Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Adaptive Athlete Info Competition Requirements
Learn moreAn adaptive athlete is someone with a disability as defined by the ADA as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, a person who has a history or record of such an impairment, or a person who is perceived by others as having such an impairment.
USA Weightlifting Competition Category Policy
USA Weightlifting Competition Category Policy, opens in a new tab- A list of Frequently Asked Questions is available here.
- A Competition Category Policy implementation guide for local meet directors is available here
Reports & Audits Athlete Wellness Program
These resources are available to help stop and respond to hate in our community.
- Racial trauma toolkit from Boston College
- Racial injustice guide for clubs
- Free Bystander Prevention course from Hollaback.org
- "5D’s”, which are safety resources to exit or interrupt threatening situations (available in 5 Asian languages)
- Asian Mental Health Network for free support articles and resources
- Sexual Harassment and Gender Bias in Weightlifting
- Sexual Harassment Awareness Posters (printing)
- Self care resources
Implicit Bias
Take the Training, opens in a new tabImplicit bias refers to the attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner. Learn more from the Ohio State University.
Racial Justice
Take the Training, opens in a new tabDiscover and take actions that create a more just and equitable future from the Racial Justice Action Hub.
RISE Curriculum
Learn MoreRISE curriculums cover various topics including: understanding your identify, sport as a vehicle for social change, racism, equity vs. equality.
Working with Blind Athletes
Learn More, opens in a new tabBest practices on how to work with blind athletes, as told by Brandi Darby
The purpose of the Diversity & Inclusion Committee shall be to advise the Board and Staff on measures to ensure USAW is an inclusive organization for all including butnot limited to gender, race, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic and any other identified group. - USAW Bylaws Section 8.26
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