You're never really done learning about diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. In that spirit, we've put together some resources to help members of our community sharpen their skills in this space. We hope you'll review the resources below as, together, we foster a welcoming and supportive community.
Resource Guides
Black History Month- USA Fencing Resource Guide
Native American Heritage Month - USA Fencing Resource Guide
Pride Month - USA Fencing Resource Guide
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month — USA Fencing Resource Guide
Women's History Month — USA Fencing Resource Guide
Black History Month — USA Fencing Resource Guide
National Hispanic Heritage Month — USA Fencing Resource Guide
Cultural Community Working Groups
The purpose of our cultural community working groups is to convene members and allies of the community to identify areas of opportunity for USA Fencing to better support and highlight their community. We invite all members of the fencing community to share insight on their experiences and the change they'd like to see. Most groups will meet bi-monthly.
- Hispanic Heritage Working Group
- PRIDE +: Uplifting the LGBTQ+ Community
- EMPOWER HER: Uplifting women and youth girls
- Black Heritage: Uplifting the Black Community
- Asian Heritage: Uplifting the Asian Community
Videos
Watch NowWe have a variety of videos and panels from experts in the industry. Click below to access the DEIB video library now.
- Adapting your Approach: Creating a Cohesive Conversation Around Parafencing Panel
- How to be a BIPOC Ally
- Women Leaders of USA Fencing
- Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Environment
RISE
RISE’s goal is to create a nation unified through sports committed to racial equity and social justice.
Race Forward Series
Learn More, opens in a new tabThe Race Forward series is a collection of insights and tools to create a more equitable and inclusive future. These videos are based on three prongs they consider to be the at the heart of equality: listen, learn and engage.
LinkedIn Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for All Certificate
Learn More, opens in a new tabLearn about the challenges and opportunities inherent in working in diverse organizations.
White Men as Full Diversity Partners
Learn More, opens in a new tabWhite Men as Full Diversity Partners clearly states that diversity and inclusion (D&I) is everyone’s priority.
- Who Gets to Belong
- Class and Caste, the Undiscussables.
- Systemic Intersections: Steps Towards Societal, Organizational and Personal Change with COLOR.
- Removing the Red and Blue Divide: What It Means for Corporate America and Belonging
- Race, Politics and the Workplace with Forum on Workplace Inclusion
- Unscripted: Who Gets to (Re)Write History? … and Why Does that Matter for CEOs?
- Reflecting on Race / Moving Forward for Inclusion Success
- Unscripted: So, You’re Going to Do Some DEI?
Transgender Athlete Resources
Transgender Athlete Inclusion in sports (Stack the Deck Against Hate & Athlete Ally)
Trans Rights are Human Rights (Athlete Ally)
Gender Affirming and Inclusive Athletics Participation (GLSEN)
Be an Ally - Support Trans Equality (Human Rights Campaign)