within our communities. This commitment is intrinsic in the values and beliefs that the USASF is strongest when we embrace the full spectrum of humanity regardless of what we look like, where we come from, our abilities or who we love. We stand firm in our resolve to ensure that the USASF and its members address, educate and eliminate any issues of racial or social injustice in our sport as well as create and enforce rules that address racism and/or bias while supporting equality for all. Hear from USASF Members on why you should complete the census in your portal by watching this video.

Share YOUR vision of diversity! The visual representation of inclusion and diversity is an integral part of sharing the story of All Star and an important part of making All Star more equitable. If you are a member of the USASF please consider submitting your vision of diversity in All Star.

All Star looks many ways to many people and we want you to share your experience with us.

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“In a sport where everyone's value is derived by what they do on the floor no matter what they look like, I was naive to think that this mindset spilled over to all areas of the spirit industry. Hearing stories of so many people who felt this was not the case compelled me to be a part of the change so that everyone would feel included and represented moving forward.” ~ Peter Lezin

GET INVOLVED
Interested in getting involved? Have DEIS-related questions? Please email Kinshasa Garrett at KGarrett@usasf.net.

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USASF Policy & Procedure Regarding Gender-Diverse Athletes

The USASF allows participation for all athletes regardless of their gender identity or expression. The purpose of this policy is to designate a set of criteria in which athletes are able to compete in a safe, competitive, equitable, and friendly environment, free
of discrimination. 

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USASF DEIS COMMITTEE

The USASF Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Sensitivity sub-committee (DEIS) focuses on issues of diversity and community within All Star and makes recommendations with the intention of promoting better understanding between and within the membership to be a more inclusive sport for all.

Current Members

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Kinshasa Garrett
CHAIRMAN

kgarrett@usasf.net

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Levon Burton
CO-VICE CHAIRMAN

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Lindsey Farris
CO-VICE CHAIRMAN
SarahBate

Sarah Miller-Bate
SECRETARY

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Jeanne Meyer
USASF

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Belinda Harvey
CatherineCalloway

Cat Calloway

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Chris Hendon

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Daney Soto
DwyanaGarrett

Dwyana Garrett

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Joseph McGibboney

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Nicole Leago
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Owen Cox

    

 

We are committed to working together to address the challenges that face us while continuing to achieve our mission to support and enrich the lives of our athletes and members.  All Star welcomes everyone - every race, size, sexual orientation, gender identity and ability. There’s a place for everyone. We welcome you just as you are.
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